Routine inspection (3-year)·January 11, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Veronica Martinez Garza conducted an unannounced required 3-year inspection at the above facility on 01/11/24 at 01:45 p.m. LPA met with Director, Marisa Armenta who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool age program licensed for 42 children which operates Monday – Friday from 08:00 a.m. – 03:00 p.m. Per the Director, there are 20 children enrolled. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following staff was present during this inspection: 17 children with 02 staff in Pre-K 1 and 0 children with 0 staff in Pre-K 2. Per Director, Pre-k 2 has been closed since March 2020. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded on the attached LIC859. All children were observed to be under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. The licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. LPA observed the facility to be clean, sanitary and in good repair. All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Drinking water was readily available indoors. LPA observed the border of the wood floor is broken. LPA observed a 5 gallon of water readily available. Per Director, children bring their own water bottles and are filled as needed. LPA observed stacks of cots used as napping equipment. LPA observed all children have their own cubby. All toilets and hand washing facilities are safe, sanitary and are operating properly. At this time, the "office or Pre-K 2 " is used as an isolation area. A cot is available for an ill child to rest on. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food do not have a tight fitting lid. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Page 1 of 4 LPA observed all required forms/publications to be posted in the entrance of Pre-K 1. Snack menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity, and appropriateness to children in care. Children bring their own snacks and lunch; however, the facility maintains extra snacks. All food is protected from contamination. First Aid supplies are available. LPA observed scissors and tweezers are missing. LPA did not observe a functioning carbon monoxide detector. Per Director, the facility does not have a carbon monoxide detector. LPA observed a fire extinguisher indicating fully charged and was serviced on 01/19/23, as indicated on the service tag. LPA did not observe a current Emergency disaster drill. Per Director, the facility conducts monthly disaster drills; however, drills have not been documented. At 02:18 p.m. the outdoor play equipment was observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, lose or pointed parts. Outdoor areas around and/or under climbing equipment have cushioning material to absorb a fall. Drinking water is readily available outdoors. There is adequate shade in the play yard. LPA observed a shade tarp with some tears on the corners. LPA did not observe enough playground equipment available for children in care. LPA advised to check with the American Standard Testing Materials for Playground Guidelines and/or to use the manufactures recommendations for the playground equipment in efforts to be more in line with safety guidelines. Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. LPA observed child #1 and #2 are missing LIC 627 and LIC 701. Staff Records were reviewed to ensure that appropriate documentation of education credits is on file. Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed. LPA observed that Staff #1 and #2 are missing proof of the Mandated Reporter Training, a current Pediatric CPR/FA. Staff #1 is missing proof of the influenza vaccine or declination letter. Staff #2 is missing proof of MMR, Tdap, and Influenza. Per Director, Pediatric CPR/FA was completed in August 2023; however, proof of current CPR/FA was not available. SB792 (Immunization Requirements for Staff and Employees) was discussed with the Director. Page 2 of 4 AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – 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 . 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/ . Director 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. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-proces . LPAs advised the licensee to access forms, regulations, and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov Director 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. Page 3 of 4 CCC DID NOT COMPLETE TESTING PRIOR TO THEIR DEADLINE. Per Director, the facility has not completed the required LEAD testing. LPA observed the indoor sink bubbler was removed from Pre-K 1; however, the sink bubbler from Pre-K 2 has not been removed. Per Director, the water fountain located in the outdoor area has not been in use and the water has been shut off. The following deficiencies were cited in accordance with Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and Health & Safety Codes. Please see 809D for documentation of deficiencies. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Marisa Solis. Page 4 of 4