Routine inspection·June 1, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Denise Gibbs conducted an unannounced annual required inspection at the above facility on 6/1/23 at 12:30 PM. LPA met with Monica Williams, Facility Representative (FR) who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. There were 16 children and two staff present when LPA arrived. This is a full day preschool program, operating 8:00AM to 2:19PM. Facility is on the campus of 107th St Elementary in Room K-4. All individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption as a condition of employment with the Los Angeles Unified School District. Facility will be on Summer vacation, 6/9-8/15/23. LPA toured Classroom K-4. Classroom furniture was in good condition, free of loose, sharp and/or pointed parts. The floors and surfaces in the classrooms were clean and safe. Water is made readily available by via operable water fountain and water bottles brought from home and provided by facility. LPA observed extra water bottles on hand in the classroom. Children have cubbies to store personal belongings. LPA observed children napping on mats. Sheets are provided by the facility and washed weekly. Parents provide blankets and take them home weekly to wash. Per FR there are currently no children with medication. Facility has completed required water lead testing. Lead exceedance found has been corrected. Posting of lead results LPA toured the children\342\200\231s restrooms located inside preschool classroom. LPA observed a waiver on file for shared restroom. Preschool shares restroom with a Transitional Kindergarten class (ETK). Restrooms were observed to be safe and sanitary with operable sinks and toilets. LPA toured the outdoor play area. Outdoor area was observed to have age appropriate toys and material for children, free of loose, sharp, and/or pointed parts. LPA observed required cushioning under climbing structure to absorb fall. Shade was observed in the outdoor area via large trees and water was observed to be readily available via operable water fountains and fill stations. -------------------PAGE 1 Outdoor area is also used by the ETK program. Waiver on file for staggered play outdoors. LPA reviewed Sign In/Out sheets located in the classroom. All children were signed in with the date, time, and full signature of child's guardian. LPA reviewed required posted documentation located in the classroom, which included, Facility License, Publication (PUB) 393- Notification of Parent Rights, PUB 269- Child Passenger Restraint System and Licensing Form LIC 613A- Notification of Personal Rights. Staff was reminded that the Lunch/Snack Menu must be posted. Facility records were reviewed for 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form and (LIC) 610- Facility Disaster Plan. Disaster drill was last drill conducted 5/2023. All items were observed. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for Emergency Card with signed medical consent, Immunization Records, LIC 995 Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, LIC 701- Physician\342\200\231s Report, LIC 613A- Personal Rights, and signed Admissions Agreement. Two out of four files were missing Physician's report. All documents were observed. Staff records were reviewed at for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, Proof of immunization against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, Transcripts or Permit and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. Staff Two (S2) and S3 are missing mandated reporter training and immunization records. LPA observed the kitchen located on the elementary campus. Facility provides AM snack, Lunch and PM snack. Food is not cooked at the facility. Prepackaged food is delivered daily. Extra food is discarded. Kitchen was observed to be clean, free of litter, insects and rodents. Trash cans outdoors and in the kitchen have tight fitting lids for solid waste. Staff was reminded that is solid waste is thrown in the classroom, the trash cans need lids. Cleaning supplies are stored separate from the food. Carbon monoxide detector is wired with the facility smoke/fire alarm. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) : Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. When any IMS is ----------------------PAGE 2 provided, a plan for providing 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 Center and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm Based on the LPA\342\200\231s observations and records review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children\342\200\231s health & safety. 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/process . Facility representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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 licensed Family Child Care Home. 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. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility Representatives, Monica Williams. ----------------------PAGE 3