Routine inspection·September 19, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst Erwina Pascual-Golamco (LPA) met with Facility Representative Stephanie Wiltcher (FR), for an unannounced annual inspection. LPA toured the facility, including all activity and classroom spaces, restrooms, and outdoor play area. Census included 15 children in care with 4 staff. FR was reminded never to exceed the conditions, limitations and capacity specified on the license. Facility hours of operation are 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday to Friday. FR 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. LPA observed a current Needs and Services and plan in infant's file, Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC9227) for each child under 12 months of age and sleep checks every 15 minutes for all children under two. LPA observed that all cribs were free of loose articles or objects and there was one crib or mat for each child in care with a tight fitted sheet. All furnishings were in good condition. Staff stated that the bedding is changed daily. Infant diaper changing area is clean and within arm's reach of a sink. There is a one-inch-thick mat for the changing table with a vinyl surface. Toys are of age-appropriate size, with no small parts for the safety of the infants. Classrooms observed are clean, including the carpets and floor. Chemicals were kept inaccessible to children. Playground equipment and surfaces were inspected and are in good condition with enough resilient material under climbing structures to absorb a fall. Uncontaminated drinking water was readily available to children both indoors and outdoors. The families enrolled provide for their own child/ren's food, milk/formula, but the facility provides lunch as needed. LPA observed a posted menu. continued on LIC809C... LPA observed labeled food and milk for infants, stored at safe temperatures. LPA observed staff documentation of feedings and diaper changes. LPA reviewed with FR the LIC 311A, Records to Be Maintained at The Facility, for child's records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted. LPA reviewed children\342\200\231s files and staff files. Each child's file had the required licensing documentation. LPA reviewed staff transcripts and observed all staff caring for infants were qualified. At least one staff had a current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification. Staff all have current Mandated Reporter certificates and proof of immunizations. LPA observed a current children's roster and a fire drill log which was last conducted on 8/18/23. There is First Aid equipment available. Bathrooms were clean and all sinks and toilets were in operating condition. There are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises and the facility has at least one functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detector. LPA observed all required licensing documentation was posted for parental review. LPA observed that parents are signing their children in and out of the center by sign in and out sheets and through Procare App. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. 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-care-centers/ . 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 on 7/02/22 and was in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . LPA referred FR to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information continued on LIC809C... To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss . ca . gov . For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process . FR was informed of the https://mychildcareplan.org/ a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. No deficiencies were cited during today's inspection. This report was reviewed with FR, and an exit interview was conducted. A Notice of Site Visit (NOS) was provided to FR, who will post it for a period of 30 days for parental review.