Routine inspection (3-year)·June 10, 2024

On 6/10/24 at 10:00am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Stephanie Li conducted an unannounced annual inspection. Upon arrival LPA met with Site Supervisor Crystal Darling who led LPA on a tour of the facility. Per Supervisor, there are currently 84 children enrolled in the Infant and toddler program. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday 6:30am-6:00pm. The facility operates at LA County Fair Grounds and also has a preschool license. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The facility consists of 5 classrooms and 3 playgrounds. The following was observed: Infant room had 8 children and 3 staff, Room Toddler 1 had 7 children and 4 staff, Room Toddler 2 had 11 children and 4 staff, Room Toddler 3 had 13 children and 5 staff, Room Toddler 4 had 12 children and 3 staff. Staff names were recorded. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All children were observed to be under active/visual supervision of a teacher during the tour. Licensing staff observed disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children were not accessible to children. Classroom furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All floors are clean and safe. Napping equipment cots, cribs and bedding were inspected for good condition, appropriate storage, and cleanliness . Facility has laundry washing machines and wash their linen daily and weekly. Storage for children's belongings were inspected. All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. First Aid supplies are available and complete. Drinking water is available and provided through a Brita jug. The medicine room in the office is used as an isolation area, there is a chair available for an ill child to rest. Page 1 of 4 Cribs and napping equipment were observed in the infant program. LPA observed portable cribs that meet Consumer Product Safety Commission safety standards. Mattresses have an appropriate size mattress with a fitted sheet. Crib was observed to be free of loose items. Cots were available for infants who can climb out of crib. Sleeping area is physically separated and cribs do not limit staff’s ability to watch infants at all times. Per supervisor, bedding is changed daily. Per supervisor, facility has been logging sleep checks for children 0-12 months and was not aware of needing to check and log up to 24 months of age. A technical violation is being issued, see LIC9102. LPA advised sleep logs requirements and printed and provided the safe sleep PIN. LPA observed the diaper changing table to be at least one inch thick, with raised sides of at least 3 inches, and within arm’s reach of the sink. There is at least one sink for every 15 children potty training. Per teacher, there are 2 children potty training. Licensing staff observed all required forms/publications to be posted by the front entrance. Snack menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being 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. Facility provides am snacks. Lunch is provided on site prepared by food prep staff. Children’s food and bottles are labeled with individual names. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Licensing staff observed the required 2A10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 2/12/24 on service tag. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually. Facility has a functioning carbon monoxide and smoke detector that meets statutory requirements. Teachers state there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises. The last Disaster drill was conducted in 5/2/24. At 11:15 am, licensing staff reviewed the outdoor play area. The playgrounds 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. The sandbox is covered and checked daily for debris. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Drinking water is readily available outdoors. Teachers bring water cups in container out when children go out. Page 2 of 4 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 and children’s records were reviewed. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. Two teachers out of five files reviewed were missing their mandated reporter training renewal certificate. A citation is being issued, see page LIC809-D. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) is not currently being provided. 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 Facility 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. 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 . 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 childcare 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 21-21.1-CCP). The facility has completed lead testing and is in the process of remediating lead exceedances. LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information . Page 3 of 4 Teacher was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Based on Licensing staff interview and records review, 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. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) – must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. Exit interview conducted, report was reviewed, and appeal rights were given to Site Supervisor Crystal Darling. Page 4 of 4