Routine inspection·September 26, 2024

On 09/26/2024 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alemoh met with the facility Director, Melanie Long for the One Year Required inspection for the preschool license in accordance with the facility sketch. A tour of the facility was conducted. Upon arrival LPA observed 0 preschool children with the director and staff #1 on the premises. The hours of operation are 8:30AM - 12:00PM Monday - Friday. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. There are no bodies of water on the premises. Indoor/Children\342\200\231s Area: Child care center is clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair; all outdoor and indoor passageways, stair ways, incline, ramps, open porches and other areas of potential hazard are kept free of obstruction; floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean, cleaning compounds inaccessible(stored in a locked cabinet above the changing table), poisons locked, furniture/equipment is good condition, free of flies, other insects, rodents; tables/chairs provided to meet children\342\200\231s needs; all play equipment and materials used by children are age-appropriate, each child has an individual permanent or portable storage space (cubby, individually labelled with name ) for his/her clothing, personal belongings and or bedding (stored separately). There is a working telephone. LPA observed extra classroom materials in the six cabinets. There is a sink in the classroom with two faucets, per director the sink is used for the children to wash their hands. Trash cans for solid waste have tight fitting lids, drinking water is readily available indoors and outdoors (Drinking water is available inside the center in the form of water bottles). All materials and surfaces are toxic free are inaccessible, no fireplace. There is a working Carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector and Fire Extinguisher (2A10BC reading in the green zone tested regularly). Staff/Personnel Records: Director (qualified) qualifications were verified, Designation of Responsibility observed, immunization's, TB clearance, health screening, criminal record statement, statement acknowledging suspected child abuse and mandated reporter were observed in file. Facility Records: Roster, fire/disaster drill log last completed on 08/30/2024 at 11:10am. Earthquake drill was conducted on September 18th. CPR/First Aid, and mandated report training were reviewed. Posting Requirements: Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty. The following were observed posted as required: facility license, Personal Rights (LIC613A), Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster (PUB 394L), emergency disaster plan, earthquake preparedness checklist. Documents Provided and or Discussed: Forms and records to keep at the facility and IMS. Advisory/Other: First Aid kit was observed with supplies (thermometer) readily available in the classroom area. CPR/First Aid expires on 04/25. Mandated Reporter Training expires on 08/25/25 Electrical outlets are inaccessible, recalled and or prohibited toys or sleep/play equipment were observed on the premises. There are no window cords accessible to children. Sign in and out sheets were reviewed. The parent board was reviewed and has all of the required forms posted. Fire/earthquake drills current. Roster current. Restrooms: LPA inspected and observed 3 toilets and 3 sinks. LPA observed soap, toilet paper and paper towels readily available. Water temperature is appropriate. There is an isolation area for children who become ill while in care located near the front entrance, facility maintains a comfortable temperature at all times, first aid supplies (thermometer, bandages, scissors), sign in/out sheets (Electronically and manually) available and completed daily. No Smoking prohibited on the premises, daily inspection for illness, ill children are placed in the office for pickup. No prohibited child care items observed. Firearms/weapons are not allowed or stored on premises. There is no body of water on the premises. Napping: Per director statements there is no napping at the day care due to the hours of operation. Outdoor: The facility has one playground area for the preschool children. Outside play area is completely fenced all around. Outdoor play equipment was inspected for health, safety, good repair and age appropriateness. There is a play structure on the premises with rubber matting to support. The area was observed to be free of debris, free from hazard, holes, broken items, debris, cushioning material underneath. No bodies of water were observed. There is an umbrella for shade and rest. Preschool children have their own personal water bottles as well as disposable cups. LPA observed a storage shed for outdoor play that is master locked. Outside front entrance was observed to be locked, along with a cameras around the property. Teacher child ratios were observed and staff name recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Health Related Services: Medications inaccessible to children; all prescription and non-prescription medications have child\342\200\231s name and are dated; written consent and instruction from child\342\200\231s representative, a plan to document and report to child\342\200\231s representative when medication is administered to a child; IMS plan on file (if applicable). Medications stored in a locked box in the off-limits kitchen area. Children are inspected for illnesses (wellness policy) as they arrive. A review of medication policy indicated that prescription medication is administered only with parent's written permission (licensing medication form- LIC9221 - also used). LPA advised the Director must administer medication, and document the dosage, date and time onto a log. Medication can be brought and taken home by the parent daily. Medication will be properly labeled and stored in its original container. 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 \342\200\223 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/childquanda.htm Food Service: The kitchen area is off-limits with a safety gate. The facility currently does not have a food program. The School Day Cafe delivers the food to the facility such as such as AM snack, and PM snack. LPA inspected the kitchen where food is prepared and observed the food menu. Director advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents . Licensee informed to utilize the Unusual Incident Report/Injury Report LIC624B when submitting the report to the department (email address on the website: www.unusualincidentreport@dss.ca.gov ). A report shall be made to the department by telephone or fax during the department's normal business hours before the close of the next working day following the occurrence during the operation of family day care home. In addition, a written report shall be submitted to the department within seven days following the occurrence of any events specified above. Director 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. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or agent of the Department shall, upon presentation of proper identification, shall inspect the facility. Director shall permit the Department to inspect the family child care home, and to privately interview children or staff, to determine compliance with or to prevent violations of child care center or regulations, also enter and inspect any place providing personal care, supervision and services at any time, with or without advance notice, to secure compliance with, or to prevent a violation. 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. No deficiency. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Melanie Long. This report was read and provided to Director Melanie Long , along with her appeal rights and Notice of Site Visit.