Routine inspection (3-year)·March 14, 2024

On Thursday, March 14, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mayra Rivera conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with director Angelica Rodriguez who granted access and guided LPA Rivera on a tour of the facility. This is an infant program that serves children ages 0 to 2 years with a toddler component 18-36 months. This program operates Monday to Friday 7:00 a.m. \342\200\223 6:00 p.m. Sign in and out takes place at the main entrance area. Teacher and child ratio were observed, and present staff are fingerprinted cleared and at least one person present who is trained in pediatric first aid/CPR is present. At approximately 10:13 am. LPA entered the infant classroom. LPA Rivera observed 4 infants with staff #1, and 1 infant with staff #2 in the hallway. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored inside the sink cabinet with a childproof lock making it inaccessible for children to open. LPA observed the cribs to be in a separate room near the main entrance. LPA observed the cribs to be free from bumper pads, pillows, toys, blankets, hanging above items. LPA Rivera observed two step trash bins with a lid, one for diapers and one for trash. LPA observed the diapering changing table to be arm\342\200\231s length to the handwashing sink and a vinyl diapering mat. Per director Angelica, soiled clothing is not rinsed in the sink. It is placed in a plastic bag and sent home. Extra clothes are onsite. The vinyl mat is disinfected with water/bleach mixed solution. LPA observed children\342\200\231s personal items to be in individual bins. LPA also observed infant bottles and food to be labeled with names inside the fridge in their own individual bins. At approximately 10:25 am. LPA entered the infant 2 classroom. LPA Rivera observed 8 infants with staff # 3 and # 4 present. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored inside the sink cabinet with a childproof lock making it inaccessible for children to open LPA Rivera observed two step trash bins with a lid for diapers and one for trash. LPA observed the diapering Per director Angelica, soiled clothing is not rinsed in the sink. It is placed in a plastic bag and sent home. The vinyl mat is disinfected with water/bleach mixed solution. LPA observed children\342\200\231s personal items to be in individual bins. LPA also observed infant bottles and food to be labeled with names inside the fridge in their own individual bins. At approximately 10:34 am. LPA entered the toddler classroom. LPA Rivera observed 10 toddlers with staff # 5 and # 6 present. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored inside the blue LPA Rivera observed two step trash bins with a lid for diapers and one for trash. LPA also observed infant bottles and food to be labeled with names inside the fridge in their own individual bins. LPA Rivera observed restroom located in the toddler\342\200\231s classroom. LPA observed 1 toddler toilet and 1 handwashing sink. LPA observed the restroom to be in good condition and free from hazards. LPA also observed a diapering table to be arm\342\200\231s length to a handwashing sink. The vinyl mat is disinfected with water/bleach mixed solution. LPA observed children\342\200\231s personal items to be in individual bins. Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA Rivera. LPA observed central AC /heater and vents located on the ceiling. LPA observed the thermostat located in the hallway and the temperature to be at 70. LPA observed the fire extinguishers located in the hallways and the valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged and serviced on 8/9/2023. Smoke detectors were not tested during this visit due to the detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm system. The carbon monoxide detector is in the nap room and LPA Rivera tested and heard the sound and is operable. The last emergency drill was conducted on 2/22/2024. For the walking infants, LPA observed sleeping mats to be in good condition. First aid kits supplies are kept inside the classrooms and LPA observed the kits to be fully equipped with band aids, gauzes, adhesive bandages, and antiseptic wipes. During this visit, director Angelica stated currently has no children with medication or severe food allergies. LPA Rivera asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons or bodies of water. The director stated no firearms, weapons, no poisons nor bodies of water. LPA did not observe firearms or weapons, poisons, nor bodies of water. Director stated the ill isolation area takes place in the director\342\200\231s office and children utilize the staff restroom. Lead testing was conducted on 2/17/2023 and no lead exceedance. At approximately 10:47 a.m. LPA Rivera entered the outdoor play area. LPA Rivera observed the playground to be fenced all around and the gate that leads to the parking lot, closed with a self-latch. LPA Rivera observed the equipment to be in a safe condition, free of sharp, no lose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA Rivera observed play structure equipment to be age appropriate and areas around or under climbing equipment, are cushioned with artificial turf that may absorb a fall. For adequate shade, LPA Rivera observed 1 hip roof shade structure. LPA observed a trash bin with a lid. For outdoor water drinking, staff bring out water pitchers and children sippy cups. The outdoor play area is shared with infants and toddlers. LPA did not observe a waiver request to outdoor play area. LPA informed a waiver request must be submitted along with a staggered schedule to show that there is no commingling. This program provides snacks and meals parents have an option to provide the meals. If parents forget to bring the meal, director stated, facility will provide the meal. LPA Rivera informed director Angelica that any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. For water drinking, LPA Rivera observed water pitchers, bottles and sippy cups in the classrooms. LPA observed the food preparation area to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin and storage containers for solid waste, including movable bins with tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects and rodents. The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly area front lobby: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Menu, and PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule. LPA Rivera reviewed the children\342\200\231s roster, children\342\200\231s files, staff files, 15-minute sleep logs, and sign in/out sheets and observed 23 signed in signatures. LPA Rivera observed director Angelica Rodriguez Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification from American Red Cross dated 1/16/2023, Preventative Health and Safety with nutrition and lead component dated 7/15/2023-7/16/2023 and has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR and Influenza declination. Director has completed the mandated reporter (AB 1207) training dated 3/25/2023. Director was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com The following was also discussed with director: 1. The following items are zero tolerance by Licensing: Refused Entry to a Facility or Any Part of a Facility is a violation of Section 1596.852, 1596.853 or 1597.09. Regulations 101238 (g) (2), The Presence of an Excluded Individual, Fire Clearance Violations, Accessible Bodies of Water, Accessible Firearms, Ammunition or Both 2. Breakfast/Lunch/Snack Menus: Menus are required to be posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days must also be available upon request. 3. Current Children\342\200\231s Roster: Each childcare facility shall maintain a current roster of children who are provided care in the facility. The roster shall include the name, address, and daytime telephone number of the child's parent or guardian, and the name and telephone number of the child's physician. This roster shall be available to the licensing agency upon request. 4.LIC 125 Entrance Checklist provided, and LPA informed that forms, regulations and quarterly updates can be accessed on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . 5.Pediatric First Aid and CPR: At least one person trained in Pediatric First Aid and CPR and EMSA approved must be present. 6.Designated Staff: The name of the childcare center director or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director's absence must be on file. 7.Qualifications: Educational background, training, and/or experience for each staff present must be available for review. 8. Immunization Requirements: Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or influenza declination 9.Children\342\200\231s Records: must be available for review; including but not limited to, the following: Name, address and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary. 10. Staff Records: must be available for review; background clearance, LIC 503 Health Screening report, LIC 9108 Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, Staff Qualifications, LIC 9050 Employee Rights, LIC 501 Personnel Record, AB 1207 Mandated Child Abuse Certification, MMR, TDAP, TB, influenza or influenza declination. Director Angelica Rodriguez 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. 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. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA Rivera discussed the safe sleep regulations with director Angelica Rodriguez and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee Angelica Rodriguez of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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/ . Direct or Angelica Rodriguez formed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child c are by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies ( R&Rs) throughout California. 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 . This visit there were no deficiencies. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with director Angelica Rodriguez.