Routine inspection·December 7, 2022

On 12/07/22, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Beneroso met with the facility acting Director Cindy Diaz for the One Year Required inspection. A tour of the facility was conducted. Upon arrival LPA observed 3 classrooms in use with a total of 46 children. There were 8 teachers on the premises and the acting Director. The hours of operation are 7:30 AM- 5:30 PM Monday - Friday Indoor/Children\342\200\231s Area: Child care center is clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair; all outdoor and indoor passageways, stair ways, incline, ramps, open porches and other areas of potential hazard are kept free of obstruction; floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean, cleaning compounds inaccessible, poisons locked, furniture/equipment is good condition, free of flies, other insects, rodents; tables/chairs provided to meet children\342\200\231s needs; all play equipment and materials used by children are age-appropriate, each child has an individual permanent or portable storage space for his/her clothing, personal belongings and or bedding. There is a working telephone. Trash cans for solid waste have tight fitting lids, drinking water is readily available. LPA observed a sufficient quantity of mats available for napping children. All materials and surfaces are toxic free are inaccessible, no fireplace. There is a working Carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector and Fire Extinguisher (2A10BC). Restrooms: LPA inspected and observed all bathrooms, sinks and toilets to be in good, operable condition. LPA observed soap, toilet paper and paper towels readily available. Water temperature is appropriate. There is an isolation area for children who become ill while in care located in director\342\200\231s office, facility maintains a comfortable temperature at all times, first aid supplies (thermometer, bandages, scissors), sign in/out sheets (manually) available and completed daily. No Smoking prohibited on the premises, daily inspection for illness, no prohibited childcare items observed. Firearms/weapons are not allowed or stored on premises. There is no body of water on the premises. Napping : LPA observed children's personal sheets in each cubby labeled with child's name. LPA observed a sufficient amount of mats available for each child. Outdoor: The facility has one playground area for the children enrolled . Outside play area is completely fenced. Outdoor play equipment was inspected for health, safety, good repair and age appropriateness. The area was observed to be free of debris, f ree from hazard, holes, broken items, debris, cushioning material underneath. No bodies of water were observed . There are areas for shade and rest. Preschool children have their personal drinking cups labeled with their name. LPA observed storage sheds in the playground area secured and locked. Staff/Personnel Records: Records were verified and are complete. Qualifications, immunization, TB clearance, health screening, criminal record statement, statement acknowledging suspected child abuse and mandated reporter were observed in file. Children Records: Records were reviewed, verified and complete. Including Admission Agreements, ID and Emergency Information (LIC 700), Health History (LIC 702), Physician Report (LIC 701), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment (LIC 627), Parent\342\200\231s Rights Receipt (LIC 995), Immunization Records and TB Test (When Applicable) Facility Records : Roster, fire/disaster drill log last completed on 12/06/22, CPR/First Aid, and mandated report training were reviewed and are all up to date. Sign in and out sheets were reviewed.\302\240 The parent board was reviewed and has all the required forms posted. Fire/earthquake drills current. Roster current. Posting Requirements: \302\240Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty. The following were observed posted as required: facility license, Personal Rights (LIC613A), Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster (PUB 394L), emergency disaster plan, earthquake preparedness checklist. Documents Provided and or Discussed: Forms and records to keep at the facility and IMS. Advisory/Other: First Aid kit was observed with supplies (thermometer) readily available.\302\240 CPR/First Aid expires on 08/11/2024. Mandated reporter training expires 11/23/2023. Electrical outlets are inaccessible, recalled and or prohibited toys or sleep/play equipment were observed on the premises. There are no window cords accessible to children.\302\240 Children nap on mats. Teacher child ratios were observed and staff name recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Health Related Services: Medications inaccessible to children; all prescription and non-prescription medications have child\342\200\231s name and are dated; written consent and instruction from child\342\200\231s representative, a plan to document and report to child\342\200\231s representative when medication is administered to a child; IMS plan on file (if applicable). Children are inspected for illnesses (wellness policy) as they arrive. A review of medication policy indicated that prescription medication is administered only with parent's written permission (licensing medication form- LIC9221 - also used). Per Director, she does not have children enrolled who require medication . LPA advised the Director must administer medication, and document the dosage, date and time onto a log. Medication can be brought and taken home by the parent daily. Medication will be properly labeled and stored in its original container. There is a separate area for isolation and care of ill children in the Director's office. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. Currently no IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childquanda.htm Food Service: There is a clean, fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator/freezer, microwave, and oven. Menus are posted in each classroom as required. The facility currently has a food program. Meals such as breakfast, lunch, and snacks are provided. Director advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents. Licensee informed to utilize the Unusual Incident Report/Injury Report LIC624B when submitting the report to the department (email address on the website: www.unusualincidentreport@dss.ca.gov ). A report shall be made to the department by telephone or fax during the department's normal business hours before the close of the next working day following the occurrence during the operation of family day care home. In addition, a written report shall be submitted to the department within seven days following the occurrence of any events specified above. The On Duty Worker is available for questions at (661) 202-3318 Monday through Friday 8am-5pm. Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or agent of the Department shall, upon presentation of proper identification, shall inspect the facility. Director shall permit the Department to inspect the family child care home, and to privately interview children or staff, to determine compliance with or to prevent violations of child care center or regulations, also enter and inspect any place providing personal care, supervision and services at any time, with or without advance notice, to secure compliance with, or to prevent a violation. No citations were issued during this inspection. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Cindy Diaz. This report was read and provided to Director Cindy Diaz along with her appeal rights