Routine inspection·September 15, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Susann Sanchez conducted an unannounced annual required inspection at the above facility. LPA met with Director Fabian Renteria who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. There were three school aged children present. There were two staff present when LPA arrived. The program currently operates Monday thru Friday from 2:00pm to 6:00pm. Additional children arrived at 3:25pm. Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Since school year just start, a drill has not been conducted yet. LPA observed required licensing documents posted on bulletin board. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. LPA observed material and equipment are free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms. Bathrooms were observed to be gender specific and they provide individual privacy for children. General sanitation was observed. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. According to the Director, no medication is administered. Facility Representative understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. First Aid supplies were observed and up to date. All individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. At 2:45pm, LPA and Director were unable to find the carbon monoxide detector. Per Director, he remembers seeing one last school year but not this year. Type B is cited. Children bring their own water in their personal water containers. There is also a purified water fountain available for children to refill their water container. LPA did not observe facility to be lead tested and no records were found in the Child Care Center Lead Sampling website. On 08/14/25, LPA spoke to Program Director Gloria Marirouin regarding lead, who stated that the City of Carson is currently working on the issue. During this call, she did inform LPA the Calas Park will be done later in the year. A technical violation was given. Facility may qualify to be exempt, LPA provided PIN 21-21 and LPA will return if needed. Director stated that building was tested for lead and is working on providing documentation. 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. LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information . All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins have tight fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. All foods/beverages are stored in covered containers at 45\313\232 (F) or less. Facility is located in a public park. LPA advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time. Outdoor play equipment was observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Outdoor activity space surface is maintained in a safe condition as is free of hazards. Areas around and/or under climbing equipment, swings and slides have cushioning material to absorb a fall. The outdoor area had adequate shade. LPA did not observe any bodies of water during this visit. Director states there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file, Immunization Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, and LIC 613A Personal Rights. Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, LIC-501: Personnel Record, LIC 508-Criminal Record Statement, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, Proof of immunization against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. Facility representative 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 Child Care 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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . 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 Facility representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Based on the LPA\342\200\231s observations and records review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children\342\200\231s health & safety A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Fabian Renteria.