Routine inspection·May 7, 2024

On May 07, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alemoh and met with Director Keelan Pratt for the One Year Required inspection. A tour of the facility was conducted. Upon arrival LPA observed 12 classrooms in use with a total of 108 preschool children. There were 14 teachers on the premises working under the facility\342\200\231s License. The hours of operation are 7:00 am \342\200\223 6:00 pm Monday - Friday. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. Indoor/Children\342\200\231s Area: Child care center is clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair; all indoor passageways, stair ways, incline, ramps, open porches and other areas of potential hazard are kept free of obstruction; floors of the classroom has a surface that is safe and clean, cleaning compounds inaccessible(stored in the top cabinet high enough making them inaccessible to children), 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 (baskets, individually labelled with name) for his/her clothing, and personal belongings. Trash cans for solid waste have tight fitting lids and children bring drinking water in reusable cups from home and water is also provided by the facility. All materials and surfaces are toxic free are inaccessible and there is no fireplace. There are working carbon monoxide detectors, smoke detectors and Fire Extinguishers (3A40BC) in each classroom. There is a working landline telephone on the premises. Restrooms: LPA inspected and observed one restroom in each classroom for children. Each restroom has 1 toilet and 1 sink. There is one classroom that is equipped with two toilets and two sinks. The two toilets are separated by partitions approximately 3 feet high. Changing tables were observed in some of the bathrooms areas to be cleaned along with extra diapers and cleaning wipes. LPA observed soap, toilet paper and paper towels readily available in both restrooms. Water temperature is appropriate. Outdoor: Children use the outdoor play equipment was inspected for health, safety, good repair and age appropriateness. The area was observed to be free of debris, free from hazard, holes, broken items, debris, No bodies of water were observed. There are areas for shade and rest. Staff/Personnel Records: Designation of Responsibility observed, immunization's, TB clearance, mandated reporter training, Director qualifications, health screening, criminal record statement, and statement acknowledging suspected child abuse are digitally stored and unavailable for review. Facility Records: Roster, fire/disaster drill log last completed on 03/28/2024, CPR/First Aid and mandated report training were reviewed and maintained current. Mandated Reporter training expires on: 04/2026. CPR expires on: 07/22/2025. 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\342\200\231s Rights Poster (PUB 394L), emergency disaster plan, earthquake preparedness checklist. Food Service: Sharp utensils, open bottles or alcohol are inaccessible. The facility has a clean and fully stocked refrigerator/freezer. The facility utilizes School Day Caf\303\251, which drops off hot pre-prepared lunches daily for children who sign up for hot lunches. The storage container for the food is kept in the kitchen which is off limits to children in care. Documents Provided and or Discussed: Forms and records to keep at the facility and IMS. Advisory/Other: First aid supplies (thermometer, bandages, scissors) readily available in the office. Each classroom has there own First Aid bag. There is an isolation area for children who become ill while in care located in the school\342\200\231s office, facility maintains a comfortable temperature at all times, sign in/out sheets available and completed daily. Smoking is prohibited on the premises, and daily inspection for illness is conducted. Firearms/weapons are not allowed or stored on premises. 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 the required forms posted. Fire/earthquake drills current. Roster current. 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: Director is advised all prescription and non-prescription medications must have child\342\200\231s name and are dated, written consent and instruction from child\342\200\231s representative, and a plan to document and report to child\342\200\231s representative when medication is administered to a child; IMS plan was discussed and Director understands when IMS is necessary. 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). Per Director, she does not have children enrolled who require medication . 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. There is a separate area for isolation and care of ill children in the director\342\200\231s office. Currently, Incidental Medical Services are provided to children in care. LPA reviewed 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 l 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 the day care center. In addition, a written report shall be submitted to the department within seven days following the occurrence of any events specified above. An On Duty Worker is available for questions at (661) 202-3318 Monday through Friday 8am-5pm. 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 was cited today. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director. This report was read and provided to along with her appeal rights.