Routine inspection·February 8, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rita Ramos conducted an unannounced required 1 year inspection to the above facility on 02/08/22. Upon arrival LPA met with Staff#1 who provided a tour of the facility. There were 21 napping children with Staff #1 and Staff #2 upon arrival. LPA was later met by Licensee, Yolanda Lopez. This is a preschool program that has 2 classrooms. The facility operates from Monday through Friday and is open from 6:30AM to 6PM. Upon arrival the following were present: Room #1; Staff #1 with 13 napping children and Room #2: Staff #2 with 8 napping children. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Storage for children's belongings, isolation area for ill children were inspected . Cots/mats for napping were observed and linens are washed weekly. Availability of drinking water was observed indoors. Appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, paper towels, and general sanitation. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other dangerous items to children, were inaccessible. Licensee states that there are no poisons stored at the facility. One of the carbon monoxide detector at the facility was observed and tested to ensure that it was operable. LPA advised Licensee to have the carbon monoxide detectors installed in an area in which staff and Licensee can have access to testing it and or inspecting it to ensure that it does not expire and it is operable. Licensee pointed out to a detector that was too high up on the ceiling out of reach. Menus were posted. Food and snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. Food preparation areas were toured for safety, cleanliness and proper equipment.---Pg 1 of 3 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 Outdoor equipment was inspected for age appropriateness, safety, cushioned material to absorb a fall, and good repair. Shade, drinking water and fencing were inspected. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water. Teacher child ratios were observed, and staff names recorded. Care and supervision were evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Staff#1 was questioned to establish their familiarity of emergency reporting requirements, emergency disaster plans and other site operations. LPA was informed by Staff #1 and Licensee that the facility Director is currently on leave and Staff #1 has been designated since the end of June of 2021 until the end of February of 2022 as standing Director. In review of posted forms and Staff #1's file LPA observed that Staff #1 does not have an LIC 308 Designation of Facility Responsibility in their file or posted. In addition, Staff #1 does not have proof of taking the Department's certificate training on Operations and Records Keeping. Licensee and Staff #1 confirmed that there is no LIC 308 for Staff #1 nor was the training taken. Sign in and out sheets were reviewed. This facility utilizes an electronic sign-in and out procedure. All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic-free. There are no firearms stored on the premises. There are no pools or bodies of water at the facility. ----Page 2 of 3 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. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857. LPA also reviewed staff records. The review of Staff records was documented on the LIC 859. Staff present did have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. Staff present did have proof against TB, measles, pertussis, and influenza. Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 01/20/22. LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov 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 The following deficiency listed on the attached deficiencies page is being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Yolanda Lopez. ---Page 3 of 3