Routine inspection (3-year)·May 15, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Susann Sanchez conducted an unannounced Required 3 year inspection. LPA met with Anvar Jourabchi, Assistant Administrator & Akram Guivatchian Administrator who guided analyst on tour of the facility. This is a preschool program serving children ages. The facility operates Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 2:30pm. The entrance to the facility is locked and parents and visitors enter by using using a call/buzzer system. There is a school age program on the premises (#197419377). At 11:00am all areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The facility is situated in a one story building; there is an adjacent "main hall" and a rental property on the street side. The playground is situated in the side of the building and also it is part of the parking lot which wasn't being used for that purpose during this visit. According to the administrator that there are additional parking spots available for the property across from the street, and so, this parking lot will only be used as a playground for the children. This area was observed to be completely fenced in and there are no bodies of water observed. The preschool program utilizes a large classroom that leads to an open space with toilets and sinks. They play yard has separation between the areas to be used by the preschoolers versus the school age children. LPA observed telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation to be satisfactory. Children have adequate cubby storage for their belongings. Napping mats are stored appropriately with bedding removed. The parents provide sheets and blankets that parents launder weekly. LPA observed drinking water with drinking cups readily available in the classrooms. Age appropriate restrooms, sinks and toilets were inspected for good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, safety and sanitation. All children's toilets and sinks are in operable condition. LPA reminded Director to store items such as hand sanitizer and cleaners in inaccessible areas or have items locked. Classrooms have surfaces that appear to be clean and safe and there are age appropriate toys and reading material for children to use. There are first aid supplies in each classroom. Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors are operable and LPA observed a pull down fire alarm. Hazardous items including including medicine and cleaning compounds are stored in inaccessible areas such as high cabinets and inaccessible office cabinets. The office is used as an isolation area for ill children and there are portable mats and chairs for rest if necessary. Parents are contacted immediately if children are ill. Administrators indicated there are no weapons or bodies of water at the facility and LPA did not observe any. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are locked and/or inaccessible. LPA observed a fire extinguisher due for service 10/2023. The facility outdoors is completely separate from an school-age program that operates on the same premises. The outdoor play area is completely surrounded by gates approximately 5 feet high. Areas around and under climbing equipment have material to cushion a fall. All play equipment, toys, materials and surfaces accessible to children appear to be age appropriate and toxic free. Snack menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity, expiration dates and appropriateness for children in care. The facility provides an AM and PM snack and parents provide lunch. Children bring their own water bottles from home. At 11:45am, Administrators stated that they have not had the facility tested for lead and where not aware that they needed to. Per Administrators, children bring water from home. At 12:00pm, LPA observed water fountains in the hallway. Type B was cited. LPA observed digital sign in and sign out to ensure children are being properly signed in and signed out by the authorized representative. LPA conducted five Children's Records Review for completeness and to ensure children have proper forms such as Identification and Emergency forms, Immunization records, Health History, Personal Rights, Parents Rights etc.on file. The children's roster was available and current. At approximately 12:30pm Staff Records were reviewed to ensure the following: Criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption, education credits, proof of immunization against pertussis and measles and influenza and/or flu declination, Mandated Reporter training. At 12:40pm, LPA during staff file review, LPA did not see a EMSA approved CPR & 1st card. Per administrators stated that they thought online classes were fine. 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 . Facility Representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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 licensed Family Child Care Home. 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. LPA referred licensee [or facility representative] to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information . 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/ . Based on the LPA\342\200\231s observations, interviews and records review, the following deficiency listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) is being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. The Deficiency being cited needs to be cleared to protect the children\342\200\231s health & safety. Facility Representative 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. LPA had issues with the CareTool throughout the inspection. Consult was provided regarding the following: -Lead -Co-Mingling - Director Qualifications. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Anvar Jourabchi, Assistant Administrator & Akram Guivatchian Administrator.