Routine inspection·August 3, 2022

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Denise Gibbs conducted an unannounced annual required inspection at the above facility on 8/3/22 at 9:00 AM. LPA met with Norma Navarro, Facility Representative (FR) who guided analysts on a tour of the facility. There were 24 children, nine staff and two student volunteers present when LPA arrived. This is a preschool program which consists of two classrooms. Temporary COVID-19 hours for Preschool are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 9AM -12PM, morning session and 12:30-3:30 PM, afternoon session. Preschool program has make up hours for children Tuesday and Friday. The facility provides two half day programs for children with special needs who are referred by Regional Center. Facility houses and Infant Program, facility # 191805638 that is currently inactive. LPA toured all classrooms. Classrooms had furniture in good condition, free of loose, sharp and/or pointed parts. The floors and surfaces in the classrooms were clean and safe. LPA did not observe any tripping hazards. Water is made available via water pitchers and cups. Water is kept out children's reach due to facility providing services for children with special needs. Per FR, there are currently no children with medication. Children have cubbies to store personal belongings separate from each other. Children do not nap at facility because of the part time schedule. LPA toured the children\342\200\231s restrooms. Restrooms were observed to be safe and sanitary with operable sinks and toilets. Changing tables were within arm's distance to a sink. Outdoor area was observed to have age appropriate toys and material for children, free of loose, sharp, and/or pointed parts. LPA observed required cushioning under climbing equipment to absorb fall. Shade was observed throughout the outdoor area. Water pitchers and cups are taken outside for children. -----PAGE 1 LPA observed required posted documentation in the facility entrance and in each classroom, which included, Facility License, Publication (PUB) 393- Notification of Parent Rights, Licensing Form (LIC) 610- Facility Disaster Plan, PUB 269- Child Passenger Restraint System, and LIC 613A- Notification of Personal Rights and snack menu. All documents were observed. Facility records were reviewed for LIC 9040- Facility Roster, 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form, Daily schedule and Disaster drill log, last drill conducted on 2/7/22. FR was reminded that disaster drills must be conducted every six months. All documents were observed. Sign in/out sheets are located outside at the entrance of the facility. Due to COVID-19 precautions, parents are not entering the facility. All children present were signed in with date, time and full signature of the child's representative. LPA toured the kitchen. Facility provides AM and PM snack. Children bring lunch from home. Kitchen was observed to be clean, free of litter, insects and rodents. Trash cans for solid waste have tight fitting lids. Cleaning supplies are stored separate from the food. Per FR carbon monoxide detector is combined with facility fire alarm system. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for Licensing Form (LIC) 700 Emergency Card, Immunization Records, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995 Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, LIC 701- Physician\342\200\231s Report, LIC 613A- Personal Rights, and signed Admissions Agreement. All documents complete. Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification for at least one staff member on site, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, LIC 501- Personnel Record, LIC 503- Health Screening Report, LIC 508- Criminal Record Statement, Proof of immunization against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, Transcripts and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. Mandated Reporter training was missing from all staff files. During file review first aid and CPR certificates were observed to be expired for all staff. FR was able to print out current certificates after file review. During inspection all children were observed to be treated with dignity and respect, they were observed to be ----------------------PAGE 2 receiving safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment, and free from corporal and/or unusual punishment. LPA observed that facility is implementing COVID-19 precautions and procedures as recommended by the Department of Public Health. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) : Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 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 Center and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm Based on the LPA\342\200\231s observations and records review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) 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. 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process . Facility representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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 Family Child Care Home. 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. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility Representative, Debora Norma Navarro