Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
An unannounced Required \342\200\223 1 Year Inspection was conducted on
09/06/2022
at
12:20 PM by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Katrina Chicote. Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of
48
. Licensing staff met with
Maria Olmedo, Director
. The program currently operates two part time programs, Monday thru Friday, AM program (8:00 AM to 11:00 AM) and a PM program (12:00 PM to 3:00 PM)
. LPA was taken on a guided tour of the facility indoors.
At the initial start of the site visit, there is a total census of
17
children and a total census of
four
teachers present. The facility is made up of
two classrooms (RM1 and RM2)
. LPA observed RM 1 to have Staff #2 and #3 with eight preschoolers and RM 2 to have Staff #4 and #5 with nine preschoolers, total census during visit was 17. Required postings were observed in each classroom. Disaster drill log was available during inspection, RM 1 disaster drill last conducted on 08/31/22 and RM 2 disaster drill last conducted on 08/25/22.
At 12:20 PM, LPA began tour of the indoors and following observed: Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. There were cubbies observed as storage for children's belongings. Per Director, children do not nap at facility due to program only offering part time programs. Availability of drinking water was reviewed. LPA observed water pitchers in each classroom. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, area safety and sanitation. Each classroom has own bathroom with three toilets and two sinks available. LPA observed each classroom has learning stations for Science, Math, Art, and Dramatic Play. Age appropriate toys free of loose and sharp parts available for children in care. LPA observed area in both classrooms with books and soft play where children can engage in quiet play.
LPA observed a first aid kit is kept in
a backpack hanging in each classroom
.
Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors are present in the facility. Fire extinguishers have been serviced in
10/07/2021
.
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At 12:35 PM, LPA singurlarly toured outdoor play area and equipment and was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age-appropriateness. LPA observed sandbox with toys, small tricycles, scooters, large building blocks, art easels, and play structure with slides and climbing equipment with cushioning material to absorb fall all well maintained. Required shade and fencing were inspected. LPA Chicote advised
Director
that the children need to be within the direct care and supervision, including visual supervision of the teacher(s) at all times. The children have access to drinking fountains during outside play. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water; no bodies of water or hazards observed.
At 12:38 PM, LPA singularly observed Kitchen, where food is prepared for the facility, for safety, cleanliness, and proper equipment. Kitchen has separate entrance and inaccessible to rest of facility. Snack/lunch menus were reviewed. Food and snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. AM Program is served breakfast and snack and PM Program is served lunch and afternoon snack
. Hazardous items including poisonous cleaning compounds were stored inaccessible to children. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored under Kitchen sink which is inaccessible to children.
Teacher-child ratios were observed and staff names recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Sign-in and out sheets and procedures were reviewed, LPA observed 17 of 17 signatures with full signatures on sign in/out sheets at time of inspection. Personal Rights of children were observed by LPA.
Staff and Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed. Criminal Record Clearances were reviewed for adults. Pediatric First Aid/CPR CPR card expires on 01/29/2024
for
Director
. Inspection of required forms made.
Incidental Medical Services:
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
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The following were discussed with the Director:
Licensee (or facility representative) was reminded that all adults 18 and over in the facility, 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 licensed facility. 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.
The fire extinguisher type 2A-10BC must be serviced annually or as often as necessary. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors should be checked and batteries replaced as needed. Changes should be reported to the Department as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your location.
LPA informed Director to log onto web site
www.ccld.ca.gov
to obtain forms and LIVESCAN application. Records for all children and staff must be maintained for three (3) years after separation from the facility.
The Director was also advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and to CCL within the time frame specified by the regulation.
LIC 125 was provided to Director.
The facility was found in compliance per Title 22 regulations, there will be no deficiencies cited today, 09/06/2022, only advisory given.
The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) \342\200\223 must remain posted for
30 days
during the hours of operation after each site inspection by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00.
Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee (or facility representative), Maria Olmedo.
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