Routine inspection·July 30, 2024

On 07/30/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Beneroso met with facility Director , Barbara Buchanan for an annual/random inspection for the preschool license in accordance with the facility sketch. A tour of the facility was conducted. Upon arrival LPA observed 16 preschool children and 3 teachers on the premises. The hours of operation are 7:00AM - 5:30PM Monday - Friday. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. Indoor/Children\342\200\231s Area: There are currently 3 classrooms operating in the facility. The rooms were observed to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair; floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean. Cleaning compounds are made inaccessible. They are stored in cabinets in the top shelves. 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 (cubby, individually labelled with name) for his/her clothing, and personal belongings. All indoor passageways, stair ways, incline, ramps, open porches, and other areas of potential hazard are kept free of obstruction. There is a working telephone. Trash cans for solid waste have tight fitting lids , drinking water is readily available indoors and outdoors (Drinking water is available inside the center in the form of filtered water to fill up each child\342\200\231s disposable cups). All materials and surfaces are toxic free are inaccessible, no fireplace. There is a working Carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector and Fire Extinguisher (2A10BC). Teacher child ratios were observed to be appropriate, and staff name recorded. Care and supervision were evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Health Related Services/IMS: This facility does not currently provide Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 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: The facility currently does not participate in a food program. Meals served include AM Snacks, Lunch and PM Snack. The kitchen was observed to be clean and fully equipped. Menus were posted in prominent place and allergies list was observed. Restrooms: LPA inspected and observed restrooms and were found to be in 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 the director\342\200\231s office. Facility maintains a comfortable temperature at all times, first aid supplies (thermometer, bandages, scissors), sign in/out sheets (manual for each class) available and completed daily. No Smoking prohibited on the premises, no prohibited child care items observed. Firearms/weapons are not allowed or stored on premises. There is no body of water on the premises. Napping: Children nap at the facility from 12:30pm \342\200\223 2:30pm. LPA observed cots for each child. Bedding is washed weekly. Outdoor: The facility has one playground/ outdoor area for the children . All outdoor and indoor passageways, stair ways, incline, ramps, open porches and other areas of potential hazard are kept free of obstruction; Outside play area is completely fenced. Outdoor play equipment was inspected for health, safety, good repair and age appropriateness. There is turf, concrete, and rubber surface areas for active play. 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. Facility provides water when children play outside, and disposable cups are used. There are no pools or bodies of water in the facility. Children/Personnel Records: Staff records and qualifications were verified and were found to be complete with all the required documentation. Children\342\200\231s files were also observed to be complete. Facility Records: Facility records were observed to be complete. Last fire drill was completed on 07/30/2024. Fire Drill log was observed to be maintained as required. CPR/First Aid, and mandated report training were reviewed. Posting Requirements: Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty. LPA went over posting requirements with director The following were observed posted as required: facility license, Personal Rights (LIC613A), Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster (PUB 394L) and Child passenger restraint system poster (PUB 269) Advisory/Other: The First Aid kits are located in the cabinets in each classroom and were observed complete with supplies including thermometer, tweezers, scissors, gauze, bandages, cleansing pad/solution, and a first aid manual. CPR/First Aid expires on 03/2026. Mandated Reporter Training is maintained current, it expires on 11/06/2025. Electrical outlets are inaccessible, recalled and or prohibited toys or sleep/play equipment were not observed on the premises. There are no window cords accessible to children. 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. 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. Provider Information Notices (PINs) & Child Care Advocates: You can now sign up for Quarterly Updates on Rules, Regulations, Policies and PINs for one or more programs through our DSS website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe licensee was informed all forms pertaining to Child Care Licensing can be found at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/forms-brochures/forms-alphabetic-list/i-l Child Care Advocates Program: Provides information and resources about licensed childcare. www.childcareadvocatesprogram@cdss.ca.gov Megan\342\200\231s Law - On this date, 07/30/2024, the California Attorney General - Megan\342\200\231s Law website was searched for information on sex offenders required to register with local law enforcement under California's Megan's Law. No registered sex offenders were found at the facility addresses. Under state law, some registered sex offenders are not subject to public disclosure; therefore, they may not have been included in this search. However, the Department conducts a monthly cross reference of each address on record for all registered sex offenders against all CCLD facility addresses pursuant to information shared by California DOJ. 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 deficiencies were cited during today's 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 Site Supervisor, Barbara Buchanan. A copy of this report was provided electronically along with her appeal rights and Notice of Site Visit.