Routine inspection·September 12, 2022

An unannounced Required \342\200\223 1 Year Inspection was conducted on 09/12/2022 at 11:45 AM by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Katrina Chicote. Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 77 . Licensing staff met with Emily Nalasa, Director . The program currently operates Monday thru Friday from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM . LPA was taken on a guided tour of the facility of both indoors and outdoors. At the initial start of the site visit, there is a total census of 25 children and a total census of four teachers present. The facility is made up of three classrooms: Room 1 for 2 year olds, Room 2 for 3-4 year olds, and Room 3 for 4-5 year olds . Per Director, Room 3 is currently not being used due low enrollment at this time. LPA observed Room 1 to have Staff #1 and #2 with seven preschoolers and Room 2 to have Staff #3 and #4 with 18 preschoolers. Beginning at 11:50 AM, furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair in each classroom. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. There were cubbies observed as storage for children's belongings. LPA observed cubbies with baskets filled with child appropriate toys and reading area available for quiet play. Cots were inspected and stored in closet in classroom. Per Director, sheets are provided by facility and blankets are provided by families and taken home weekly. Availability of drinking water was reviewed. LPA observed water pitchers in each classroom with reusable children's water bottles brought from home. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, area safety and sanitation. Room 1 and Room 2 share a bathroom that is a jack-n-jill bathroom between the two classrooms. LPA observed three toilets and one sink, with another sink in each classroom totaling three sinks. A first aid kit is kept in a closet in each classroom . Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors are present in the facility. Fire extinguishers have been serviced in 06/09/2022 . Hazardous items including poisonous cleaning compounds were stored inaccessible to children. LPA observed these items stored in closet in classroom on high shelf. Per Director, no drill has been conducted the past six months. Report Continues - Page 1 of 3 Snack/lunch menus were reviewed. Food and snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. At 12:00 PM, food preparation areas were toured for safety, cleanliness and proper equipment. LPA observed lunch being served to children during inspection. Facility serves, Breakfast, Lunch, and PM snack. At 12:05 PM, outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age-appropriateness. Required shade and fencing were inspected. LPA observed three play areas separated by fences. LPA observed large play structure well maintained with cushioning material below to absorb fall, plastic play house, and plant boxes for gardening, in separate play area LPA observed bicycles with concrete bike path, and another separate play area with large play house available for children all well maintained. LPA Chicote advised Director that the children need to be within the direct care and supervision, including visual supervision of the teacher(s) at all times. Per Director, the children have access to their personal water bottles that are brought out during outside play. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water; no bodies of water or hazards observed. Teacher-child ratios were observed and staff names recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Sign-in and out sheets and procedures were reviewed. LPA observed 25 of 25 children signed in at time of inspection. Personal Rights of children were observed by LPA. Staff and Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed. Criminal Record Clearances were reviewed for adults. CPR card expires in 05/21/2024 for Staff #3 . Inspection of required forms made. LPA did not observe AB1207 Mandated Reporter training for Staff #4 and #2 and expired for Director at time of inspection. Per Director, Staff #4 and #2 just started last week and are working on it. Incidental Medical Services: 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. 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 Report Continues - Page 2 of 3 The following were discussed with the Director: No Licensee (or facility representative) was reminded that all adults 18 and over in the facility, 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 licensed facility. 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. The fire extinguisher type 2A-10BC must be serviced annually or as often as necessary. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors should be checked and batteries replaced as needed. Changes should be reported to the Department as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your location. LPA advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and to CCL within the time frame specified by the regulation. Based on this information, the following deficiencies on the attached LIC 809D are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children\342\200\231s health & safety. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) \342\200\223 must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site inspection by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the Site Supervisor, Emily Nalasa. Report Ends - Page 3 of 3