Routine inspection·May 31, 2023

On 5/31/2023 at 8:05 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Roxana Lopez conducted an unannounced required inspection. A risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. LPA met with Director, Susan Wong, who guided the LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool age program licensed for 96 children which operates Monday – Friday from 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Per the Director there are 75 children enrolled. Roster was not available for review. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following staff was present during this inspection: Kindergarten: Staff # 1 with no children- Big Tadpoles Staff # 2 and Staff # 3 with 4 children- Little Tadpoles: emptied- Prek classroom (divided in 2 sections) Left side was emptied and right side had Staff # 4 with 6 children. Outdoors: Staff # 5 and Staff # 6 with 14 children. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. The licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. LPA observed the facility to be clean, sanitary and in good repair. Furniture and equipment was inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. At 8:39 am LPA observed a white bucket under a sink pipe in children's bathroom located downstairs (bottom of facility) filled to the rim with water. Bucket was emptied at 8:42 am. ------------------------------------------ pg 1 of 4 --------------------------------------------------------------------- LPA checked bucket at 10:50 am observed that there was less than an inch of water in the bucket. Per Director bathroom will be renovated by August 8th, meanwhile bucket will be emptied out twice a day- a declaration was obtained. All toilets and washing facilities are in sanitary operating conditions. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. LPA did observed a small trampoline in an emptied classroom- LPA advised that trampolines are not recommended to have in the facility. LPA obtained a declaration from director with a plan on how trampoline will be used. At this time, the 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. Snack menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. The facility provides AM snack and PM snack. Children have the option to bring their own lunches or have it catered. All kitchen, food preparation, and storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All food is protected from contamination, and LPA inspected that any contaminated food is discarded immediately. There is drinking water available in all indoor classrooms in form of personal water bottles and gallons to refill if needed and water bottles are taken outdoors. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on and are in good repair. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other items that are dangerous to children are stored in an area inaccessible to children. Director states that there are no poisons stored at the facility. At 9:00 am LPA observed that there is smoke and carbon detectors in the facility and were found operable- last drill documented was on 4/20/2023. LPA observed sleeping arrangements in form of cots. ---------------------------------------------------- pg. 2 of 4 ------------------------------------------------------------- Outdoor playground equipment is in 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, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Sign in and out sheets were reviewed 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. SB792 (Immunization Requirements for Staff and Employees) was discussed with the Manager and Administrator. All staff present have required Immunizations on file. AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers . All staff present have current AB1207 on file This facility provides Incidental Medical Services IMS-. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. At 8:45 am LPA observed that Child # 1, 2 & 3 have expired medication on site. Per director child # 3 is no longer enrolled- Director called parents of Child #1 and 2 to inform them of expired medication. New medication will be provided to facility by the end of the week. LPA advised Director that IMS plan needs to be more in detailed- LPA advised Director to read PIN 22-02-CCP 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: -------------------------------------------------------- pg. 3 of 4 ---------------------------------------------------------- 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 LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . Facility representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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 Child Care Center. 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. 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/inspection-process . Based on the LPA’s observations and records reviews, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) 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’s health and safety. 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. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Sandra Wong. ----------------------------------------------- pg. 4 of 4 -------------------------------------------------------------------