Routine inspection (3-year)·February 26, 2025

On 02/26/2025, at 10:15 am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Carolyn Tuba conducted an unannounced 3 year required inspection. Covid risk assessment was conducted. LPA entered facility through the main door that requires a code to enter. There are also censors throughout the classroom doors, the door existing into the play yard and exiting the main door of the facility. The facility is a house that has been converted into a childcare center. LPA met with Director, Yolanda Mena. LPA was guided on a tour of the facility indoors and outdoors. This is a preschool program licensed for 48 children, which operates Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The Director stated there are 32 children currently enrolled. LPA observed a total census of 26 children with 3 staff members including 2 interns who shadow qualified staff and are present 12.5 hours per week. LPA discussed that annual fees were showing past due, and the Director will be making the payment by credit card within the next few days. The following classrooms were inspected: Room 1 did not have any children in care and accommodates a combined age group of 2 to 6 years old. Room 2 had 9 children in care and accommodates a combined age group of 2 to 6 years old with 1 staff. Room 3 had 17 children in care and accommodates a combined age group of 2 to 6 years-old with 2 staff members. All staff members were fingerprint cleared. Licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. The classroom furniture and equipment were inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. Storage for children\342\200\231s belongings and napping equipment was inspected and meet all regulatory requirements. Children bring their own bedding, which are sent home at the end of each week to be laundered. Availability of drinking water was reviewed and per Director the parents provide water from home and refills are available with a filtered water. Facility has a total of 4 toilets and 4 child size sinks. Classroom 1 has a changing table for children who are still potty training and a sink which is located arm\342\200\231s length away from the changing table. Toys and surfaces are observed to be safe and clean. Staff restroom is available near the main entrance where parents sign-in and-out their child. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were present in the facility, tested and found to be operable. Fire extinguishers were last serviced November 2023. Director stated that the Fire Marshall\342\200\231s have been behind in servicing the extinguishers. Storage cabinets in classrooms were inspected and no hazardous items were found, cleaning items were located on the top shelves of each classroom and inaccessible to children in care. No poisonous cleaning compounds were found in the childcare center. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted and documented in January 2025. There is a First Aid kit available in the kitchen area; the supplies were inventoried and found to be in good condition. LPA suggested that surgical scissors should be in the first aid kit. Director stated a new first aid kit will be purchased. There is a back room that is used by the Director for administration and to meet with parents. Food preparation areas were toured for safety, cleanliness, and proper equipment. AM and PM snacks are served by the facility, lunch is provided by parents. Menu is posted in the main lobby of the facility. LPA observed parent board with all required documentation located in the main area of the facility. LPA was informed that there is currently 1 child on medication and IMS documentation was reviewed and medication inventoried. LPA advised Director of procedures and medication which is currently stored in the kitchen area out of reach of children. LPA found that while there was a note for the medication, the original box was not available. Director will be returning the medication to the parent and have them bring the original box with the child\342\200\231s name and directions. 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 currently 1 playground with play equipment and is surrounded by a wooden fence over 5 feet high. All areas around or under climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with wood chips. LPA observed a sandbox which is covered by a tarp. LPA advised that wood chips be raked and inspected every morning on the playground. (Technical Advisory was issued). There is adequate shade in the play yard with trees and a wooden porch with picnic tables for eating or doing activities. There is a separate garden area surrounded by a chain link fence. There is enough play equipment for the children to use in the play yard. Sign in and out sheets were found to be complete, and LPA advised Director that parents use full signatures. LPA reviewed staff records and found that they were complete however 2 out of the 4 staff members had expired Mandated Reporter Training. Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid, educational requirements, immunization records and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed and found to be complete however staff had expired CPR/First Aid except for the Director which expires May 2025. LPA advised that it is best practice that the opening and closing staff should have current Pediatric CPR/First Aid EMSA approved. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file and were complete. Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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. AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting \342\200\223 On or before March 30, 2018, any person who works in a childcare facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers . LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . 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 . This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. 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. Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. The deficiencies listed on the following page were observed by the LPA and is being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Please see the (2) attached LIC 809-Ds. The deficiencies are being cited needs to be cleared to protect the children\342\200\231s health & safety. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Yolanda Mena.