Routine inspection·March 29, 2022

On 3/29/22 at 10:25AM a required annual inspection was made to the facility by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Martinez and Manabat and met with Director Ashlee Springer. The facility file was reviewed prior to this inspection. A review of the personnel report on 3/28/22 indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. The facility’s operating hours are 7-6, Mon-Fri. The facility was toured at 10:50AM time inside and outside and the floor and yard plan submitted by the licensee were verified. The licensee stated no firearms or weapons are stored on site and none were observed. There are no pools or similar bodies of water. Poisons are locked under the sink. Furniture and equipment are in good condition and free of hazards. The outdoor activity space was cushioned with bark and free of hazards. Toilets and sinks are operating properly. The kitchen/food preparation area is clean, and free of litter or rodents. Food is properly stored and free of contamination. Trash cans have tight fitting lids. Drinking water is available to children both inside by drinking fountain and water bottles. The facility was free of flies, insects and rodents. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector. (Cont) During today's inspection, staffing ratios were being met and there were 15 children were being supervised by 2 teachers/aides. Children are not left without visual supervision at any time. The facility was operating within the licensed capacity. At least one staff member present during the visit (S1) possessed current CPR and First Aid certifications. The sign in/out sheet was reviewed, and representatives are using full signatures and recording the time. Staff are provided on-the-job training, including sanitation and universal precautions. Children with symptoms of illness are not accepted, and children who become ill during the day they are sent home. A weekly menu was posted near the entry of the building. Nine children’s records were reviewed at 12PM, and contained emergency identification forms and medical assessments. One childs file was missing updated immunization cards. Two staff records were reviewed at 12:30PM, and contained health screening forms, proof of mandated reporter training, and proof of immunization's. All licensing reports are public information and must be made available upon request for at least three years. Notice of Site Visit shall be posted for 30 days from today's visit. The following violation(s) of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22; Division 12, were observed: see LIC 809D. Appeal Rights were provided.