Routine inspection·June 14, 2024

On 06/14/24 licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mary Silva conducted an unannounced annual inspection. Upon arrival LPA met with Program Director Rachel Cordova. LPA was led on a tour of the facility. This is a State Preschool program which consists of two classrooms. Per director, there are currently 26 enrolled in the program. This facility operates Monday-Friday from 7:00am-5:00pm. The facility is located adjacent to United Methodist Church. Licensing staff observed all required forms/publications to be posted by the front entrance. Snack menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request. Facility provides breakfast, lunch and am/pm snacks. PHYSICAL PLANT: All areas were identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following classrooms were inspected: Room # 1: 17 children and 3 staff, Room #2 is currently not used due to low enrollment, no children or staff were observed. Staff names were recorded. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher during tour. Napping equipment (mats/cots) and bedding were inspected for good condition, appropriate storage, and cleanliness . Children take their blankets/sheets home to wash weekly . Storage for children's belongings were inspected. All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. First Aid supplies are available and complete. Drinking water was readily available indoors via water dispenser. At this time, the office is used as an isolation area, a cot is made available for an ill child to rest and the restroom in room #2 will be used if needed. ______________________________Page 1__________________________ Licensing staff observed disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Classroom furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All floors are clean and safe. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Licensing staff observed the valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually. Facility has a functioning carbon monoxide and smoke detector that meets statutory requirements. Director states there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises. OUTDOORS: At 9:35am, licensing staff reviewed the outdoor play area. Outdoor 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. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Drinking water is readily available outdoors. The Director states that there are no bodies of water on the premises and LPA did not observe any bodies of water during this visit. FACILITY RECORDS: Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. Facility utilizes electronic device, program Care Connect to track attendance. Disaster drills have been conducted at least every six months. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. Licensing staff also reviewed staff records. The review of Staff records was documented on the LIC 859. Staff present had current proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. Staff present had proof against TB, measles, pertussis, and influenza. www.mandatedreporterca.com Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed for completeness; Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857. ____________________________________Page 2____________________________ Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . 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/ . 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 childcare 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 21-21.1-CCP). Facility conducted the lead contamination test on 01/25/2023. Facility representative 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. 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 representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. ______________________________Page 3__________________________________ Based on the LPA\342\200\231s observations and records reviews, no deficiencies are 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. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Appeal rights given. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Program Director Rachel Cordova. ____________________________________Page 4______________________