Routine inspection·May 17, 2024

On Friday, May 17, 2024, 9:50 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Evelyn Garcia conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Director, Takouhey Saatjian who guided LPA Garcia on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program that serves children ages 2 to 5 years. This program operates Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Sign in and out takes place at the entrance of the facility. All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors. There are 48 children enrolled. Present at the facility during inspection were, 39 children and 6 teachers and 1 volunteer providing care and supervision. All staff present and providing care and supervision are fingerprinted and cleared. LPA entered Classroom area, and per director, there is 1 classroom area that is separated into 3 groups which are labeled the Ladybugs, Duckies, and Whales. 1 group of children were engaged in play time indoors, 1 group was outdoor participating in outdoor play, and another group was engaged in music lessons. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed cubbies for children to store their personal belongings, and re-usable cups are used and re-filled as needed for drinking water. LPA Garcia observed a trash bin with a tight-fitting lid. Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA Garcia. LPA observed central AC/heater and vents located on the ceiling along with a window A/C unit installed in LAdybugs classroom. LPA observed the thermostats located throughout the facility and temperatures were set at a comfortable setting for the children. LPA observed 2 fire extinguishers located in the kitchen and at the entrance of the facility. The valves on fire extinguishers on the required 3A40BC fire extinguishers indicating they were fully charged and serviced on 5/8/2024. The smoke detector and carbon monoxide detectors were not tested during this visit because they are hard wired into the fire alarm system in the facility. The last emergency drill was conducted on 4/26/24. LPA observed napping equipment (cots) to be in good condition and stored in the classrooms. First aid kit supplies are kept inside a storage closet located in the hallway. LPA observed the kit to be fully equipped. Per Site Director, there are no children with allergies nor any that require medications. LPA Garcia asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. Site Director stated no firearms, weapons, no poisons nor bodies of water. LPA did not observe firearms or weapons, poisons, nor bodies of water. Site Director, Takouhey Saatjian, stated the ill isolation area takes place in the Site Directors’ office and children utilize staff restroom, until the parents arrive to pick up the child. Cleaning supplies were observed to be stored in a locked storage cabinet located outdoors and inaccessible to the children. There are two children’s restrooms located in the facility. One is located on the right side of the facility and has 3 toilets and 3 hand washing stations. The other bathroom is located in the ladybug’s classroom, and has 1 hand washing stations, 1 toilet, and 1 changing table. LPA Garcia observed the restrooms to be in good condition with working toilets, sinks, hand soap dispenser and paper towels. There is a staff restroom at this facility with 1 toilet and 1 hand washing sink. LPA Garcia entered the outdoor play area. The outdoor play area is enclosed by a wooden gate with metal frame that measures over 5’ tall. The gate that leads to the alley was observed to be locked with turn lock and a pad lock that was located on a high hinge out of the children’s reach. LPA observed a storage closet used to store cleaning supplies and extra equipment, that was locked and inaccessible to the children. LPA Garcia observed the outdoor equipment to be in a safe condition, free of sharp, no loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space (concrete, grass, woodchips) is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA Garcia observed climbing structure and equipment to be age appropriate for ages 2-5 years and areas around or under high climbing equipment, are cushioned with woodchips that may absorb a fall. For adequate shade, LPA Garcia observed sun sail for shade and will have a new awning installed. For outdoor water drinking, staff bring out the children's individual re-fillable cups that are re-filled as needed. LPA also observed hand washing station with 3 faucets for outdoor hand washing. This program provides breakfast, lunch, and pm snack. This facility does not participate in a food program and the food is prepared in the kitchen by staff. LPA observed the food preparation area to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin and storage containers for solid waste, including movable bins with tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Menus were posted in the kitchen and classrooms. Lead testing has not been conducted at this facility at this time. Director was unaware of Lead Testing requirements and will conduct lead testing as soon as possible. LPA Garcia will be provided with the report as son as it is received to file in the facilities file. The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area at the facility: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Menu, and Earthquake Preparedness (LIC 9148). PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule. LPA Garcia observed sign in/out sheets and observed 39 signatures. LPA Garcia reviewed the children’s roster, and children’s files and teacher's files, and were observed to be complete. LPA Garcia observed Site Directors Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification dated 8/1/22. Site Director has completed the mandated reporter (AB 1207) training dated 8/18/22. Site Director was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com . Preventative Health and Safety certification dated 7/18/20 and proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, TB and Influenza declination were observed. Items discussed during this visit: 1. The following items are prohibited by Licensing: Refused Entry to a Facility or Any Part of a Facility is a violation of Section 1596.852, 1596.853 or 1597.09. Regulations 101238 (g) (2), The Presence of an Excluded Individual, Fire Clearance Violations, Accessible Bodies of Water, Accessible Firearms, Ammunition or Both 2. Breakfast/Lunch/Snack Menus: Menus are required to be posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days must also be available upon request. 3. Current Children’s Roster: Each childcare facility shall maintain a current roster of children who are provided care in the facility. The roster shall include the name, address, and daytime telephone number of the child's parent or guardian, and the name and telephone number of the child's physician. This roster shall be available to the licensing agency upon request. 4.LIC 311A - Records to be Maintained at the Facility: LPAs advised that forms, regulations and quarterly updates can be accessed on the Childcare Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . 5.Pediatric First Aid and CPR: At least one person trained in Pediatric First Aid and CPR and EMSA approved must be present. 6.Designated Staff: The name of the childcare center director or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director's absence must be on file. 7.Qualifications: Educational background, training, and/or experience for each staff present must be available for review 8. Immunization Requirements: Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against TB, influenza, pertussis, and measles or influenza declination 9.Children’s Records: must be available for review; including but not limited to, the following: Name, address and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary. Criminal Record Clearance - 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 Childcare 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 childcare 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 21-21.1CCP). LPA informed Site Director, lead testing is to be completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA referred Site Director, to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process . Notice of Site Visit - A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Site Director, Takouhey Saatjian.