Routine inspection·December 3, 2024

On December 3, 2024 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Staicy Perry conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met Shannon Rodriguez (Program Coordinator) who guided LPAs on a tour of the facility. This is an extended day care program that operates Monday to Friday, 12pm to 6pm. Per Program Coordinator there are 20 school age children enrolled. This facility is located on the premises of City Hall. There is one classroom. 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. Licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. Sign in and out takes place at the main entrance area on paper. All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors. Teacher and child ratio were observed as their children 2 children present. All present staff are fingerprinted cleared. Facility does provide transportation for school pickups for schools in the Monterey Park Area. LPA entered Room 3 and 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 observed a cubby for children to store their personal belongings. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored inside the top cabinet with a key lock making it inaccessible for children to reach and open. LPA observed a step trash bin with a lid. Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA. LPA observed central AC/heater and vents located on the ceiling. LPA observed the thermostats located in classroom to be at 70 degrees. LPA observed the fire extinguishers located in the classrooms and the valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged and serviced on 11/14/2024. Smoke detectors were not tested during this visit due to the detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm system. Carbon monoxide detectors were also observed in classroom. The last emergency drill was conducted on October 16, 2024. LPA did not observe napping equipment due to the facility only being after care hours. First aid kit supplies are kept inside the office and LPA observed the kits to be fully equipped. During this visit, per Shannon, the ill isolation area takes place next to the Program coordinators office. LPA observed the restrooms to be in good condition with working toilets, sinks, hand soap dispenser and paper towels. LPA observed a boy restroom and one restroom for the girls. LPA entered the outdoor play area. LPA 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 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.LPA observed trash bins with lids. For outdoor water drinking, staff bring water bottles. Facility will also take walks to the park. This program provides PM snack only. Meals are provided by the facility. LPA informed Shannon 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, LPA observed water bottles available for the children. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Lead testing was conducted on 12/19/2023 and had no lead 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 observed sign in/out sheets and observed 16 signatures. LPA reviewed the children’s roster, children’s files and staff files and observed the files to be complete. Teacher files were reviewed and are colpmete. Shannon 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 Childcare 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 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 21-21.1CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. LPA Perry reviewed all storage of medication. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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-carecenters/ . Shannon 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. 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 . Currently the facility is in compliance of Title 22 regulations and no citations are being given today. 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 Shannon Rodriguez, Program Coordinator.