Routine inspection (3-year)·March 12, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Randy Derraco conducted an unannounced annual inspection on 03/12/24 at 12:30 pm. LPA met with Olivia Belger, Substitute Director, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. This is a School-Age program which consists of 1 classroom. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. All areas identified on this report were inspected. Upon arrival, the following staff were present during this inspection: Room 1: Staff S1 with no children; teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. The following was observed during the tour of the facility: Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign in and out procedure is handled using the Brightwheel application. No school age children were present during this inspection. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 03/07/24. LPA observed required licensing documents posted on bulletin board on the wall at the main entrance. 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. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Per Director, the isolation area is located in the office. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms. There is currently one bathroom available with a single toilet, faucet and sink. Per S1, children use the bathroom one at a time. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to (page 1 of 3) children. According to the S1, medication is not currently handled by the facility. S1 understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked with a key, not just made inaccessible. LPA did not observe a carbon monoxide detector in the school age classroom. LPA advised S1 that a citation under Health and Safety Code (HSC) section 1596.954 will be issued. First Aid supplies were observed in the classroom. Menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. The facility provides snack and dinner. LPA observed that water is readily available indoors via water bottles. Per S1, children can fill their water bottles using the fountain, or if there is water available in the classroom. If either option is not available, S3 radios another teacher to bring filtered water from the kitchen to the classroom. 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˚ (F) or less. LPA observed that outdoor space is physically separate from all other components. Outdoor play equipment was observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Outdoor activity space surface was observed to have a loose wooden fence designated for storage items. Wooden posts for the fence were observed to be loose. LPA advised S1 that a citation under California Code of Regulation (CCR) section 101238.2(d)(2) will be issued. Areas around and/or under climbing equipment, swings and slides have cushioning material to absorb a fall. The outdoor area had adequate shade. LPA observed that water is readily available outdoors via water bottles provided by the facility. S1 states that there are no bodies of water on the premises and LPA did not observe any bodies of water during this visit. S1 states there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. 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. Staff’s Records were reviewed and are complete. 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 (page 2 of 3) 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.html LPA advised the Director to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . The following deficiencies listed on the attached deficiencies page LIC809D are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22 and California Health and Safety Code. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the substitute Director, Olivia Belger (page 3 of 3)