Routine inspection·January 8, 2025

On Wednesday January 8, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA’s) Joanne Solorio Campos and Staicy Perry conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Sister Irma Padilla who guided LPA’s on a tour of the facility. Census was taken and LPA's observed 0 children in care. This is a preschool program that serves children ages 2 until entry of 1 st grade and consists of 4 classrooms. This program operates Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Sign in and out takes place outdoors at the main entrance area. All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors. Teacher and child ratio were not observed due to facility being closed for the day due to the state of emergency issued for the fire warnings in the surrounding areas. Present staff are fingerprinted cleared. LPA's entered all classrooms and observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA’s observed a cubby for children to store their personal belongings. LPA’s observed cleaning solutions stored inside the top cabinet with a key lock making it inaccessible for children to reach and open. LPA Perry and Solorio Campos observed a step trash bins with a lid. Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA's. LPA observed central AC/heater and vents located on the ceiling. LPA's observed the thermostats located in the classrooms and temperatures to be between 70-71 degrees. LPA's observed the fire extinguishers located outdoors in the hallways and the valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged and serviced on 10/11/2024. Smoke detectors were not tested during this visit due to the detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm system. Carbon monoxide detectors were not tested due to being in line with the fire alarm system. The last emergency drill was conducted on 10/17/24. LPA’s observed napping equipment cots to be in good condition and stored in the classrooms. First aid kit supplies are kept inside the classrooms and LPA’s observed the kits to be fully equipped. During this visit Sister Irma stated that they currently have no children with medication or severe food allergies. LPA’s asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water and Sister Irma stated they had none of the above mentioned and LPA’s did not observe any. Sister Irma stated the ill isolation area takes place in the director’s office. LPA’s observed a restroom located in every classroom. LPA's observed the restrooms to be in good condition with working toilets, sinks, hand soap dispenser and paper towels. . LPA’s Perry and Solorio Campos entered the outdoor play area. LPA’s observed the outdoor equipment to be in a safe condition, free of sharp, no lose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA’s observed play structure equipment to be age appropriate for ages 2-5 years and areas around or under high climbing equipment, are cushioned with granulated rubber mat that may absorb a fall. For adequate shade, LPA’s observed a large shade structure. LPA’s observed outdoor restrooms, one boys, one girls. LPA observed the playground yard to be fenced. For outdoor water drinking children bring their own water bottles. This program does not provide any meals. Children bring their own food from home. LPA’s informed Sister Irma that any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. For water drinking children bring their own water bottles. LPA’s did not observed the food preparation area due to the program not providing any meals. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area at the facility: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Menu, and Earthquake Preparedness (LIC 9148). PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule. LPA’s reviewed the children’s roster, children’s files and staff files and observed the files to be complete. LPA’s observed Director’s Sister Irma, Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification and expires 8/2026, Preventative Health and Safety certification dated 9/11/24 and has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, and Influenza declination. Director has completed the mandated reporter (AB 1207) training and expires 11/20/26. Director was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com Director,Sister Irma was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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. 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 21-21.1CCP). LPA's referred licensee Sister Irma to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . Director, Sister Irma was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. 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 . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Sister Irma. Appeal rights provided and discussed.