Routine inspection·October 6, 2023

On 10/06/2023 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Isabel Ortega met with facility Site Director Ruby Whitefield and conducted an Annual Random inspection. LPA toured and inspected the facility in accordance with the facility sketch. During inspection LPA observed 9 children in care and three staff providing care and supervision. Facility operates in one classroom referred to as the Preschool Center. Facility is located on Newhall District State Preschool- McGrath Elementary School premises. An isolation area was inspected, which takes place in three identified locations: Office room, or the main school lobby. Children have the option for rest time and quiet time if needed. Children are provided with cots for rest time. 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 by facility\342\200\231s on-site custodian. Facility operates two sessions Monday through Friday: A.M. session from 7:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. and P.M. session from 11:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. 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. Children are provided with individual water bottles for indoor and outdoor play. First Aid supplies, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide and fire extinguishers were observed and in operable condition. Smoke and carbon monoxide tested at 2:40 p.m. Trash cans with tight lids were observed. The center participates in a Food Nutrition Program and provides breakfast for the A.M. session and lunch for the P.M. session. 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 food preparation area, it is adequately equipped, clean, and free from hazards. Cleaning supplies are out of reach of children. Emergency Drills are conducted every month last drill was conducted and documented on 9/14/2023 at 11:15 a.m. The fire extinguisher (2A10BC) is reading in green(serviced on 6/15/2023)and meets the Fire Marshal codes and standards. Food allergies are noted if any and are posted in the food preparation area and in the classroom. Menu is posted in the classroom visible for parents on the parent broad and posted on the Parent Square app. a copy of the menu is available upon parent request. 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(LPA observed wood chips). Children are provided with individual water bottles. Facility retested the water for lead and results were provided to facility on 1/11/2023. Lead results are under the 5.5 ppb which is the allowable, therefore facility is in compliance. 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 is one shed 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. A review of the sign in/out sheet was conducted to verify the current census of children. 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. 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 the 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 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 in compliance, no deficiency will be issued today. An exit Interview was conducted, a copy of this Report, a Notice of Site Visit and appeal rights were provided to facility on this day. A copy of this report must be made available to the public for 3 years.