Routine inspection·September 20, 2023

On 09/28/23 at 10:00AM LPA Alemoh and Garcia arrived at the facility to amended the report that was given on 09/20/23. Upon arrival LPA's observed 0 children in care due to a transition period. Children will arrive at 11:25AM. The following corrections will be made on the report: 7:25AM - 10:25AM . - Recalled and or prohibited toys or sleep/play equipment were NOT observed on the premises. - Food Services: Per director there is small kitchen in the off-limits office area for cooking experiments, however children do not go in the off-limits kitchen area. Food is brought from the Santa Clarita Valley Food Services and is provided to the day care children. - Director was reminded that all employees must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. During this inspection, no deficiencies were observed. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided to director, along with the notice of site visit. . On 09//20/23, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Andrew Alemoh met with the facility Site Supervisor, Julie Escalante for the One Year Required inspection for the preschool license in accordance with the facility sketch. A tour of the facility was conducted. Upon arrival LPA observed 18 preschool children and 3 teachers on the premises, along with the Site Supervisor. The hours of operation are in two sessions 7:25AM -10:25AM, and 11:25AM-2:25PM Monday - Friday. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. Indoor/Children\342\200\231s Area: The children utilize one classroom which was observed to be 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; the floor in the classroom has a surface that is safe and clean, cleaning compounds inaccessible and locked in middle restroom closet as well as poisons locked, furniture/equipment is good condition, free of flies, other insects, rodents; tables/chairs provided to meet children\342\200\231s 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. 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 Igloo water to fill up each child's water bottle). All materials and surfaces are toxic free are inaccessible, no fireplace. There is a working Carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector and Fire Extinguisher (2A10BC). 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 09/20/23, CPR/First Aid, and mandated report training were reviewed. Posting Requirements: The following were observed posted as required: facility license, Personal Rights (LIC613A), Parent\342\200\231s 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. CPR/First Aid expires on 01/21/25. Mandated Reporter Training expires on 08/25. Electrical outlets are inaccessible, recalled and or prohibited toys or sleep/play equipment were not observed on the premises. There are no window cords accessible to children. 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 two restrooms: 2 toilets and 2 sinks. LPA observed soap, toilet paper and paper towels readily available. Water temperature is appropriate. There is an isolation area for children who become ill while in care located near the office, 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. There is no body of water on the premises. Napping: Per site director there is no napping at the center due to short periods of operation hours. Outdoor: LPA observed the black top area for the children. Outside play area is completely fenced. Outdoor play equipment was inspected for health, safety, good repair and age appropriateness. The area was observed to be free of debris, f ree from hazard, holes, broken items, debris, cushioning material underneath. There are areas for shade and rest. Preschool children have their own personal water bottles as well as disposable cups. The play yard area was observed to be cracked around the blacktop area. Per director the asphalt has been cracking for years due to wear and tear. Maintenance has come out multiple times to fixed the cracks in the asphalt however the asphalt continues to crack over time. Site Supervisor Julie has already put in another work order and maintenance will come out to put a strong cement in the ground to hopefully keep the blacktop from cracking. There have not been any recent injuries of children outside playing on the blacktop. 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\342\200\231s name and are dated; written consent and instruction from child\342\200\231s representative, a plan to document and report to child\342\200\231s 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. Medication will be properly labeled and stored in its original container. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. Currently no 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 \342\200\223 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: Per director there is small kitchen in the office area for cooking experiments, however children do not go in the kitchen area. Food is brought from the Santa Clarita Valley Food Services and is provided to the preschool day care children. 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 employees 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. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Site Director Julie Escalante. This report was read and provided to Site Supervisor Julie Escalante, along with her appeal rights and Notice of Site Visit