Routine inspection·May 14, 2025

On May 14, 2025 at 9:00 am Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Priscilla Ochoa conducted an unannounced random annual inspection. LPA was greeted by Director, Danielle Svihovec-Mesquita, who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. This is an Infant program with a toddler component that operates Monday \342\200\223 Friday from 7:30 am \342\200\223 6:00 pm. Per Director, there are 19 infants and 10 toddlers enrolled in the program. LPA observed 15 infants and 5 toddlers in care along with 8 staff members. There is also has a preschool license (#198004153) which operates on the same grounds. The infant and preschool program do not have any shared areas. The are on opposite sides of the property and are separated by gates. At 9:15 am, the director guided LPA on a tour of facility. Parents enter through the front gate which lead them to the facilities parking lot. The parents then walk to their child\342\200\231s classroom and sign in their child. This Infant program that consists of 3 classrooms: Pandas (6 weeks \342\200\223 12 mon.): 6 children and 3 staff, Koalas (12 \342\200\223 24 mon.): 9 children and 3 staff and Roos (18 \342\200\223 36 mon.): 5 children and 2 staff. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under supervision, including visual supervision. Napping equipment was observed in the form of portable cribs in the panda room and cots in the Koala and Roos room. Bedding was inspected for good condition, appropriate storage, and cleanliness. Mattresses for the portable cribs were observed to be firm and covered with fitted sheets that is appropriate to the mattress size, fits tightly on the mattress, and overlaps the underside of the mattress so it cannot be dislodged. Children's linens for the infant program are to be washed or replaced daily. Page 1 of 5 LPA did not observe any loose objects, bumpers, pillows, blankets or pacifier attachments in the napping area/cribs. There is a changing table within arm's reach of a sink located in all classrooms. LPA observed changing areas to be clean. LPA did observe that the facility had diapers and wipes available in each classroom near the changing tables. Per Director, all bedding is changed daily and taken home by parents every Friday. There are age-appropriate toys and supplies for children in each classroom and are in good repair. Each child was observed to have their own cubbie to store personal belongings. All toilets and hand washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Drinking water is available in form of personal water bottles that are also taken outside when needed. The facility provides additional water which is dispensed in each classroom for children in care. The classroom furniture and equipment were inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. Each classroom has their own outdoor playground for children in care was observed and fenced. Outdoor playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. There is adequate shade in the play yard. At this time, the Main Office is used as an isolation area. Parents are contacted immediately. There is also a cot available if needed. The facility provides morning and afternoon snack for children in care. There is a kitchen area in each classroom and LPA observed lunch/meals for children in care stored properly, labeled with the child\342\200\231s name and or refrigerated. The kitchen area was observed to be clean, and the cleaning compounds/solutions were found to be away from the food. Storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on and are in good repair. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are stored in an area inaccessible to children. The facility takes measures to keep the facility free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Per Director there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises. Page 2 of 5 The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All areas were identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following documents were posted: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule. LPA observed a functioning smoke/carbon monoxide detector. LPA observed a fully charged 2A-10BC fire extinguisher. The valve on the fire extinguisher was pointing to the fully charged green section. Fire extinguisher was serviced on 04/16/2024. Per Director, the company who services their fire extinguisher have not been able to service them. Director called to schedule an appointment to get the fire extinguishers serviced. Per Title 22 Emergency Disaster Drill must be conducted at least every 6 months. LPA observed the last Emergency Disaster Drill was conducted and documented on 05/12/2025. The facility uses an application called Brightwheel where parents scan a barcode and sign in and out their child. There are multiple barcode through out the classrooms for parents to sign in and out. Each sign in and sign out is time stamped along with the person who sign in and out the child. LPA reviewed Sign in and out through the brighwheel app. Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. Child records were deemed not complete. 3 out of 9 children missing Physicians Reports and 1 out of 9 children were missing proof immunization record. Staff records were reviewed to ensure Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation. Staff records were deemed not complete. 1 out of 6 staff were missing a health screen. LPA consulted with Director about safe sleep and how infants are placed to nap in the cribs. Per Director, infants are placed on their backs. LPA explained that how infants are placed in their cribs should reflect on their 15-minute sleep log and if an infant is able to roll over, that information should also be updated in the individual sleep plan. The facility will be receiving a technical violation. AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting \342\200\223 On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers . Page 3 of 5 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 LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed 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. CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: 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 child care 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 21-21.1- CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . Licensee 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. Page 4 of 5 Licensee 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 record 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 and safety. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days during facility\342\200\231s hours of operation. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the report was provided to Director, Danielle Svihovec-Mesquita. Page 5 of 5