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 Marcia Cagigas and Vice Director Jacqueline Zavala, who guided LPAs Perry and Campos on a tour of the facility. This facility has a total of 6 classrooms; yellow (2-3), orange (2-3), green (3-4), blue (3-4) gold (4) red (3-4). Census was taken, LPA\342\200\231s observed 72 children and 16 staff present observing the children. This facility is located inside the ELAC campus. This is a preschool program that serves children ages 2 until entry into Kindergarten . This program operates Monday to Friday 7:45a.m. \342\200\223 3:30 p.m. Sign in and out takes place at the main entrance area. Parents sign in 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 six classrooms. LPA\342\200\231s 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\342\200\231s observed a cubby for children to store their personal belongings. LPA\342\200\231s observed cleaning solutions stored in a shelf making it inaccessible for children to reach and open. LPA\342\200\231s did not observe a step trash bin with tight fitting lids due to food being placed in bins and immediately disposed in the kitchen. LPA\342\200\231s did observe a diaper changing table in the yellow classroom and observed it to be free of clutter and debris. LPA\342\200\231s observed sensory bins in the classrooms to have a potential choking hazard item, per director the sensory bins are used with teacher supervision at all times and items are removed once activity is concluded (declaration obtained). Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA\342\200\231s. LPA\342\200\231s observed central AC/heater and vents located on the ceiling. LPA\342\200\231s observed the thermostats located in classrooms and temperatures to be between 70-71 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 11/7/2024 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 10/17/24. LPA observed napping equipment cots to be in good condition and stored in the classrooms. Per director, sheet and blankets are provided for children and are washed on a weekly basis or when needed. Children are allowed to bring their personal sheet and blanket if they choose. First aid kit supplies are kept inside the classrooms and LPA\342\200\231s observed the kits to be fully equipped. During this visit, per director, facility currently has no children with medication or severe food allergies. LPA\342\200\231s 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\342\200\231s did not observe any of the above mentioned. Director stated the ill isolation area takes place in the director\342\200\231s office and children will utilize staff restroom. The Yellow and Orange classrooms share restroom which is located between both classrooms. Green and Blue classrooms share a restroom and the restroom is located between both classrooms. Gold and Red classrooms share one restroom that is connected in between both classrooms. LPA\342\200\231s also observed a second restroom in the Gold classroom that is only used by the Gold classroom. LPA\342\200\231s observed restrooms to be in good condition with working toilets, sinks, hand soap dispenser and paper towels. LPA\342\200\231s entered the outdoor play area and observed 3 play areas, yard A, yard B, and yard C, and yard D. LPA\342\200\231s observed the equipment to be in a safe condition, free of sharp, no lose or pointed parts. The surface of the utdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA\342\200\231s observed play structure equipment to be age appropriate for ages 2-5 years and areas around or under high climbing equipment, are cushioned with granulated rubber mat that may absorb a fall. For adequate shade, LPA\342\200\231s observed roof shade structure and umbrellas throughout the play area. LPA\342\200\231s observed the playground yard to be fenced and the side gates closed and locked with a lock. For outdoor water drinking, children have water fountains and personal water cups. This program provides breakfast, lunch, and pm snack. Meals and snacks are provided by the facility and utilizes an outside food program( CACFP). LPA\342\200\231s 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\342\200\231s observed drinking fountains and personal water cups. LPA\342\200\231s 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. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Lead testing was conducted on 4/21/23 and was observed to have a lead exceedance in faucet B located in the kitchen. A retest was conducted on 07/18/23 and faucet B was observed to have no exceedance. 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. LPA's reviewed the children\342\200\231s roster, children\342\200\231s files and staff files and observed the files to be complete. LPA's observed director Marcia Cagigas Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification dated 10/10/23, Preventative Health and Safety certification dated 12/15/22 and has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, and Influenza declination. Director has completed the mandated reporter (AB 1207) training dated 10/10/23. Director was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com Items discussed during this visit: 1. The following items are prohibited by Licensing: Refused Entry to a Facility or Any Part of a Facility is a violation of Section 1596.852, 1596.853 or 1597.09. Regulations 101238 (g) (2), The Presence of an Excluded Individual, Fire Clearance Violations, Accessible Bodies of Water, Accessible Firearms, Ammunition or Both 2. Breakfast/Lunch/Snack Menus: Menus are required to be posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days must also be available upon request. 3 . Current Children\342\200\231s Roster: Each childcare facility shall maintain a current roster of children who are provided care in the facility. The roster shall include the name, address, and daytime telephone number of the child's parent or guardian, and the name and telephone number of the child's physician. This roster shall be available to the l icensing agency upon request . 4 . LIC 311A - Records to be Maintained at the Facility: LPAs advised that forms, regulations, and quarterly updates can be accessed on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . 5 . Pediatric First Aid and CPR: At least one person trained in Pediatric First Aid and CPR and EMSA approved must be present. 6 . Designated Staff: The name of the childcare center director or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director's absence must be on file. 7.Qualifications: Educational background, training, and/or experience for each staff present must be available for review 8. Immunization Requirements: Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or influenza declination 9. Children\342\200\231s Records: must be available for review; including but not limited to, the following: Name, address, and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary. 10 . Staff Records: must be available for review; background clearance, LIC 503 Health Screening report, LIC 9108 Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, Staff Qualifications, LIC 9050 Employee Rights, LIC 501 Personnel Record, AB 1207 Mandated Child Abuse Certification, MMR, TDAP, TB, influenza or influenza declination. 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\342\200\231s 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/ . 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 Marcia Cagigas and Jacqueline Zavala.