Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Soleil Marx, met with Facility Representative, Maria English, for the purpose of conducting an unannounced annual inspection. LPA observed a census of 10 preschool age children being supervised by three staff. Facility Representative was reminded never to exceed the conditions, limitations and capacity specified on the license. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 08:00 AM to 02:30 PM.
LPA inspected indoor activity space, restroom, food service area, and outdoor activity space. Hazardous items were inaccessible to children. The floors and surfaces appeared clean throughout the facility. Indoor furniture, toys, materials were in satisfactory condition. Outdoor activity space, equipment, fencing were in good repair and free of loose/sharp parts. LPA provided consultation regarding absorbent material under climbing structures during snow conditions. Toileting facilities were well stocked, sanitary, and in operating condition. Food preparation space was hygienic, and all food protected against contamination.
Menus were posted for AM/PM snack and lunch, which is provided by the facility.
Uncontaminated drinking water was readily available to children both indoors and outdoors. Trash bins with waste have tight-fitting lids.
LPA observed first aid supplies,
carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector, and fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguisher within the facility
. LPA observed authorized representatives are using full legal signatures on the sign in and out sheet. LPA observed the facility to be maintaining proper ratio, supervision, and personal rights requirements.
There are no bodies of water on the premises.
LPA reviewed facility records including child's records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed that each child's file contained the required licensing documentation. LPA reviewed records for present staff. At least one staff member present today has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification expiring
11/2025
. All staff currently employed with the facility have: a criminal record clearance, a health screening report, immunization records, current AB1207 Mandated Reporter Training, and documentation of their educational background, training, and/or experience. LPA observed fire drill log within the facility, last drill conducted 12/2024 . LPA observed all required licensing documents were posted and visible to authorized representatives.
Facility Representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1- CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.
This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at:
https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/
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LPA verified medications were stored appropriately in a central location.
Facility representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.
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Based on today’s inspection no Title 22 nor Title 5 deficiencies were cited.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility Representative
. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.