Routine inspection (3-year)·November 3, 2023

On November 3, 2023, at 1:30 PM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Angelica Wallin and Warren Birks, conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection for the preschool license. During today\342\200\231s inspection, LPA met with program director Ke, and toured the facility indoors and outdoors. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM \342\200\223 4:00 PM. This facility consists of 2 classrooms and outdoor play area. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. Upon arrival, the following staff were present during this inspection: Room 1 with 3 staff and 6 preschoolers and Room 2 with 0 staff and 0 preschoolers. Per site supervisor, during nap time all children move to room 1. LPAs conducted census of children in care. Per site supervisor, 13 children present in facility. LPAs observed census of 6 children in care. Per site supervisor, some children get picked up after lunch. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. Facility maintains a ratio of one teacher supervising no more than 12 children in care. All children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. The following was observed during the tour of the facility: Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Linens are washed weekly by the facility on Fridays after nap timel. LPAs observed napping cots placed in classroom during nap time was not blocking emergency exits and had distance for accessible walkway for staff. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all classrooms. General sanitation was observed. Per site supervisor, drinking water is provided via facility provided store bought waterbottles. Per PIN 21-21-CCP lead testing to be conducted for all equipment used for drinking consumption. Per director, no water fountains used for consumption of water. Per LPM A. Chico, all water needs to be lead tested if used for food preparation and washing. Per site supervisor, no lead testing conducted. Per site supervisor, facility water is used for food preparation. A Type B citation issued. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Carbon monoxide detectors were observed and are operable. All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids or solid waste bags shall be discarded immediately after each meal. Per site supervisor, food is prepared at the facility. The facility provides breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack. Menus are posted outside each classroom one week in advance. All kitchen, food preparation, and storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All food is protected from contamination. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on and are in good repair. All floors were observed to be clean and safe. 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. Outdoor playground equipment is in a safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. There is adequate shade in the play yard. During inspection of outdoor play area, LPAs observed no gates or barriers blocking outdoor play area to main front entrance gate. LPAs observed front parking lot entrance gate unlocked and easily accessible to children in care from outdoor play area. Per site supervisor, children are educated not to go out facility front entrance or out of facility parking lot gate. LPAs advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time. Site supervisor, to complete LIC 855 written declaration form regarding plan of total supervision during outdoor play. Per children\342\200\231s record review, LPAs observed 2 children\342\200\231s files do not have complete LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment documentation. LPAs advised director that all children\342\200\231s files need to be maintained and updated and include the following documents: Admission Agreement, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, LIC 613-Personal Rights, LIC 702-Health History, and LIC 701 Physicians Report, and Immunization Records. A type B citation issued. Per staff record review, LPAs observed that staff\342\200\231s files do not have updated mandated reporter certificates for several staff. LPAs advised director that all staff files need to be maintained and updated and include the following documents: Education, LIC-501: Personnel Record, LIC 508- Criminal Record Statement, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, LIC 503- Health Screening, Proof of immunization against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, and LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse. A type B citation issued. LPAs informed site supervisor that at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid is present when children are at the facility or at offsite activities. Per record review, LPAs observed that director, Shelley Williams, has updated CPR and first aid certificate with expiration of 5/3/2025. LPAs advised director that the name of the child care center director or fully-qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director\342\200\231s absence has been reported to the Department. The person who signs the child in/out of the facility shall use their full legal signature and record the time of day. LPAs will conduct additional facility visit at a later date to review completed staff files. Director 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 LPA referred licensee to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. 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/ Director 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. Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-carelicensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication . 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 Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with director, Shelley Williams. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.