Routine inspection·August 31, 2023

On 8/31/2023 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Isabel Ortega met with Program Director Estela Diaz and conducted an Annual Random inspection. LPA toured and inspected the facility in accordance with the facility sketch. During inspection LPA observed 40 children and 15 staff providing care and supervision. Facility operates in five classrooms referred to as classroom the Green Room, Purple Room, Red Room, Blue Room, and Yellow Room. There are a total of five classrooms, one large playground and 2 sheds on the side yard utilized for storage, equipment, and emergency supplies (inaccessible to children- gated). There is an underground pool (black metal fence over 5 feet and self-latching gate) meeting Title 22 regulations. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, AC, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. LPA observed individual storage for children's belongings. An isolation area was inspected, which takes place in the main office. Children have the option for rest time and quiet time if needed. Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair. Toilets flush properly; toilet and sinks are reachable by the children. Each restroom has adequate toilet paper, hand soap and paper towels available. Restrooms are cleaned, restocked of toiletries, and sanitized by staff daily and as needed. Children are provided with cots for nap time and parents bring sheets and blankets for children and are taken home every Friday for wash. Facility operates Regular hours Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Facility participates in the Food Nutrition program and provides breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack for children enrolled. Food allergies are noted in the classroom and kitchen. The menu is posted in each classroom kitchen area and front office. Facility had all the required posted documents: Facility License, Notice of Parent's Rights Poster, Emergency Disaster Plan, and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist. First Aid supplies, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide and the fire Extinguisher(2A10BC) is reading in green (serviced on 09/01/2022) and meets the Fire Marshal codes and standards all were observed and in operable condition. Emergency Drills are conducted every sixth month last drill was conducted and documented on 07/24/2023 at 10:00 a.m. Trash cans with tight lids were observed. Food was inspected, and it was properly labeled, stored, and within expiration date. Refrigerator is clean and operating at the proper temperature. The kitchen area is adequately equipped, clean, and free from hazards. There is hot water in the kitchen area. Cleaning supplies are out of reach of children. The outdoor play area was inspected and observed to be free of hazards, loose, or sharp objects. Equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair, and age appropriateness. Climbing structures other play equipment were found to be securely anchored with adequate resilient cushioning material underneath and around the perimeter. Children are provided with non-contaminated water, individual water pitchers and/or igloos with disposable cups are available for indoor and outdoor use. Children have the option to bring their own water bottles from home and refilled from the water dispenser. Facility provided sample of analysis sample water collected on 1/28/2021 and results for lead were provided on 2/05/2021 with less than 1 ppb which is less than the 5.5 ppb allowed. The playground is well fenced all around. There is adequate shade area for rest. Children are provided with water from an igloo container filled with filtered water during outdoor play. Facility maintains adequate teacher child ratio. Care and supervision were evaluated and determine to meet the basic needs of children. The parent board was reviewed and has all the required forms posted accessible to parents. Children's records were reviewed for completeness. Health History, Emergency contact and Medical Exams; Immunization Records are all in the children's file. The facility roster was up to date and all staff have been fingerprinted and association to the designated license number. Directors and teachers are currently certified in Pediatric CPR/First Aid which expires until 06/10/2024. Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter (AB1207) training is dated 03/21/2023. The following Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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 All staff are required to take Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter training every 2 years. www.mandatedreporterca.com . Upon hired date all staff are required to be immunized and show proof of immunization records according to Title 22 regulations. Beginning on January 1, 2018, Assembly Bill 1207 (2015) requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. Applicants must meet requirements as a precondition to licensure. New employees shall have 90 days from date of employment to complete training as required. The training may be conducted at the following website www.mandatedreporterca.com . Director and Administrator is aware all staff are mandated child abuse reporters and are required to any suspected child abuse to the Child Abuse Hot-line at (800) 540-4000. For additional information and forms visit our website at: www.cdss.ca.gov For updates on Community Care Licensing please visit the following website at: Childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov https://ccld.childcarevideos.org/ A copy of this report must be made available to the public for 3 years. Per Title 22 Regulations facility is in compliance, no deficiency will be issued today. An exit Interview was conducted with facility Program Director Estela Diaz. A copy of this Report, a Notice of Site Visit and appeal rights were provided on this day. A copy of this report must be made available to the public for 3 years.