Routine inspection (3-year)·March 5, 2024

On 03/05/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Andrew Alemoh met with the facility Director, Shirley Johnson for the One Year Required inspection for the infant license in accordance with the facility sketch. A tour of the facility was conducted. Upon arrival LPA observed 8 infant children and 2 teachers on the premises, along with the Director. The hours of operation are 6:00AM - 6:00PM Monday - Friday. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. No bodies of water on the premises. Indoor/Children’s Area: Infant/Child care center is clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair; all outdoor and indoor passageways, stair ways, incline, ramps, open porches and other areas of potential hazard are kept free of obstruction; floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean, cleaning compounds inaccessible(stored in the top cabinet in the supply room), poisons locked, furniture/equipment is good condition, free of flies, other insects, rodents; tables/chairs provided to meet children’s needs; all play equipment and materials used by children are age-appropriate, each child has an individual permanent or portable storage space (cubby, individually labelled with name ) for his/her clothing, personal belongings and or bedding (stored separately). There is a working telephone. Trash cans for solid waste have tight fitting lids, drinking water is readily available indoors and outdoors (Drinking water is available inside the center in the form of filtered water to fill up each child's water bottle). LPA observed a sufficient quantity of mats available for napping infant children. All materials and surfaces are toxic free are inaccessible, no fireplace. There is a working Carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector and Fire Extinguisher (3A40BC). Staff/Personnel Records: Director (qualified) qualifications were verified, Designation of Responsibility observed, immunization's, TB clearance, health screening, criminal record statement, statement acknowledging suspected child abuse and mandated reporter were observed in file. Facility Records: Roster, fire/disaster drill log last completed on 02/15/24 , CPR/First Aid, and mandated report training were reviewed. Posting Requirements: Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty. The following were observed posted as required: facility license, Personal Rights (LIC613A), Parent’s Rights Poster (PUB 394L), emergency disaster plan, earthquake preparedness checklist. Documents Provided and or Discussed: Forms and records to keep at the facility and IMS. Advisory/Other: First Aid kit was observed with supplies (thermometer) readily available in the supply room. CPR/First Aid expires on 03/2025. Mandated Reporter Training expires on 08/16/25 Electrical outlets are inaccessible, recalled and or prohibited toys or sleep/play equipment were observed on the premises. There are no window cords accessible to children. Child nap on mats/cribs Sign in and out sheets were reviewed. The parent board was reviewed and has all of the required forms posted. Fire/earthquake drills current. Roster current. Restrooms: LPA inspected and observed 1 toilet and 1 sink in the classroom. There is a changing table that is located in the classroom near a sink and diaper supplies . LPA observed soap, toilet paper, paper towels, and cleaning wipes and materials readily available. Water temperature is appropriate. Staff use separate bathrooms. There is an isolation area for children who become ill while in care located near the front entrance, facility maintains a comfortable temperature at all times, first aid supplies (thermometer, bandages, scissors), sign in/out sheets (Electronically and manually) available and completed daily. No Smoking prohibited on the premises, daily inspection for illness, no prohibited child care items observed. Firearms/weapons are not allowed or stored on premises. Napping: LPA observed infants personal sheets in each cubby. Cribs/mats used are maintained in good condition, wiped/cleaned/disinfected (daily) weekly or when soiled, no contact with other children bedding. LPA observed 5 cribs in the classroom area. LPA observed age appropriate toys and materials. Sufficient napping equipment was observed (cots, mats and cribs). Individual Sleeping Plans(LIC9227) and individual infant Sleeping logs were observed in the classrooms with Staff’s 15 minute checks initials. Outdoor: The facility has one playground area for the infants. Outside play area is completely fenced. Outdoor play equipment was inspected for health, safety, good repair and age appropriateness. There is rubber matting and concrete areas for active play. The area was observed to be free of debris, f ree from hazard, holes, broken items, debris, cushioning material underneath. No bodies of water were observed. There is an area for shade and rest. Infant children have their own personal sippy bottles. LPA observed a emergency exit located on the left side of the day care. Per director the emergency exit is remained locked at all times. Teacher child ratios were observed and staff name recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Health Related Services: Medications inaccessible to children; all prescription and non-prescription medications have child’s name and are dated; written consent and instruction from child’s representative, a plan to document and report to child’s representative when medication is administered to a child; IMS plan on file (if applicable). Children are inspected for illnesses (wellness policy) as they arrive. A review of medication policy indicated that prescription medication is administered only with parent's written permission (licensing medication form- LIC9221 - also used). LPA advised the Director must administer medication, and document the dosage, date and time onto a log. Medication can be brought and taken home by the parent daily. At the time of the visit per director there are no children currently enrolled that are taking medications. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. Currently no IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, 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/childquanda.htm Food Service: There is a refrigerator in the classroom for storing formula, facility also has a fully functional kitchen area. The facility currently does not have a food program. Per director the parents provide the infants w/ snacks and lunch, however the facility does provide lunch. Meals such as AM snack, PM snack and lunch is provided. All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish and rodents and/or any other vermin. Monthly menu was observed visible to parents. Storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Director advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents . Licensee informed to utilize the Unusual Incident Report/Injury Report LIC624B when submitting the report to the department (email address on the website: www.unusualincidentreport@dss.ca.gov ). A report shall be made to the department by telephone or fax during the department's normal business hours before the close of the next working day following the occurrence during the operation of family day care home. In addition, a written report shall be submitted to the department within seven days following the occurrence of any events specified above. 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. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or agent of the Department shall, upon presentation of proper identification, shall inspect the facility. Director shall permit the Department to inspect the family child care home, and to privately interview children or staff, to determine compliance with or to prevent violations of child care center or regulations, also enter and inspect any place providing personal care, supervision and services at any time, with or without advance notice, to secure compliance with, or to prevent a violation. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. No deficiency. The On Duty Worker is available for questions at (661) 202-3318 Monday through Friday 8am-5pm. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Shirley Johnson. This report was read and provided to Director Shirley Johnson, along with her appeal rights and Notice of Site Visit.