Routine inspection·August 9, 2022

On 8/9/2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Adrian Risher conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection for the preschool license. LPA met with Director, Kirstin Mcduffie , and toured the facility indoors and outdoors. Days and hours of operation are 7am to 6pm Monday to Friday. LPA confirmed the facility phone number is 310-672-3777. LPA observed a total of 7 children present being supervised by 2 staff members. LPA verified that all adults present have obtained criminal record clearances and are associated to the facility. LPA also reviewed the sign in and sign out sheet to verify the census. LPA toured the inside and outside of the facility. The space was found to be clean and free from any potential hazards. The furniture was found to be in good repair and age appropriate. Director stated that the facility is cleaned 3 times a week. The school is preparing for the floors to be deep cleaned. There is adequate heating, lighting and ventilation. Drinking water is readily available in the classrooms. Isolation area for sick students is in classroom 3A . LPA observed adequate arrangements for isolation and care of ill children. LPA observed mats being used for napping. 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. There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises . . There are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible. All poisons are kept in a locked storage area. The bathroom and toileting areas were inspected, LPA observed adequate toilets and sinks to accommodate the facility\342\200\231s capacity. LPA observed the toilets flushing properly. The bathroom was found to be clean. There is adequate lighting/ventilation in the bathroom area. LPA observed the menu posted near the entrance. The facility has a food service program that delivers the food to the school. each day. No food preparation is completed at the school. The facility has one or more functioning fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors that meet statutory requirements. At least one person was observed to be trained in CPR and Pediatric 1st Aid. First Aid supplies were inventoried and available. LPA reviewed the Fire Drill log which was found to be current. Children and staff files were reviewed and complete Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations, no deficiencies are cited. LIC9102 was issued regarding maintaining the cleanliness of the facility. 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 tool, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov For additional information regarding the inspection and its tool and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforresources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process Facility Representative was reminded that all adults 18 and persons who provide care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed facility representative of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment Incidental Medical Services(IMS) was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual-Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing 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/child1qanda.htm Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. To receive important licensed-related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Kirstin Mcduffie.