Routine inspection·December 19, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lilia Hernandez conducted an unannounced annual inspection to the above facility on 12/19/2023. LPA arrived at the facility at 8:45AM, identified self and met with Lisa Marlow, Director who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. LPA provided Licensee/facility representative with a copy of the LIC 125 Entrance Checklist to help facilitate the inspection. This is a preschool program which consists of 5 classrooms; Room(RM) 1, Room 2, Room 3 Room 4 and Room 5. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. There were 37 children and 13 staff present when LPA arrived. At arrival, children from RM 1 and RM 2 were in Harter Hall for active play due to inclement weather. Per Director, Rm 5 is currently not in use and LPA did not observe children being care for in RM 5. The facility was observed to be within the license capacity and limitations. Director 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. The following was observed during the tour of the facility: Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Children in RM 1, RM 2, and RM 4 have their own baskets to store their belongings. RM 3 and RM 4 has hooks along the classroom wall for children to hang their jackets. ---Page 1 of 4 LPA observe children jackets touching. Facility operates a half day program and rest time is not provided to children in care. Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in the restrooms. General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in classrooms. Per Director, children bring their own water bottle daily and filtered water is available for children who need water refills. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Director states that poisons are locked in the kitchen and inaccessible to children. Carbon monoxide detectors were observed and are operable. All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids or solid waste bags shall be discarded immediately after each meal. Outdoor playground equipment is in a safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. LPA observed sun shade sails in the outdoor areas identified as the North Yard and South Yard. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. LPA advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time. All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic-free. Per Director, there are no firearms stored on the premises. LPA did not observe pools or bodies of water at the facility. 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. ---Page 2 of 4 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. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. LPA also reviewed staff records. The review of Staff records was documented on the LIC 859. Staff present did have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. 2 of 5 personnel files reviewed, staff present did not have proof against measles and pertussis. Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857. Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign-In and Sign-Out sheets were reviewed. Children present were signed in. Snack Menus are posted one month in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request. The facility provides snack to children. Children bring lunch prepared from home. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 10/19/2023 and 12/18/2023. First Aid supplies were observed in the facility. According to Director, medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note and is stored in the office. The facility was observed to be equipped with an isolation area for any child who becomes ill and it is located in the Director\342\200\231s Office. This facility provides 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. LPA observed child #1 medication not stored in original packaging with label directions as prescribed by the child's physician.---Page 3 of 4 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-care- centers/. 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 . Director 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. The following deficiencies listed on the attached deficiencies page are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Lisa Marlow, Director. ---Page 4 of 4