Routine inspection·June 1, 2023

On 06/01/2023 at 9:00 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Roxana Lopez conducted an unannounced required inspection. A risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility- appropriate PPE was used. LPA met with Director, Marcia Cagigas, who guided the LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool age program licensed for 180 children which operates Monday \342\200\223 Friday from 7:45 AM \342\200\223 3:30 PM. Per the Director there are 59 children enrolled. Current Roster was available for review. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following staff was present during this inspection: Room # 108: Staff # 1, 2 & 3 with 6 children- Room # 110: Staff # 4,5,6,7 & 8 with 7 children- Room # 117: Staff # 9, 10 & 11 with 9 children- Room # 118 & # 120 were combined outside: Staff # 12, 13 & 14 with 18 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. All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. There is an isolation room by the office. ------------------------------------------------------ pg 1 of 4 --------------------------------------------------------------- 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 breakfast, lunch and PM snack. 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 and drinking containers / jugs are taken outdoors. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on and are in good repair. At 9:15 am LPA observed disinfectant spray (Honest and Lysol) in an unlocked cabinet under a sink in classroom # 115. Director removed items during the inspection. Director states that there are no poisons stored at the facility. LPA observed that there is smoke and carbon detectors in the facility. Last drill documented was on 2/ 22/2023. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Linens are washed weekly by the center. Napping equipment (mats) were observed LPA observed that Outdoor Playgrounds next to classrooms on the right hand side are being renovated. Children are using classroom 115 for gross motor activities and also increasing campus walks. The playground next to left hand side classroom was observed to safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. ------------------------------------------------------- pg. 2 of 4 -------------------------------------------------------------------------- The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. 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\342\200\231s 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 immunizations on file AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting \342\200\223 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 . At 11:30 am LPA observed that Staff # 2, 6 and 9 did not complete training within 90 days of employment 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 LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . ---------------------------------------------------------- pg. 3 of 4 ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 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\342\200\231s 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\342\200\231s 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 Marcia Cagigas --------------------------------------------------pg 4 of 4 -------------------------------------------------------------