Routine inspection (3-year)·April 29, 2025

On 4/29/2025 , Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Amelia Morales conducted an Unannounced Required- 3 Year inspection at the above facility.\302\240 Upon arrival, LPA was greeted by a armed Security Guard, Eric Velesco, who called the Director Chaya Mushka Peer. LPA Morales was then guided to Director Chaya Mushka Peer, the LIC125 Entrance Checklist was provided to help facilitate the inspection. Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 31 children. Children's roster was reviewed and is current. The facilities operating hours are Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and Fridays from 8:00 AM to 1:00PM LPA observed the following classroom ratios:\302\240 Room 1 (one Teacher, one Aide, and 9 children); Room 2 (one Teacher, and one aide, 12 children), Room 3 (one Teachers, one aide,\302\240 and 8 children) LPA observed the following postings in the entrance hallway of the facility: License, Personal Rights, Child Care Center Notification of Parents' Rights Poster, Emergency Disaster Plan and the Child Passenger Safety Law. The Disaster drill log was available; the last fire drill was conducted on 3/10/2025 and the last earthquake drill was run on 4/24/2025. During the tour of the facility the following was observed: Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. The classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. There are cameras in each classroom. LPA observed telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation to be satisfactory. Children have adequate cubby storage for their belongings in each classroom. LPA observed napping equipment mats to be stored in cabinets of the each classroom. Mats are provided for each child enrolled. The parents provide fitted sheets, are washed bi-weekly by parents. Page 1 of 4 Age appropriate restroom, were inspected for good repair, toilet paper, safety and sanitation. All available toilets and sinks are in operable condition. General sanitation was observed. Per Director, children bring their own water bottle daily, that is labeled with child's name. Per director, a filtered water station is indoors, teacher refill water with a water jug who need water refills. There were three First Aid Kits that were observed hanging by each exit of each classroom.\302\240 The isolation area is located in the Directors office. \342\200\230Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are hazardous to children, were inaccessible to children. The facility is equipped with three combination carbon monoxide/smoke detectors in all classrooms. LPA observed fire extinguishers (2A 10BC) located in the exit of each classroom and serviced April 2024. Per the Director, children bring their food from home. LPA observed a small kitchen, Per Director staff mainly uses the kitchen. Per Director, there is a microwave and small refrigerator if children need to have their items microwave and refrigerated. LPA observed an appropriate amount of snacks. LPA advised Director to have snacks posted. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall 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. 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. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. LPM and LPA advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time. All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic-free. There is an armed security guard outside the facility. Per Director a waiver was submitted to the Regional Office 2/20/2024. There are no pools or bodies of water at the facility. Four children\342\200\231s files were reviewed. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857.\302\240 All four files were contained the required forms. Page 2 of 4 LPA also reviewed staff records. The review of Staff records was documented on the LIC 859. Staff present did have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. Staff present did not have proof against TB, measles, and pertussis. Licensee 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 discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee [or facility representative] and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and\302\255 resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee [or facility representative] of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https:// www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Page 3 of 4 Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Notice of Site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview\302\240conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Chaya Mushka Peer.