Routine inspection·October 11, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Crystal Green conducted an unannounced annual inspection. LPA met with Diana Urteaga, Director, who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. This facility is located on the grounds of La Canada Presbyterian Church. This infant program consists of 2 classrooms (younger Infant room and older Infant room). At approximately 11:30 AM, Licensing staff was provided a tour of the facility. Licensing staff observed 4 infants and 2 staff present in the activity area of the younger infant room and 1 infant napping with 1 staff member in the napping area. There were 12 children and 3 staff present in the older infant room. Licensing staff observed the facility to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair. Furniture and equipment were inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Napping equipment was observed in form of cribs and cots. Children's linens for the infant program are to be washed or replaced daily. There are age appropriate toys and supplies for children in the classroom, in good repair. There is a changing table within arm's reach of a sink located in both classrooms. LPA observed it to be clean. The facility was observed to have diapers and wipes available in each classroom near the changing table. Drinking water is available in form of personal water bottles that are also taken outside when needed. At this time, the Director's Office is used as an isolation area. Parents are contacted immediately when children are determined to be ill and staff are ensuring that children with obvious symptoms of illness are not being accepted. The facility provides AM and PM snacks. The parents provide formula and lunches for the children. All kitchen, food preparation, and storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on and are in good repair. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are stored in an area inaccessible to children. Facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors that meet statutory requirements. The facility takes measures to keep the facility free of flies, other insects and rodents. Report Continues Page 1 of 3 The outdoor area is located in front of the classrooms and includes a concrete area with a sand box for children to play. The playground also has play equipment for the children to play, shade is provided by the building and shade sails. The play area is fully fenced. Outdoor play equipment is in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe and is free of hazards. LPA reviewed the Sign in and out sheets to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. Staff Records were reviewed to ensure that a health screening report is on file. Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed. Last documented drill was conducted on 09/28/2022. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed Director of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - 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/childqanda.htm At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today. Report Continues Page 2 of 3 Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Diana Urteaga. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process . 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. Report Ends Page 3 of 3