Routine inspection·February 1, 2023

An unannounced Required \342\200\223 1 Year Inspection was conducted on 02/01/2023 at 9:30 AM by Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Katrina Chicote and Franchesca White. LPA announced purpose of visit and was granted entry to facility by Valerie Lopez, Director . Facility is currently licensed for a capacity for 31, per Director they currently have 24 enrolled. The program currently operates Monday thru Friday from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM . There is a School Age program operating at the same facility, License # 198007464. LPA observed separate entrances for each program at time of inspection. LPA was taken on a guided tour of the facility of both indoors and outdoors. LPA observed required postings in entrance lobby. At the initial start of the site visit, there is a total census of 23 children and a total census of five teachers present. The facility is made up of three classrooms: Preschool Room, 3s Room, and 2s Room . Beginning at 9:47 AM, furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair in each classroom. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. LPAs did not observe children inside classrooms as all children were playing outside during inspection. There were cubbies observed as storage for children's belongings in each classroom. LPAs observed child size tables and chairs well maintained in each classroom. LPAs observed shelves with art materials, dramatic play toys, and other age appropriate toys free of loose and sharp parts at time of inspection. LPAs observed carpets and flooring to be free of hazards in each classroom at time of inspection. Cots were inspected, which LPAs observed stored in School Age program classroom. Per Director, linens are provided and washed by the facility weekly. Availability of drinking water was reviewed. Per Director, children bring their own personal water bottles which is refilled as needed by staff through the water filtration system in Kitchen. LPAs observed water filtration system in Kitchen at time of inspection. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, area safety and sanitation. LPAs observed Preschool Room and 2s Room to have access to their own bathrooms in classroom, Preschool Room has four toilets and two sinks, 2s Room has three toilets, three sinks, and a wall diaper changing table within arms reach of a sink. Per Director, these bathrooms are shared with the 3s Room. Report Continues - Page 1 of 4 A first aid kit is kept in each classroom and LPAs inventoried for necessary supplies . LPAs did not observe all necessary supplies in first aid kits at time of inspection. LPAs observed carbon monoxide detectors in each classroom and tested to be operable at time of inspection. LPAs observed smoke detectors are present in the facility and fire extinguishers have been serviced on 01/07/2023 . Disaster drill log was available and LPAs observed last drill conducted on 01/19/2023. LPAs observed sick/isolation area available. Hazardous items including poisonous cleaning compounds were stored inaccessible to children. LPAs observed these items be stored in high cabinets in classrooms and in Kitchen area which is off limits to children in care. Snack/lunch menus were reviewed and observed posted. Food and snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. At 9:59 AM, food preparation areas were toured for safety, cleanliness and proper equipment. LPAs observed Kitchen area to be free of clutter and well maintained at time of inspection. Per Director, facility serves Breakfast, AM Snack, Lunch, PM Snack, and a late PM Snack. LPAs observed meal time schedule posted. Beginning at 10:08 AM, outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age-appropriateness. Required shade and fencing were inspected. LPAs observed outside play area to be fully fenced with benches under shade available for children. LPAs observed two outside play areas available for children separated by a gate. LPAs observed all 23 children present outside with four staff (S1, S2, S3, and S4) at time of inspection. LPA observed two multi-level play structures in each play area with cushioning material below to absorb fall all well maintained at time of inspection. LPAs observed bicycles and other ride along toys available for children outside that are well maintained. LPAs observed barn storage shed with operable lock at time of inspection and rear storage area blocked with lattice fencing. At 10:10 AM, LPAs observed lattice fencing to be broken with sharp edges, which can be a potential health and safety risk to children in care. LPAs discussed observation with Director at time of inspection. LPAs advised that the children need to be within the direct care and supervision, including visual supervision of the teacher(s) at all times. The children have access to their water bottles during outside play. LPAs observed water bottles available outside during inspection. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water; no bodies of water observed at time of inspection. Report Continues - Page 2 of 4 Teacher-child ratios were observed and staff names recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Sign-in and out sheets and procedures were reviewed. LPAs observed all children signed in present at time of inspection. Personal Rights of children were observed by LPAs. At 10:45 AM, children and staff records were reviewed. Children and staff records were reviewed for completeness and documented on the LIC 857 and LIC 859. All staff present have criminal record clearance or exemption at facility. Some staff present have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. There is at least one staff member trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. CPR card expires on 05/2024 for Staff 1(S1) . Per Director, S6 is opening staff and S4 is closing staff. Per Director, no children currently required medication at the facility. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226.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 The following were discussed with the Director: Licensee (or facility representative) was reminded that all adults 18 and over in the facility, 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. Changes should be reported to the Department as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your location. LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . Report Continues - Page 3 of 4 LPA advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and to CCL within the time frame specified by the regulation. Based on this information, the following deficiencies on the attached LIC 809D 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. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) \342\200\223 must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site inspection by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee (or facility representative), Valerie Lopez. Report Ends - Page 4 of 4