Routine inspection·March 22, 2024

An unannounced Required \342\200\223 1 Year Inspection was conducted on 03/22/24 at 1:10 PM by Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) A. Padilla and T. Tran. Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 116 . LPAs announced purpose of visit and initially met with Director Sara Chavez . The program currently operates Monday thru Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM . LPAs were taken on a guided tour of the facility of both indoors and outdoors. At the initial start of the site visit, there is a total census of 24 children and a total census of 3 teachers present. The facility is made up of 2 classrooms, 1 vacant classroom, 1 STEM room, 2 indoor bathrooms with 4 toilets and 4 sinks, 1 outdoor bathroom with 2 toilets and 2 sinks, 1 playground, 1 playground not being used, kitchen area where food is transported in by a Healthy Fresh vendor, and laundry area. Beginning at 1:30 PM, furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. LPAs observed surface of classrooms to be safe and clean, and child size tables and chairs available for children well maintained. LPAs observed learning stations for dramatic play, math, and science with toys well maintained free of loose and sharp parts and a library area available for quiet play. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. There were cubbies observed as storage for children's belongings. Mats/cots were inspected. Per Director, linens are blankets are provided by the facility and washed on site weekly by staff of designated laundry days . Availability of drinking water was reviewed. LPAs observed personal water bottles available which are brought and taken home daily by children's parents. . Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, area safety and sanitation. LPAs observed bathroom available connecting the orange and yellow classrooms that had four toilets and four sinks, a sink is also available inside each classroom. A first aid kit is kept in each classroom. First aid kits were inspected and observed to be complete with all required first aid items. Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors are present in the facility but were not tested at time of inspection do to children napping. Fire extinguishers have been serviced in March 2024 . Disaster drill log was completed on 2/22/24. Sick/isolation area is located separate near directors office. Hazardous items including poisonous cleaning compounds were stored inaccessible to children. Snack/lunch menus were reviewed and observed posted. Food and snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. Food preparation areas were toured for safety, cleanliness and proper equipment. AM Snack, Lunch, PM snack are provided by an outside vendor named Healthy Fresh. LPAs observed extra food and milk stored properly and not expired. LPAs observed extra snack items to be labeled with date of expiration stored in original package and zip lock bags. 2:10 PM Outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness. Required shade and fencing were inspected. LPAs A. Padiila and T. Tran 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. 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. Personal Rights of children were observed by LPA. Beginning at 2:30 PM, staff and children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for completeness. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857 for children and the LIC 859 for staff. Criminal Record Clearances were reviewed for adults. Facility has current CPR/First Aid certificate and all staff have current Mandated Reporter training certificate. CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: on 12/22/22 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 . Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. Facility currently does not have any children enrolled requiring IMS. 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 Rooms that are off-limits need to be made inaccessible during operating hours. Smoking is prohibited. 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-process . 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 advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . LPA 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 The facility was found in compliance per Title 22 regulations, there will be no deficiencies cited today 3/22/24 A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee (or facility representative), Sara Chavez Director