Routine inspection·October 30, 2024

On Wednesday, October 30, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mayra Rivera conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with director Jennifer Slayton who guided LPA Rivera on a tour of the facility. This facility is part of Lamont School District and offer two sessions, morning, and afternoon. Morning hours are 8:00 am to 11:30 am and afternoon hours 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm and serve children ages 2 to 5 years. Sign in and out takes place at the main entrance area. All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors. Teacher and child ratio were observed. Present staff are fingerprinted cleared and trained in pediatric first aid/CPR. Annual fee is current. LPA Rivera entered the classroom and observed 6 children having a story time with staff # 1, staff #2, and staff #3 present providing care and supervision of the children. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed a cubby for children to store their personal belongings. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored inside top cabinet with a child proof lock making it inaccessible for children to reach and open. LPA Rivera observed a step trash bin with a lid. LPA did not observe napping equipment because children do not nap due to program being half day. Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA Rivera. LPA observed central AC/heater and vents located on the ceiling and room temperature to be 74 degrees. LPA observed the. required 2A10BC fire extinguisher located in the classroom with the valve on the green area indicating fully charged and serviced on 6/18/24. Smoke detectors were not tested during this visit due to the detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm system. LPA Rivera tested the carbon monoxide detector located in the classroom and LPA heard the sound. It is operable. The last emergency drill was conducted on 8/26/24. First aid kit supplies are kept inside the classrooms and LPA observed the kits to be fully equipped. During this visit, lead teacher Lucina stated currently has no children with medication or severe food allergies. LPA Rivera asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. Lead teacher Lucina Navarro stated no firearms, weapons, no poisons nor bodies of water. LPA did not observe firearms or weapons, poisons, nor bodies of water. Lead teacher stated the ill isolation area takes place in the corner of the classroom and children utilize staff restroom. LPA Rivera observed the restroom to be in good condition with working toilets, sinks, hand soap dispenser and paper towels. LPA observed a total of 3 toilets and 3 hand washing sinks. Restroom is located in the classroom. LPA Rivera entered the outdoor play area. LPA Rivera observed 2 sheds closed and locked with a key lock. LPA Rivera observed the equipment to be in a safe condition, free of sharp, no lose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA Rivera observed play structure equipment to be age appropriate and areas around or under high climbing equipment, are cushioned with granulated rubber mat that may absorb a fall. For adequate shade, LPA Rivera observed 1 hip roof shade structure. LPA observed the playground yard to be fenced and the side gates closed and locked with a keypad lock. LPA observed 1 trash bin with tight lid. For outdoor water drinking, staff bring out water jugs and disposable cups. This program provides breakfast for morning session and snack for pm session. Meals and snacks are provided by Lamont School District cafeteria. LPA Rivera informed lead teacher Lucina any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Lead testing has not been conducted due to meals are prepared by Lamont school district and for drinking water, facility provides filtered water and disposable cups. The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area at the facility: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Menu, and Earthquake Preparedness (LIC 9148). PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule. LPA Rivera observed 6 signed in Lead teacher Lucina 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. 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 IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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-carecenters/ . Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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/ . Lead teacher Lucina 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 signatures. LPA Rivera reviewed the children\342\200\231s roster, children\342\200\231s files and staff files and observed the files to be complete. LPA Rivera observed director Jennifer American Red Cross Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification dated 8/7/2023, and has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, and Influenza declination. Director Jennifer has completed the child abuse mandated reporter training dated 10/30/24. Items discussed during this visit: 1. The following items are prohibited by Licensing: Refused Entry to a Facility or Any Part of a Facility is a violation of Section 1596.852, 1596.853 or 1597.09. Regulations 101238 (g) (2), The Presence of an Excluded Individual, Fire Clearance Violations, Accessible Bodies of Water, Accessible Firearms, Ammunition or Both 2. Breakfast/Lunch/Snack Menus: Menus are required to be posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days must also be available upon request. 3 . Current Children\342\200\231s Roster: Each childcare facility shall maintain a current roster of children who are provided care in the facility. The roster shall include the name, address, and daytime telephone number of the child's parent or guardian, and the name and telephone number of the child's physician. This roster shall be available to the l icensing agency upon request . 4 . LIC 125 Entrance Checklist for Child Care Center: LPAs advised that forms, regulations, and quarterly updates can be accessed on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . 5 . Pediatric First Aid and CPR: . Pediatric First Aid and CPR: American Heart Association or American Red Cross or Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) Certification and at least one person trained in Pediatric First Aid and CPR must be present must be renewed every two years. 6 . Designated Staff: The name of the childcare center director or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director's absence must be on file. 7.Qualifications: Educational background, training, and/or experience for each staff present must be available for review. 8. Immunization Requirements: Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or influenza declination 9 . Children\342\200\231s Records: must be available for review; including but not limited to, the following: Name, address, and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary. 10 . Staff Records: must be available for review; background clearance, LIC 503 Health Screening report, LIC 9108 Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, Staff Qualifications, LIC 9050 Employee Rights, LIC 501 Personnel Record, Mandated Child Abuse Certification, MMR, TDAP, TB, influenza, or influenza declination. 11. Isolation- When a child is ill, he/she shall be separated from other children, and remain separated. 12. Annual fees must be paid promptly and by the due date or a late fee shall be assessed and/or the license shall be terminated. 13. Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing (refer to LIC 624). 14 . Fire and safety drills must be performed every six (6) months and documented for review by the Department. 15 . The fire extinguisher type 2A-10BC must be serviced annually or as often as necessary and carbon monoxide detectors should be checked, and batteries replaced as needed. No citations given during this visit. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty. Exit interview conducted and report and appeal rights were reviewed with lead teacher Lucina Navarro.