Routine inspection (3-year)·April 18, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alicia Mooberry conducted an unannounced Required 3 year inspection. LPA met with Director Eduardo Villeda who guided analyst on tour of the facility. This is a preschool program serving up to 48 children. The facility operates Monday \342\200\223 Friday from 7:00 AM \342\200\223 6:00 PM. The entrance to the facility is locked and parents enter using a code. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. LPA observed the following classroom ratios: Room 1 (Caterpillars) 15 children and 3 staff; Room 2 (Butterflies) 16 children and 3 staff. LPA observed teacher-child ratios in compliance and all staff have the required fingerprint clearances at this time. LPA observed telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation to be satisfactory. Children have adequate cubby storage for their belongings. Napping mats are stored appropriately with bedding removed. Parent and authorized representatives provided sheets and blankets and take them home to be laundered weekly. LPA observed filtered drinking water with drinking cups readily available in the classrooms. Age-appropriate restrooms, sinks and toilets were inspected for good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, safety and sanitation. All available toilets and sinks are in operable condition. LPA reminded Director, Ed Villeda to always store items such as hand sanitizer, cleaners and similar items in inaccessible areas or locked cabinets. The indoor classrooms have surfaces that appear to be clean and safe and there are age-appropriate toys and reading material for children to use. There are first aid supplies in each classroom. Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors are present in the classrooms. Hazardous items including medicine and cleaning compounds are stored in inaccessible areas such as high cabinets and inaccessible office cabinets. The lobby is used as an isolation area for ill children and there is a separate bathroom available for the children when they are sick. Page 1 - Report Continues The outdoor play area is enclosed with exit gates are at least four feet high with alarms that sounds when gates are opened. Areas around and under climbing equipment have mats and grass to cushion a fall. All play equipment, toys, materials and surfaces accessible to children appear to be age appropriate and toxic free. Meal and Snack menus are posted at least one week in advance and are visible to an authorized representative. The facility provides Breakfast, AM and PM snacks and lunch is provided by an outside vendor. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity, expiration dates and appropriateness for children in care. LPA observed the snack storage area (kitchen) appear to be in sanitary condition. LPA informed Site Supervisor to constantly assess best by dates on food items. LPA observed drinking water available (indoors and outdoors) and trash receptacles have tight fitting covers. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are locked and/or inaccessible. The facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors that meet statutory requirements. LPA observed fire extinguishers in each classroom and in kitchen with service tag dated 10/9/23. LPA reviewed sign in and sign out sheets in each classroom to ensure children are being properly signed in and signed out by the authorized representative. All children present were signed in during visit. Children's Records were reviewed for completeness and to ensure children have proper forms such as Identification and Emergency forms, Immunization records, Health History, Personal Rights, Parents Rights etc. on file. The children's roster was available and current. Staff Records were reviewed to ensure the following: Criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption, education credits, current CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices, proof of immunization against pertussis and measles and influenza and/or flu declination, Mandated Reporter training, LPA observed all classroom staff present have a current EMSA approved pediatric CPR/1st Aid (Expiration March 2025) . Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretation and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/ (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 . Mandatory forms for the children\342\200\231s files and staff files, requirements for fire drills, earthquake drills (last drill March 2024) and documentation were discussed. Role and responsibilities of being a Mandated Reporter were reviewed. LPA advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. All staff has completing General Mandated Reporter training, the Director was advised to complete the Child Care Provider training (AB1207). LPA informed Director to log onto web site www.ccld.ca.gov to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates. Records for all children and staff must be maintained for three (3) years after separation from the facility. Report Unusual Incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian immediately and to Child Care Licensing within 24 hours and/or the next business day. Visit www.shotsforschool.org for immunization information. All care for children require supervision at all times. If away from the facility, staff must be with children at all times (especially when outdoors). Facility Representative 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. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed and in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. There were no violations cited as a result of this inspection. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/ tion-process . Notice of Visit was provided and posted on public location. Exit interview was conducted with Director and a copy of Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) was discussed and provided