Routine inspection·February 9, 2023

On 2/09/2023 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA)Isabel Ortega met with facility Site Supervisor and Program Audit Compliance Supervisor and conducted an Annual random inspection. LPA toured and inspected the facility in accordance with the facility sketch. During inspection LPA observed 55 children and 12 staff providing care and supervision. Facility Operates in 10 classrooms referred to as Toddler Classrooms 1, 2, 3, 4 and Preschool classrooms 5, 6, 7,8, 9,10. Currently only classrooms 2, 3 and 4 Toddler and Classrooms 8 and 10 are being occupied. There are a total of 10 classrooms, two play yard and four sheds in the play yard(locked) and utilized for equipment storage and emergency supplies. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. LPA observed individual storage with children\342\200\231s name labeled for children's belongings. Each classroom has a filtered water dispenser with individual one-time disposable cups for children. During outdoor play children are provided with filtered water in an igloo container with disposable cups. An isolation area was inspected, which takes place in the module/kitchen area not use at the time. Children have the option for rest time and quiet time if needed. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair. Toilets flush properly; toilet and sinks are reachable by the children. Each restroom has adequate toilet paper, hand soap and paper towels available. Restrooms are cleaned, restocked of toiletries and sanitized by school facility\342\200\231s on-site custodian. Facility operates Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Facility provides Breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack. First Aid supplies, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide and fire extinguishers were observed and in operable condition. Smoke and carbon monoxide tested operating according to fire marshal standards. Trash cans with tight lids were observed by LPA. Food for the children is prepared in the center's kitchen daily. Food was inspected, and it was properly labeled, stored, and within expiration date. Refrigerator is clean and operating at the proper temperature. There is hot running water in the kitchen. The kitchen area is adequately equipped, clean, and free from hazards. Cleaning supplies are out of reach of children. Emergency Drills are conducted every sixth month last drill was conducted and documented on 1/27/2023 at 10:00 a.m. The fire extinguisher (2A10BC) is reading in green and meets the Fire Marshal codes and standards (last serviced 2022). Food allergies are noted and are posted in the food preparation area and in each classroom. The outdoor play area was inspected and observed to be free of hazards, loose, or sharp objects. Equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness. Climbing structures other play equipment were found to be securely anchored with adequate resilient cushioning material underneath and around the perimeter. Children are provided with filtered water (igloo container) disposable one time use cups during outdoor play. There is adequate shade area for rest. The playground is well fenced all around, and no bodies of water observed in the outdoor play area. There are four sheds on the play area utilized for equipment and storage (maintained locked). Facility maintains adequate teacher child ratio. Care and supervision were evaluated and determine basic needs of children are appropriate and are being met. The parent board was reviewed and has all the required forms posted accessible to parents. Children's records were reviewed for completeness. Health History, Emergency contact and Medical Exams; Immunization Records are all in the children's file. The facility roster was up to date and all staff have been fingerprinted and association to the designated license number. Directors and teachers are currently certified in Pediatric CPR/First Aid which expires until 08/18/2024. Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter(AB1207) training is dated 08/29/2022. The following Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. 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 All staff are required to take 3-hour Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter training every 2 years. www.mandatedreporterca.com . Upon hired date all staff are required to be immunized and show proof of immunization records according to Title 22 regulations. Beginning on January 1, 2018, Assembly Bill 1207 (2015) requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. Applicants must meet requirements as a precondition to licensure. New employees shall have 90 days from date of employment to complete training as required. The training may be conducted at the following website www.mandatedreporterca.com . Director is aware self and all staff are mandated child abuse reporters and have the responsibility of reporting any suspected child abuse to the Child Abuse Hotline at (800) 540-4000. For additional information and forms visit our website at: www.cdss.ca.gov For updates on Community Care Licensing please visit the following website at: Childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov https://ccld.childcarevideos.org/ A copy of this report must be made available to the public for 3 years. Per Title 22 Regulations facility is in compliance, no deficiency will be issued today. An exit Interview was conducted with facility staff. A copy of this Report, a Notice of Site Visit and appeal rights were provided on this day.