Routine inspection·September 14, 2022

An unannounced Required \342\200\223 1 Year Inspection was conducted on 09/14/2022 at 9:20 AM by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Katrina Chicote. Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 20 . Licensing staff met with Stephanie Garcia, Teacher and Sara Bray, Teacher's Assistant . Facility is located on elementary school campus. The program currently operates two part-time programs Monday thru Friday: AM Program from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM and PM program 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM . LPA singularly toured the facility both indoors and outdoors. Director, Bettie Guerrero, arrived at facility at 9:45 AM and left at approximately 10:00 AM. Required postings were observed on bulletin board by classroom entrance including waivers for use of shared out door play yard, use of play equipment, use of elementary bathrooms, and use of Assistant for supervision. At the initial start of the site visit, LPA observed there is a total census of 12 children and a total census of two teachers present playing outside. The facility is made up of single bungalow . Beginning at 9:40 AM, LPA observed furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. LPA observed child size tables and chairs, learning stations with dramatic play toys, art materials, and math manipulative toys available for children in care that is well maintained and free of loose and sharp parts. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. There were cubbies observed as storage for children's belongings. There is no nap time at this facility due to part time programs. Availability of drinking water was reviewed. LPA observed individual water bottles available for drinking water. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, area safety and sanitation. LPA observed one toilet and one sink available for children in the classroom. A first aid kit is kept in a backpack hanging by the entrance and was inventoried for supplies . LPA observed medications stored for two children in first aid backpack that meet Tittle 22 Regulation requirements. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors are present in the facility. Fire extinguishers have been serviced on 08/08/22 . Disaster drill log was posted and last drill was conducted on 08/30/2022. Report Continues Page 1 of 3 Snack/lunch menus were reviewed. Facility is provided AM and PM snack by elementary school cafeteria. At 9:35 AM, outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age-appropriateness. LPA observed large play structure being used by the children during inspection with wood chips below to absorb fall and well maintained, LPA observed a concrete basketball court also available for use. Play yard is shared with Kindergarten class and waiver is posted for staggered play time. Required shade and fencing were inspected. LPA Chicote advised Teacher that the children need to be within the direct care and supervision, including visual supervision of the teacher(s) at all times. The children have access to their water bottles for outside play. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water; no bodies of water or hazards observed. All staff and employees have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption as a condition of employment with the Bellflower Unified School District. Teacher-child ratios were observed and staff names recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Sign-in and out sheets and procedures were reviewed. 12 of 12 children were signed at time of inspection. Personal Rights of children were observed by LPA. Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed. Bellflower USD keeps confidential files for children in Admin office which includes Physician Report, Immunization Records, and TB risk assessment. Per Director, staff files are also kept in office. LPA will review files at a later time. LPA notified Director that LPA will have to review Mandated Reporter training and Pediatric First Aid/CPR training for staff present, which Director stated they should have readily available during today's inspection. Upon review, staff present did not have current Pediatric First Aid/CPR and Mandated Reporter Training certificate available during today's inspection. CPR card expired on 02/2022 for Teacher. 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 Report Continues - Page 2 of 3 The following were discussed with the Facility Representative: No Licensee (or facility representative) was reminded that all adults 18 and over in the facility, 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 licensed facility. 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. The fire extinguisher type 2A-10BC must be serviced annually or as often as necessary. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors should be checked and batteries replaced as needed. Changes should be reported to the Department as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your location. LPA advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and to CCL within the time frame specified by the regulation. Based on this information, the following deficiencies on the attached LIC 809D 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 & safety. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) \342\200\223 must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site inspection by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility Representative, Teacher Stephanie Garcia. Report Ends - Page 3 of 3