Routine inspection·July 25, 2024

On Thursday, July 25, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Staicy Perry conducted an unannouned annual inspection and met with Director of Administrative Operations Tina Harris as well as Iise Faye Head of School, who guided LPA Perry on a tour of the facility. Per Director of Administrative Operations Tina Harris stated that director is currently out this week on vacation. This facility operates on a school campus. Parents and visitors must ring doorbell prior to entering the facility. This is a preschool program which consists of 4 classrooms: RM 112 Caterpillars, RM 113 Busy Bees, RM 114 Lions and RM 115 Bears. Facility operation hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Summer is M-F 9:00am-4:00pm. Per Director of Administrative Operations summer started on June 24, 2024, and is until August 2, 2024. School will be closed August 5, 2024, and reopen on August 28, 2024. Reporting requirements explained. This facility has a capacity of 43 children: preschool children ages 2 through 6 years. Sign in and out takes place at the main entrance area with an application called ProCare with a signature. LPA reminded Administrators to have a backup for emergencies. All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors. Teacher and child ratio were observed, and present staff are fingerprinted cleared. LPA entered Lions classroom. LPA Perry observed 0 children and 0 staff present. LPA 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 cubbies for children to store their personal belongings. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored inside a basket that is made inaccessible to the children. LPA Perry observed trash bin with lid. LPA entered Bears classroom. LPA Perry observed 0 children and 0 staff present. LPA 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 cubbies for children to store their personal belongings. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored inside a basket that is made inaccessible to the children. LPA Perry observed trash bin with lid. LPA entered Caterpillars classroom. LPA Perry observed 0 children and 0 staff present. Per Administrator classroom is closed due to summer and low enrollment. LPA entered Busy Bees classroom. LPA Perry observed 0 children and 0 staff present. Per Administrator classroom is closed due to summer and low enrollment . Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA Perry. LPA observed central AC/heater and vents located on the ceiling. LPA observed the thermostats located in classrooms and temperatures to be between 70-71 degrees. LPA observed the fire extinguishers located in classrooms and the valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged and serviced on 1/26/24. 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 observed the dual smoke and carbon monoxide detector is located inside and in operable condition. The last emergency drill was conducted on 2/7/24. LPA observed napping equipment cots to be in good condition and stored in the classrooms. First aid kit supplies are kept inside the classrooms and LPA observed the kits to be complete. During this visit, Administrator, stated currently has no children with medication or severe food allergies. LPA Perry asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. Administrator stated no firearms, weapons, nor poisons on the premises. Administrator did state the school has a swimming pool. LPA observed a swimming pool located in the middle of the school. LPA did not observe firearms or weapons nor poisons. Pictures with measurements were obtained. LPA observed the self-latching gate, to swing away from the pool, and the latch measured no more than one (1) inch from the top of the gate. The rod iron fence measures five (5) feet in height with no noticeable gaps or openings exceeding more than four (4) inches. When the pool is not in use or after hours, the school has a pool cover from Pool Saver and is locked with a padlock. The pool is 49 by 20 feet and is 3 1/2 feet deep on both ends and 7 \302\275 in the middle. Administrator stated the ill isolation area takes place in the main office and children will utilize staff restroom. Lions and Bears classroom share restroom. LPA Perry observed the restrooms to not be in good condition with working toilets, sinks, hand soap dispenser and paper towels. LPA observed a total of 2 toilets, 1 urinal and 3 hand washing sinks. LPA observed sink area to have layers of tape. Per administrator, construction will begin when summer ends since the facility will be closed for 2 weeks. During that time sink will be replaced. LPA obtained documentation of work being done. Technical given. Declaration obtained. LPA Perry entered the outdoor play area. LPA Perry observed 1 shed closed.LPA Perry 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 Perry 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. For adequate shade, LPA Perry observed a shade owning. LPA observed the playground yard to be fenced and the side gates closed and has a latch. LPA observed trash bins with lids. For outdoor water drinking, staff bring out children\342\200\231s water bottles. This program provides snacks only during summer session only. Lunch is provided by parents or parents have an option to purchase lunch through the facilities on site kitchen. During school months facility provides snacks and on site kitchen optional lunch. LPA Perry informed Administrator 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 Perry observed children's personal water bottles inside the classrooms. LPA observed the food preparation area to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin and storage containers for solid waste, including movable bins with tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Lead testing was conducted on 6/13/23 and 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 Perry reviewed the children\342\200\231s roster, children\342\200\231s files and were observed to be complete. LPA reviewed staff files and observed the files to be complete. LPA Perry observed directors Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification on file, Preventative Health and Safety certification on file and has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, and Influenza declination. Director has completed the mandated reporter (AB 1207) training on file and up to date. Director was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com Items discussed during this visit: 1. The following items are prohibited by Licensing: Refused Entry to a Facility or Any Part of a Facility is a violation of Section 1596.852, 1596.853 or 1597.09. Regulations 101238 (g) (2), The Presence of an Excluded Individual, Fire Clearance Violations, Accessible Bodies of Water, Accessible Firearms, Ammunition or Both 2. Breakfast/Lunch/Snack Menus: Menus are required to be posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days must also be available upon request. 3 . Current Children\342\200\231s Roster: Each childcare facility shall maintain a current roster of children who are provided care in the facility. The roster shall include the name, address, and daytime telephone number of the child's parent or guardian, and the name and telephone number of the child's physician. This roster shall be available to the l icensing agency upon request . 4 . LIC 311A - Records to be Maintained at the Facility: LPAs advised that forms, regulations, and quarterly updates can be accessed on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . 5 . Pediatric First Aid and CPR: At least one person trained in Pediatric First Aid and CPR and EMSA approved must be present. 6 . Designated Staff: The name of the childcare center director or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director's absence must be on file. 7.Qualifications: Educational background, training, and/or experience for each staff present must be available for review 8. Immunization Requirements: Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or influenza declination 9. Children\342\200\231s Records: must be available for review; including but not limited to, the following: Name, address, and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary. 10 . Staff Records: must be available for review; background clearance, LIC 503 Health Screening report, LIC 9108 Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, Staff Qualifications, LIC 9050 Employee Rights, LIC 501 Personnel Record, AB 1207 Mandated Child Abuse Certification, MMR, TDAP, TB, influenza or influenza declination. Criminal Record Clearance - Administrator 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. 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 child care 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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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) 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-care-centers/ . MyChildCarePlan.org \342\200\223Administrator was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care 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 . Facility was in compliance with Title 22 regulations. No deficiency cited. Notice of Site Visit - 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 with Head of School,Ilse faye .