Routine inspection·August 30, 2023

On 08/30/2023Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Doris Whitmore made an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a required I year inspection. LPA met with Myra Zaragoza Center Director and toured the facility indoors and outdoors. LPA observed proper care and supervision during this inspection. LPA observed 14 children with proper teacher/child ratios. There was a total of 4 staff at the time of the visit. All center staff that was present during today\342\200\231s visit has criminal record clearances and are associated to the designated license number. Facility hours of operation are 7:30a.m.- 3:30p.m. Monday- Friday. LPA observed all postings requirements for operation on the postings board LIC203A- License, LIC610A-Emergency Disaster Plan, LIC9148- Earthquake Preparedness Checklist, PUB394-Notification of Parents Rights Poster, LIC613A- Personal Rights, PIB-269- Car Seat Law, Menus, Activity Schedule, Roster. LPA reviewed a total of 4 staff files. The facility obtained current pediatric/ CPR for two staff and Mandated Reporting Training Certificates were current. LPA reviewed a total of four children files. There was only one file missing the physicians report. LPA observed operable carbon monoxide/smoke detectors, fully charged fire extinguishers and First Aid Kits. The LPA Reviewed documentation when items were tested 08/05/23.Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. Napping equipment were observed to be clean and good condition. Storage for children\342\200\231s belongings, with 2 operable sinks and toilets. A sufficient supply of toilet paper, soap, paper towels, was observed. Isolation area was inspected and located in the office. Drinking water is readily available and trash cans with tight fitting lids were outside observed in the classrooms. Sign in/out were reviewed and facility roster. Documentation of current Fire & Earthquake drill was observed. The outdoor area was inspected. Playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. LPA did not observe any debris or hazards that would pose an immediate risk to children in care. LPA observed an age-appropriate equipment. LPA observed other educational materials for children to utilize. No bodies of water were observed. Shade areas were observed, and water is readily available. Pg1 Breakfast /Snack/lunch menus were posted. Meals are delivered daily from the main kitchen in Van Nuys. Food and snack items are properly stored. Food preparation area was toured. The kitchen area which is made inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed the kitchen to be clean and equipped with a sufficient supply for meals. There were no cleaning compound compounds stored with the utensils. The facility serves breakfast, lunch, and snack. Proper food storage was observed. Food and snack items are properly stored. Allergy list posted in each classroom and the kitchen. Currently there are no children on medication. Myra Zaragoza 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. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1- CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. 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/ Myra Zaragoza was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care 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. Pg2 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 . Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Center Director Myra Zaragoza. There are no deficiencies. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Page3