Routine inspection·April 25, 2023

On 4/25/2023 Licensing Program Analyst Isabel Ortega met with facility Assistant Director and conducted an Annual Random inspection. LPA toured and inspected the facility in accordance with the facility sketch. At time of entry LPA observed 70 children in care and 8 staff in the classrooms. There is a total of eight classrooms The Planet, The Jungle, The World, The Ocean, The City, and The Forest. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. LPA observed individual storage with children\342\200\231s name labeled for children's belongings. Each classroom consists of filtered water containers with labelled water bottles for children. An isolation area was inspected, which takes place in the break room. Children are provided with a cot for nap time. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair. Toilets flush properly; toilet and sinks are reachable by the children. Each restroom has adequate toilet paper and paper towels available. Restrooms were found to be clean and sanitary. Facility operated Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. LPA observed individual storage with children\342\200\231s name labeled for children's belongings. The classroom consists of filtered water in a Brita water dispenser for indoor use with individual disposable cups for children. An isolation area was inspected, which takes place in the classroom with an individual mat. Children have the option for rest time and quiet time if needed. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair. Toilets flush properly; toilet and sinks are reachable by the children. Each restroom has adequate toilet paper, hand soap and paper towels available. Restrooms are cleaned, restocked of toiletries and sanitized by on site main school custodian daily. Facility provides morning snack, lunch and afternoon snack and a second lunch. Menu is posted visible to parents and food allergies are noted in each classroom and food preparation area. Licensee had all the required posted documents: Facility License, Notice of Parent's Rights Poster, Emergency Disaster Plan, and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist. First Aid supplies, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide and fire extinguishers were observed and in operable condition according to fire marshal standards. Trash cans with tight lids were observed. Food was inspected, and it was properly labeled, stored, and within expiration date. Refrigerator is clean and operating at the proper temperature, and there is hot running water in the food preparation area. The kitchen area is adequately equipped, clean, and free from hazards. Cleaning supplies are out of reach of children. Emergency Drills are conducted every sixth month last drill was conducted and documented on 03/7/2023 on Friday at 10:20 a.m. The fire extinguisher (2A10BC) is reading in green and meets the Fire Marshal codes and standards. Food allergies are noted and are posted in the food preparation area and in each classroom. The outdoor play areas were inspected and observed to be free of hazards, loose, or sharp objects. Equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness. Climbing structures other play equipment were found to be securely anchored with adequate resilient cushioning material underneath and around the perimeter. Children are provided with filtered water in a Brita dispenser and disposable cups for children were observed for indoor and outdoor play (cart utilized for transport). The facility provided lead testing results under 5.5 ppb. There is adequate shade area for rest. The playgrounds are well fenced all around, and no bodies of water observed in the outdoor play area. Facility maintains adequate teacher child ratio. Care and supervision were evaluated and determine basic needs of children are appropriate and are being met. The parent board was reviewed and has all the required forms posted accessible to parents. Children's records were reviewed for completeness. Health History, Emergency contact and Medical Exams; Immunization Records are all in the children's file. The facility roster was up to date and all staff have been fingerprinted and association to the designated license number. Directors and teachers are currently certified in Pediatric CPR/First Aid which expires until 07/14/2021. Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter (AB1207) training is dated 2/12/2023. The following Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 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 - 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/childqanda.htm All staff are required to take 3-hour Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter training every 2 years. www.mandatedreporterca.com . Upon hired date all staff are required to be immunized and show proof of immunization records according to Title 22 regulations. Beginning on January 1, 2018, Assembly Bill 1207 (2015) 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. Applicants must meet requirements as a precondition to licensure. New employees shall have 90 days from date of employment to complete training as required. The training may be conducted at the following website www.mandatedreporterca.com . Director is aware self and all staff are mandated child abuse reporters and have the responsibility of reporting any suspected child abuse to the Child Abuse Hotline at (800) 540-4000. For additional information and forms visit our website at: www.cdss.ca.gov For updates on Community Care Licensing please visit the following website at: Childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov https://ccld.childcarevideos.org/ A copy of this report must be made available to the public for 3 years. Per Title 22 Regulations facility is in compliance, no deficiency will be issued today. An exit Interview was conducted with facility Administrator Director. A copy of this Report, a Notice of Site Visit and appeal rights were provided on this day.