Routine inspection·August 29, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alicia Mooberry conducted an unannounced annual inspection on this date 8/29/23. Upon arrival at 10:00am LPA Mooberry met with Facility Representative (FR) Maricela Villavicencio, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected to ensure the safety of children and facility compliance with Title 22 Regulations. The facility serves 5 full-day classes. The hours of operation are from 8:00am - 4:30pm; Monday - Friday. Upon arrival, the following children and staff were present during this inspection: Classroom A: 17 children / 3 staff; Classroom B: 13 children with 2 staff; Classroom C: 11 children with 3 staff; Classroom D & E: 5 children with Staff 2 staff. Teacher child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher. The facility was observed to be within the license capacity and limitations. Staff have received criminal record clearance. The facility roster was up to date and emergency disaster drills were conducted on during August 2023. Emergency disaster plan is updated and reflected to the current year. Children's roster was reviewed and is current. The facility has electronic Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. The facility is able to print the sign in/out sheets as needed. Licensing documents are posted on bulletin board in hallway by front office and in each classroom. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair. General sanitation was observed. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Per FR, the isolation area is located in staff break room. Ill children use the Staff restroom by front office. --------Page 1 - Report Continues Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Children have individual cubbies to store their belongings. Napping equipment (cots) were observed labeled with child's name. Linens are replaced as needed and are taken home each week to be washed. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in all classrooms by filtered water dispensers and cups, children can bring bottled water. Per Site Supervisor, the facility DID NOT COMPLETE TESTING PRIOR TO THEIR DEADLINE, This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care. LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. LPA observed that there is a water fountains in the classrooms and in the hallway by the office. Per Site Supervisor, the faucets are not used for water consumption. Disinfectants and cleaning solutions were in cabinets inaccessible to children. Currently, there are no children that are taking medication. Director stated medication are maintained labeled with child's name and date in secure location in office. First Aid kits are available in both classrooms. Carbon monoxide and smoke detector was observed to be connected to the fire alarm. The 2A10BC fire extinguishers were observed in both classroom with the service tag indicating last inspected on 7/1/22. Outdoor playground equipment is in a safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. LPA observed the surface of the outdoor activity space has pieces of rubber surfacing is missing pieces to the top in multiple locations, which can pose a tripping hazard and potential risk to the health and safety of children in care. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic free. There are no firearms stored on the premises. There are no pools or bodies of water at the facility. Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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 Child Care Center. 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. Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857. Children's roster was reviewed. LPA also reviewed staff records. The review of Staff records was documented on the LIC 859. There is at least one person trained in EMSA approved CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. Page 2 - Report continues Menus were observed to be current, meals are provided vendor and delivered daily. the kitchen was observed to be clean and free of 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)/ (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 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 . The facility is cited 1 "B" deficiency in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) \342\200\223 must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. Exit interview conducted with the Maricela Villavicencio. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal Rights were discussed and a copy provided.