Pre-licensing visit·July 7, 2021

On 07/07/2021 at 11:28 A.M Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Chandler made an announced visit to the Learning Garden Extension for the purpose of conducting a pre-licensing inspection. LPA met with Nassim Agange who provided a tour of the facility. The applicant is requesting a school-age license for 12 children ages 6 - 10 years of age.An approved fire clearance conducted by Rick Fick of the Torrance Fire Department is on file. This is a single story building converted into the the child care center. There will be two rooms used for day care activities, there is also a room that will be used for the directors office, this room was not added to the capacity. The applicant also holds a preschool (197408979) and an infant (197414908) license. The following was observed of the: INDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE Fire extinguishers were 2AB10C or larger. Last inspection 04/26/2021 Carbon monoxide detectors were observed First aid kit observed with the required essentials: scissors, bandages, tweezers, and thermometer pg.1 Age appropriate toys and equipment were observed in good repair Drinking water will be provided filtered water and personal containers Heating and Cooling was provided by a central air and heating system. Windows were in good repair free of chipping paint, dirt, insects or debris Adequate lighting was observed Classrooms were clean in good repair Storage for children\342\200\231s belongings was not observed during todays inspection, applicant will provide photos of storage bins when purchased Trash cans used for solid waste were observed with tight fitting lids No fireplaces or open face heaters were observed during todays inspection Disinfectants and cleaning solution and other toxins or poisons were made inaccessible to children. The directors will be used for isolation and the staff restroom located within building will be used for ill children pg. 2 Based on todays inspection the facility shall be recommended for a capacity of the requested 12 children pending completion of the recommended repairs or requirments. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was let with the applicant. ******************************************************************************************************** The following page contains information for centers and homes which ever are applicable pg. 6 Licensee/Applicant was made aware that state law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers and any other items that fall into that category. Licensee/Applicant was advised that regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco in a private residence licensed as a family childcare home during the hours of operation. Licensee/Applicant was reminded that all infants must be placed on their backs when sleeping to prevent S.I.D.S. (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome), and to never shake a baby to prevent the Shaken Baby Syndrome. Applicant was also reminded that only children eating may be in highchairs and that car seats are utilized only for transportation. The "Notification of Parent's Rights" (PUB394) was discussed with the licensee and the licensee was advised that it must be posted in an area of the home accessible to parents. Licensee/Applicant was made aware of The Child Care Advocate Program (CCAP) that is administered from within the Community Care Licensing Division. CCAP participates in many community activities and special projects to disseminate information on the State\342\200\231s licensing role, provide information to the public and parents on childcare licensing, and provide many other helpful resources to the licensees and the public. CCAP\342\200\231s direct contact information is as followed: Phone number: (916) 654-1541; Email Address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov Also, discussed was; Commencing September 1, 2016, SB 792, prohibits a person from being employed or volunteering at a child care facility or family day care if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis and measles. Exemption were also discussed Beginning on January 1, 2018, AB 1207, 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. Volunteers are encouraged but not required to take the training. Website: www.mandatedreporterca.com Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing 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)/ (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 pg.7 The classrooms were not equipped with working telephones at the time of the visit the nearest phone is located in the infant program located adjacent to the school- age building. Parents and authorized adults will sign in using their original signatures. The required postings shall posted a pertinent area for parents and visitors observation. Children are not required to nap at this location Measurements for the indoor activity space was 549.98 divided by 35 SQ. FT. per child =14 children FOOD SERVICE: Center will serve at least two snacks daily Weekly menus shall be posted for review. Applicant shall make preparation for alternate meals for children with allergies The center has a food prep area for preparing and heating meals. pg.3 OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE Age appropriate toys and equipment were observed in the outdoor activity space in good repair. The play yard was completely gated with a 4 inch or higher gate. Applicant shall raise the inner gate, to ensure children have no access to the preschool outdoor activity area Applicant will ensure that the water sprinkler on the north side of the building dose not pose a tripping hazard. Grass, shall serve as cushioning under all climbing apparatus. Filtered water will be available as an outdoor water source A large tree was observed for shading Benches for resting were were not observed for children\342\200\231s use during today visit Measurements for the outdoor activity area were 1097383 divided by 75 SQ. FT for a total of 14 children pg. 5 Center shall devise an Incidental Medical Service plan and provide to parents of children with allergies (epi-pen), asthmatic (inhalers), and children needing G-tube feeding Observed toxins and poisons were made inaccessible, stored in a latched cabinet underneath the sink. Latches must be latched at all time The kitchen was clean/ in fair condition RESTROOMS THERE WERE: Two toilets = 1 toilet per 15 children, for a total of 30 children Two sinks = 1 sink per 15 children, for a total of 30 children Toilets and sinks were age appropriate The restrooms were clean and sanitized with the necessary toiletries, sinks and toilets were operable and in good repair. Faucets delivered warm and cold running water water. pg.4