Routine inspection·September 7, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jennifer Hua conducted an unannounced Required - 1 year inspection. Upon arrival, LPA met with Eun Joo Shim, director. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entry to the facility. LPA provided director with a copy of the LIC 125 Entrance Checklist to facilitate the inspection. This is a preschool program. Facility is also licensed for a school-age program #198012307 but is currently on inactive status. Business hours are from Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. LPA was guided to a facility tour by director at 10:30am. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. There are of total of 3 classrooms. LPA observed the following: Room #1, 6 children with 1 staff, Room#3, 25 children with 3 staff. Room #3 is divided into 2 rooms. Room #2 is licensed for the school-age program and is currently not being used. Playground waiver in place and it's posted. The facility was observed to be within the license capacity and limitations. Children's roster was reviewed. Sign-In and Sign-Out sheets were reviewed. Rooms identified on facility sketch were inspected Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Napping equipment and bedding were inspected. Storage for children's belongings. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair. General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed. A first aid kit is kept in each classroom . Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors are present in the facility. Fire extinguishers are serviced annually. Storage cabinet in classrooms was closed and hazardous items including cleaning compounds were stored inaccessible to children. Per director, children bring their own lunch, snacks are provided by the facility.. Morning and afternoon Snacks are offered, children bring their own water bottles which were observed to be placed on table. Water bottles are refilled as needed. Per director, water is obtained from the kitchen sink faucet and filled in a water pitcher with filter. Outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and appropriateness. Required shade, drinking water and fencing were inspected. The children have access to drinking water during outside play was observed on site. Children bring their own water bottle when going outside. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water. There is no bodies of water on site. Director and staff are current in Pediatric CPR and First Aid are on file. Certificate are issued by the American Heart Association. Teacher child ratios were observed, and staff names recorded. Care and supervision were evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Staff and Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed. Criminal Record Clearances were reviewed for adults for required transfers and associations. Staff have met the Immunization requirements. 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 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 Mandatory Forms for the children\342\200\231s files and staff files, requirements for fire drills, earthquake drills and documentation were discussed and observed. Role and responsibilities of being a Mandated Reporter were reviewed. The Director was advised how to access forms and Regulations online at www.ccld.ca.gov . Director was made aware that it is his/her responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. The Director was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. LPA informed director, that all staff 18 years of age and older prior to working, and being present at the facility must adhere to a criminal background clearance with the Department of Justice, FBI and Child Abuse Index Check. Otherwise, an immediate civil penalty of $100 - $500/person will be assessed. All staff present have fingerprint clearance. Per director, isolation area in the director's office. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/tion-process . Deficiency cited on attached 809D. An exit interview conducted with director. Notice of Site Visit form provided and shall be posted in an area accessible for review. Licensee rights provided.