Routine inspection·July 30, 2024

On 7/30/2024 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Isabel Ortega met with Kenna Packard Director, and conducted an Annual Random Inspection. LPA toured and inspected the facility in accordance with the facility sketch. During inspection L PA observed 40 children in care and six staff providing care and supervision. Facility operates in 4 classrooms referred to as Room #1, Room #2, Room #3, and Room #4. There are a total of four classrooms, two playgrounds and two sheds maintained locked and utilized for equipment storage (in accessible to children). An isolation area was inspected, which takes place in the main office. Children have the option for rest time and quiet time if needed (cots are provided). Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair. Toilets flush properly; Each restroom has adequate toilet paper, hand soap and paper towels available. Restrooms are cleaned, restocked of toiletries, disinfected, and sanitized daily by staff and the on-site custodian will deep clean once a week. The furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and AC ventilation were evaluated. LPA observed individual storage for children's belongings. The classroom consists of filtered water in a water pitcher container for indoor and outdoor use. Children bring their own water bottles from home; facility also has individual disposable cups available when needed. Facility operates Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Facility provides two snacks; morning and afternoon snack for children enrolled. Parents provide lunch daily. Parents provide the fitted sheets and blankets, which are taken home every Friday for wash and returned on Monday. Facility has extra sheets and blankets which are washed once a week when needed. Facility has all the required posted documents: Facility License, Notice of Parent's Rights Poster, Emergency Disaster Plan, Child safety car seat and seat belt and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist. First Aid supplies, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide(dual) were observed to be operating properly. The fire extinguisher (2A10BC) is reading in green and meets the Fire Marshal codes and standards, last serviced on 5/06/2024. Trash cans with tight lids were observed. Food was inspected, and it was properly labeled, stored, and within expiration date. Refrigerator is clean and operating at the proper temperature. A refrigerator is adequately equipped, clean, and free from hazards. There is hot running water in the kitchen area. Cleaning supplies are out of reach of children. Emergency Drills are conducted every sixth month last drill was conducted and documented on 7/05/2024 at 10:00 a.m. Food allergies are noted and are posted in the kitchen 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. During outdoor play children have their personal individual water bottles from home and facility provides filtered water in a water pitcher container (disposable cups are available). Facility does not utilize water for drinking nor food preparation. LPA observed 5-gallon water jugs and a water dispenser according to facility children bring their own individual water bottles and children may refill their water bottles as needed. 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. 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 is currently certified in Pediatric CPR/First Aid which does not expire until 08/19/2025. Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter (AB1207) training is dated 08/14/2023. The following Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. Currently, this facility does not provide Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. In the event that a child with IMS is enrolled facility has a designated storage area for medication and equipment/supplies, and children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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-carecenters/ . All staff are required to take the Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter (AB1207) 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. 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 . According to facility documentation all staff are aware they are mandated child abuse reporters and have the responsibility of reporting any suspected child abuse to the Child Abuse Hot line 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/ Per Title 22 Regulations facility is complying with rules and regulation, and no deficiencies will be issued today. An exit Interview was conducted with Director. A copy of this Report, a Notice of Site Visit and appeal rights were provided on this day. A copy of this report must be made available to the public for 3 years. The Notice of site visit shall be visibly posted for 30 days.