Routine inspection·March 8, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nolan Tcheng conducted an unannounced random annual inspection. Upon arrival at 10:20am LPA met with Office Assistant Cindy Ostry . Director Linda Brown arrived soon after at 10:50am. At 10:40am , Director led LPA on a tour of the facility. This is an Infant program which consists of 1 classroom. Per licensee, there are currently 15 enrolled in the program. Hours of operation for this facility are 7am-6pm, Monday-Friday. This facility also has a Preschool program #191501766. Licensing staff observed all required forms/publications to be posted in the office. 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. PHYSICAL PLANT: At 10:50 am , LPA entered and inspected Infant Room : 10 children with 4 staff members. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All floors are clean and safe. 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. Sufficient individual storage space for children was observed and each child has a cubby. Drinking water was readily available indoors. At this time, the office is used as an isolation area. A cot is available for an ill child to rest on. First Aid supplies are available and complete. Facility has a functioning carbon monoxide detector that meets statutory requirements. Director states there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises . A fire extinguisher was observed. The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 09/01/2021 , as indicated on service tag. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually. Parents provide lunch and snacks. Facility has snacks in the event parents forget to bring the child's food. Feeding bottles were observed to be in the fridge labeled with each child's name. REPORT CONTINUES PAGE 1 of 3 Cribs and napping equipment were observed in the infant program in the back nap room. 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 are able to climb out of a crib. Sleeping area is physically separated and cribs did not limit staffs ability to watch infants at all times. LPA obtained a written declaration from director stating that the back nap room will remain as a separate sleeping area for all infants. Per Director, bedding is changed everyday for cribs, and weekly for cots, or as needed. LPA observed the diaper changing table to be at least one inch thick, with raised sides of at least 3-inches, and within arms reach of the sink. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher during tour. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All areas were identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. OUTDOORS: At 11:00am , LPA reviewed the outdoor play area. Outdoor playground 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. There is one outside play space separate from the preschool programs outdoor area. Drinking water is readily available outdoors. FACILITY RECORDS: 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 files were reviewed for a health screening report and immunizations that meet regulatory requirements. Criminal Record Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed. The name of the child care center director or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director's absence is on file. Educational background, training, and/or experience for each staff present are on file and were reviewed. A random sample of Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that they are complete During this inspection LPA discussed PIN 20-06 CCP, Social And Physical Distancing Guidance And Healthy Practices For Child Care Facilities In Response To The Global Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic Written In Collaboration With The California Department Of Education and reviewed Child Care Covid-19 Self Assessment. REPORT CONTINUES PAGE 2 of 3 INCIDENTAL MEDICAL SERVICES: 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 LPA reviewed SIDs, Never Shake A Baby, and safe sleeping practices. Infants should sleep mouth up, on their backs, free of clutter surrounding their sleeping space. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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 Child Care Center. 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. LPA advised the licensee how to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on line at: www.ccld.ca.gov . AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – Implementation was discussed with Licensee. Website provided: http://mandatedreporterca.com/ At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today. 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. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. Exit interview was conducted with Director Linda Brown, at 12:45pm including, but not limited to Provider Rights, Appeal Procedures and Agencies Consultative Role. END OF REPORT PAGE 3 of 3