Routine inspection·November 5, 2024

On 11/5/24 12:30pm, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Alicia Mooberry and Joshua Ortega conducted an unannounced Random inspection at the above facility and met with Facility Representative (FR) Elizabeth Sanchez who provided a tour of the facility. Rita Cruz, Director arrived at 1:45pm. The purpose of the visit is to conduct the Annual Random facility inspection. Entrance Checklist \342\200\223 Child Care Centers (LIC 125) was provided to the director. This is a preschool program and consists of two sessions: Mornings from 7:50am - 10:50am and afternoon from 12:00pm - 3:00pm. The facility is located on the campus of Mokler Elementary School and consist of one classroom with an outdoor playground. The facility is licensed for 40 children. Upon arrival LPAs observed 5 children and 2 staff. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Children have space to store their personal belongings. Per Director, the isolation area is in the main office restroom located next to the office is readily available if an ill child requires it. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Director states there are no poisons stored at the facility. Carbon monoxide detector in the classroom was tested and operable. 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. Per Director, the facility has completed the required lead testing and reports that there are no exceedances. LPA will verify that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP Water is readily available both indoor and outdoors. ----Page 1 Report Continues All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. LPAs observed that the trash can used in children's bathroom did not have a lid, posing a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care Outdoor playground equipment is in a 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. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. LPA reminded that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time. All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic-free. There are no pools or bodies of water on the premises of the facility. Facility Representative 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 There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection and expires on 2/10/26. Sign-In and Sign-Out sheets were reviewed. Children present were signed in. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 10/15/2024. There is a 2A10BC fire extinguisher in the classroom which was last serviced in 07/01/24. Menus are posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request. Preschoolers are provided breakfast for the AM program and lunch, for the PM program. All kitchen, food preparation and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste have tight-fitting covers that are kept on and in good repair. Page 2 - Report Continues LPA conducted a record review of 5 children\342\200\231s records and found complete. Staff files will be reviewed at a later date at a central location. First Aid supplies were observed and kept in the classroom. According to the Director, there are no children that require medication. Medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note and medication is stored in a cabinet located in one of the multipurpose rooms. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/ (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 . 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/process . Deficiencies were cited in accordance with Title 22 regulations (refer to deficiency page LIC 809D). A Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with Director Rita Cruz. Appeal Rights were discussed, and a copy was provided to the facility representative.