Routine inspection·November 18, 2024

On Monday, November 18, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPAs) Staicy Perry and Joanne Solorio Campos conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with director Sandra Wong who guided LPAs Perry and Campos on a tour of the facility. This facility has a total of 6 classrooms in which only 4 are currently open; 2 year old class, 3 year old class and 2 Prek classrooms. Census was taken, LPA’s observed 40 children and 4 staff present observing the children. This is a preschool program that serves children ages 2 until entry into Kindergarten . This program operates Monday to Friday 7:00a.m. – 6:00p.m. Sign in and out takes place at the main entrance of the classrooms. Parents sign in/out manually in individual classroom binders. All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors. Teacher and child ratio were observed, and present staff are fingerprinted cleared. LPAs entered all 6 classrooms. LPA’s 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’s observed a cubby for children to store their personal belongings. LPA’s observed cleaning solutions stored in a shelf making it inaccessible for children to reach and open. LPA’s observed a step trash bin with tight fitting lids. LPA’s did observe a diaper changing table in the two year old classroom along with a trash bin with a tight fitting lid next to it and observed it to be free of clutter and debris. LPA’s observed sensory bins in the classrooms to be free of choking hazard items or sitting water. Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA’s. LPA’s observed central AC/heater and vents located on the ceiling. LPA’s observed the thermostats located in classrooms and temperatures to be 70 degrees. LPA observed the fire extinguishers located in the hallway and the valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged and serviced on 01/24/2024 Smoke detectors and Carbon Monoxide were not tested during this visit due to the detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm system. The last emergency drill was conducted on 11/13/2024. LPA observed napping equipment cots to be in good condition and stored in the classrooms. Per director, children bring their personal sheet and blanket and is to be taken home at the end of the week for washing or when needed. iFirst aid kit supplies are kept inside the classrooms and LPA’s observed the kits to be fully equipped. Facility currently has 3 children with medication or severe food allergies. LPA’s asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water and per director it was stated that they do not have any firearms, weapons, poisons nor bodies of water. LPA’s did not observe any of the above mentioned. Director stated the ill isolation area takes place in the director’s office and children will utilize staff restroom. LPA’s observed children’s restrooms to be in good condition with working toilets, sinks, hand soap dispenser and paper towels. LPA’s entered the outdoor play area and 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’s 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’s observed roof shade structure and canopy in the play area. LPA’s observed the playground yard to be fenced and the side gates closed and locked with a lock. For outdoor water drinking, children have their personal water cups and water is provided by staff by water dispensers. This program provides am and pm snack. Children provide their own lunch or can purchase through Dave’s Deli to be delivered to facility. LPA’s informed director that any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. For water drinking in the classrooms, LPA’s observed personal water cups. LPA’s observed the food preparation area in the kitchen to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin and storage containers for solid waste, including movable bins with tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. During the inspection LPA’s observed that lead testing was completed and there were no exceedences. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents 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. Lead results were observed to be posted. LPA’s reviewed the children’s roster, children’s files and staff files and observed the files to be complete. LPA’s observed director Sandra Wong’s Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification dated 03/25/23 Preventative Health and Safety certification on file and has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, and Influenza declination. Director has completed the mandated reporter (AB 1207) training dated 11/26/22. Director was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com 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. 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 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 21-21.1CCP). LPA’s verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. 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/ . LPA’s observed children’s medication to be in original packaging and up to date. 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. 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 . The facility is currently in compliance of Title 22 regulations and no deficiencies are being cited. 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 was reviewed with director Sandra Wong.