Facility-requested visit·June 29, 2022

On June 29, 2022 at 8:50 AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Monique Ayala and Mayra Rivera conducted an announced inspection at the facility noted above and met with Director, Mary Brammer. The purpose of the inspection was to conduct the required inspection for a pending Capacity Change. This facility is currently licensed for 125 preschool children and is requesting to increase their capacity to 136 preschool children. This facility consists of 6 classrooms: Room 1, Room 2, Room 3, Room 4, Room 5, and Room 6. The operating hours for this facility is Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected. Upon arrival, the following staff were present during this inspection: Room 1: Staff #1 and Staff #2 with 19 children; Room 2: not currently occupied; Room 3: Staff #3 with 9 children; Room 4: Staff #4 with 12 children; Room 5: Staff #5 with 9 children, and Room 6: Staff #6 and Staff #7 with 12 children. LPAs were guided on a tour of the facility accompanied by Director, Mary Brammer. The following was observed during the tour of the facility: The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area at the facility: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 394), and Earthquake Preparedness (LIC 9148). Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Napping equipment (cots) were observed inside each classroom. Per Director, sheets are washed weekly by the facility or as needed. Per Director, the isolation area is located in the copy room next to the staff office. In the copy room, a cot can be placed on the floor for an ill child and the staff restroom adjacent to the copy room is readily available if an ill child requires it. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms. General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in each classroom. The facility has operating carbon monoxide detectors that were tested by the Director. Smoke detectors were not tested during this visit due to the smoke detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm. The facility was granted a fire clearance for the requested capacity on 11/30/2021. The fire extinguishers are fully charged and were last serviced on 01/24/2022. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children in all areas. Director states that there are no poisons stored at the facility. 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 have tight-fitting covers that are kept on and in good repair. Outdoor playground equipment is in a safe condition, free of sharp, lose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that could absorb a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. All individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption. There is at least one person present with a valid Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification (EMSA-approved) during this inspection. Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign-in and sign-out sheets were reviewed; all children present were signed in. The disaster drill log was available, and is conducted on a monthly basis. The facility provides children with breakfast, AM snack, lunch, and PM snack. Food menus are posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child\342\200\231s authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request. During the inspection, snacks were reviewed for availability and quantity. First Aid supplies were observed and kept in each classroom. Per Director, medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note and medication is stored in a locked box located in the kitchen. 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 LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the Director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed the Director of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. LPA advised the Director to access forms, regulations, quarterly updates, and Provider Information Notices (PINs) on the Department website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . Based on measurements taken during today's inspection, including sink (12) and toilet (14) availability the facility is equipped for 136 preschool children. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. No deficiencies were cited during today's inspection. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Mary Brammer.