Routine inspection·May 15, 2024

On 05/15/24, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Carol Heath conducted an unannounced Annual Required inspection at the Cerro Coso Child Development Center. Upon arrival, LPA observed 1 classroom with a total of 12 children with 2 teachers on the premises. The hours of operation are 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM for AM program and 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM for PM program, Monday - Friday . Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. Physical Plant: LPA toured and inspected the preschool classrooms. Furniture and equipment were checked for age appropriateness and good repair. The classroom is clean and safe. Telephone service was verified. Heating, lighting, and ventilation are adequate. There are cubbies for children's belongings labeled with their names. LPA observed age-appropriate toys and materials. Daily activities schedule was observed in the classroom. Children do not take a nap. Drinking water is available inside the classrooms in the form of disposable plastic cups and water jugs. There is a fire extinguisher (checked 8/08/2022), a smoke detector, and a carbon monoxide detector on the premises. All containers used for storing solid wastes, including moveable bins, shall have a tight-fitting cover that is kept on; they shall be leakproof and rodent-proof. LPA inspected and observed 1 clean bathroom (2 toilets and 2 sinks). The toilets and sinks function properly and are age appropriate. The water temperature is appropriate. LPA observed that soap, toilet paper, and towels were readily available. Children are inspected for illnesses and an overall wellness check. A review of medication policy indicated that prescription medication is administered only with the parent\342\200\231s permission. The Director and other administration staff administer medication and document the dosage, date, and time on a log. Medication is brought and locked at the center (unless the parent requests daily return). Medication is labeled correctly and stored in its original container. Medication is kept at the center until the expiration date and sent home with the parent for disposal. There are currently no children in care with IMS needs. The office has a separate area for the isolation and care of ill children. There is a mat available for ill children. An isolated toilet and sink are available in the staff restroom for ill children. A Fire Drill/Earthquake log is posted in the office. The center conducted disaster drills for at least 6 months. A current Roster is available. The outdoor: The outdoor play areas were noted free of hazards. Playground items are properly secure and free of loose or sharp objects. Equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair, and age appropriateness. Climbing structures are age appropriate, play equipment is properly securely and anchored with adequate resilient. There is cushioning material underneath and around the inside and outside play areas. On the outside play area, there is an adequate water fountain, and shaded area for rest. The playground is well fenced all around, and no bodies of water observed. LPA observed a first aid kit. LPA provided a First aid supplies list to the Director. The parent board was reviewed and has all the required forms posted. Fire/earthquake drills current. Sign-in and out sheets were reviewed. The Teacher-to-child ratio was observed, and staff names were recorded. Care and supervision were evaluated to determine if the children\342\200\231s basic needs were met and appropriate. Staff Records/Children's Records: Staff and children's records were reviewed. LPA verified at least 1 staff person present with current CPR and First Aid Training. All staff complete the Mandated Reporter training every 2 years. All staff receive Measles, Pertussis, and Influenza vaccinations. All staff have requested fingerprinting associated with the facility. LPA reviewed 5 children's records; the records are complete with the parent\342\200\231s signature. Food Service: There is a clean, fully equipped kitchen (off limits) with a refrigerator, freezer, stove, and microwave oven. The facility provides AM snack and a PM snack. Allergy lists are posted in the kitchen and classrooms. LPA observed an appropriate amount of food and snacks and staff preparing lunch (with gloves). The chemicals are kept separate from the food (kitchen adjacent to the kitchen sink or locked inaccessible in classroom cabinets). LPA observed that food preparation and storage areas are kept clean and free of litter and rubbish. Soaps, detergents, cleaning compounds, or similar substances are stored separately from food supplies. Menus are posted at least one week in advance and made available for review by the parents. The following general information was discussed during this inspection: \302\2471596.7995 (a)(1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a daycare center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year. All Licensing reports are available for review online and are considered public information. Summary: Assembly Bill 2621 added Section 1596.819 to the Health and Safety Code to require the Department to post certain licensing information for CCCs and FCCHs on its public internet website. Before working or volunteering in a licensed childcare facility, all individuals subject to a criminal record review shall obtain a clearance or criminal record exemption. If a fingerprint clearance has been obtained through the Department, Licensee may request a transfer of a criminal record clearance from one state-licensed facility to another using form LIC 9184 Senate Bill AB 633 - Child Care Facilities: Parent Notification Requirements Summary: This bill amends Health and Safety Code (HSC) sections 1596.859, 1596.8595, 1596.8895, and 1597.05 to improve the transparency of licensing records and to ensure that parents/guardians using a licensed childcare facility are aware of situations that present the greatest danger to children Center Director advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation (call within 24 hours and submit a written report within 7 days) and on the form LIC624. The Center reminded to review updates/regulations as well as quarterly updates on the Department website. The "Notification of Parent's Rights" poster must be posted in an area of the center accessible to parents. The information regarding new legislation with regard to exemptions and parents' rights was also discussed. Child Care Centers Licensee [or 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. Lead Testing \342\200\223 Child Care Centers (CCC) CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: 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. For the following scenarios use the below un-bolded language: \342\200\242 CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND IS IN THE PROCESS OF REMEDIATING LEAD EXCEEDANCES, or \342\200\242 CCC COMPLETED SAMPLING BUT THE TEST RESULTS ARE NOT YET AVAILABLE, or \342\200\242 CCC DID NOT COMPLETE TESTING PRIOR TO THEIR DEADLINE, or \342\200\242 CCC TESTING DEADLINE HAS NOT PAST LPA referred licensee [or facility representative] to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. IF THERE IS NO CHILD AT THE FACILITY THAT CURRENTLY NEEDS IMS , USE AS FOLLOWS: 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/ . MyChildCarePlan.org \342\200\223 Centers and Family Child Care Homes Licensee [or 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. 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 . Notice of Site Visit - Centers and Family Child Care Homes A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Deficiencies cited: (See LIC 809D). The following Type B deficiencies are being cited in accordance with Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and/or Health & Safety codes. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the site Supervisor, Tiffany Robertson.