Pre-licensing visit·December 11, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Maddox and LPM Deborah Lowe conducted an announced inspection today and met with Dianna Gonzalez, Director for the purpose of conducting a Pre-Licensing inspection. This PS component is located on the grounds of Bouquet Canyon Elementary School, Saugus Union School District. Application received for a capacity of 48. This center will operate 2 half day sessions, the AM session will operate Mon - Fri from 8:30 am to 11:30 AM and the PM session will operate Mon, Tues, and Thurs from 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM. During this inspection, LPA measured 2 modulars (Room's 23, 24, & 25). Center is anticipating opening January 16, 2024. INDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE : \302\267 The child care center was toured and found to be clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors \302\267 Floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean (tile flooring). \302\267 A comfortable temperature for children shall always be maintained. \302\267 Furniture and equipment are maintained in good condition, free of sharp, lose or pointed parts. There are a variety of age-appropriate equipment, toys and materials in good condition and in sufficient quantity to allow children present to fully participate in planned activities. \302\267 Tables and chairs were present to meet the needs of the children. \302\267 Drinking water is readily available will be provided via water bottles \302\267 Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children were stored and inaccessible to children (stored in locked cabinets). Stored in cabinets outside of the classrooms in locked cabinets inaccessible to children. \302\267 There is a fully stocked first-aid kit(s) located in the school's nurses office. \302\267 The isolation area is located in the school office for any child who becomes ill during the day. \302\267 LPA observed operable carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors. Fire extinguishers are located throughout the facility and fully charged. \302\267 The center has a working telephone \302\267 Sign-in and out procedure will be conducted manually. \302\267 The licensee shall conduct a wellness check to ensure that children with obvious symptoms of illness including, but not limited to, fever or vomiting, are not accepted. OUTDOOR LPA observed a large shaded rest area for the children. The play yard was free of hazards including, but not limited to, holes, broken glass and other debris, and dry grasses that pose a fire hazard. As a condition of licensure, the areas around and under high climbing equipment, swings, slides and other similar equipment shall be cushioned with material that absorbs falls (rubber matting). Outside drinking water will be provided via water bottles. The entire yard is fenced (more than 4 ft). LPA and LPM did not observe any bodies of water on the premises. RESTROOMS The bathrooms are located directly outside of the classrooms. There are Boys and Girls bathrooms. All toilets and hand washing facilities were maintained in safe and sanitary operating condition. The staff bathroom located in the school office and will also be utilized as the isolation bathroom. SUPERVISION: Applicant shall ensure no child is left without the supervision of a teacher at any time, Supervision shall include visual observation. TRANSPORTATION: Any transportation provided will be provided by the School District. CHILDREN\342\200\231S RECORDS: Director is aware of the required forms that are required for children's files. LPA explained all children's records shall be available to the Department to inspect, audit, and copy upon demand during normal business hours. NAPPING This center only operates half day sessions so children will not nap. HEALTH RELATED SERVICES: Medications shall be kept locked in the nurses office, medications must be in the original packaging. A refrigerator shall be used to store any medication that requires refrigeration. Applicant has implemented a written plan to record the administration of prescription and nonprescription medications and to inform the child's authorized representative daily when such medications have been given. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/ (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 . IMS plan in place. FOOD SERVICES There is a snack menu must be posted for parents\342\200\231 review. Snacks will be delivered daily from the school district. LPA advised applicant that the trash cans, including moveable bins, shall have a tight fitting cover that is kept on; shall be in good repair; and shall be leakproof and rodent-proof. POSTINGS: Applicant was informed of the required forms that shall be posted after licensure including the telephone number of the local health department and information on child passenger restraint systems pursuant to Health and Safety Code section 1596.95(g) and Vehicle Code sections 27360 and 27360.5 Director has implemented a disaster and mass casualty plan of action. The plan is in writing and readily available. Applicant is reminded of the requirement to report and unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC 624B. Indoor measurements contain a total of 2491.19 square feet which will accommodate applicants requested capacity. Outside measurements contain a total of 4675.91 square feet which will accommodate applicants requested capacity. Bathrooms will accommodate the requested capacity. A Fire Clearance has been received for the requested capacity of 48 children. Needed prior to licensure: Pending review of additional documents received during this inspection. An exit interview was conducted with the above items discussed and a copy of this report was provided to the Applicant, Dianna Gonzlez. Final license determination will be made upon review of the Licensing Program Manager.