Routine inspection·May 21, 2025

On May 21, 2025, at 10:45am Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) A. Carter and J. Duran conducted an unannounced Annual / Random inspection and met with facility representative (FR) Sheila Sangani. LPAs disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility. This facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 18. The program currently operates Monday - Friday from 6:00am to 6:00pm and provides care for children ages 6 weeks to 2 years of old. LPAs were taken on a guided tour of the facility of both indoors and outdoors. Required postings were observed. Facility Entrance checklist provided. This is an infant program. There is also a preschool program under license 198010440 and a school age program under license 198010441 on the premises. The facility is made up of 2 classrooms. At the initial start of the site visit, there is a total census of 3 children and 1 staff in the classroom for children 6weeks to 12 months old and a total census of 5 children and 2 staff in the classroom for children ages 12 months to 2 years old. 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. Sign-in and out sheets and procedures were reviewed. Beginning at 11:00am, Indoor and outdoor infant spaces were observed to be physically separate from other childcare components. LPAs observed required licensing documents in the classroom. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. LPAs observed surface to be safe and clean. Child size tables and chairs were available for children with rounded edges and well maintained. Toys were observed to be safe and are not made of small parts that can pose a choking hazard. LPAs did not observe any baby walkers at time of inspection. The classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. LPAs observed carpets and soft play mats on the floors of the classrooms. ..... Report continues Page 1 of 4 Page 2 of 4 Napping equipment was observed to be physically separate from the indoor activity space. LPAs observed one crib per child for younger infants and napping cots for older infants. There are 2 changing tables with raised sides on each side of the classroom, sink is within arm’s reach. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. LPAs observed storage cubbies for children's belongings. Drinking water is available for children in care via a water jug and plastic cups. Hazardous items including poisonous cleaning compounds were inaccessible to children in care. LPAs observed and tested dual smoke/carbon monoxide detectors. Fire extinguisher service tag observed, dated 03/10/25. Per disaster drill log observed by LPAs, the last drill was conducted on 05/16/25. Isolation area for sick children is the director’s office, supervised until child is picked up. Currently there are no children that need medication administered in care at this time. Menus were observed posted by LPAs. Facility provides AM Snack, Lunch, and PM Snack. Children that do not consume food bring their own formula or milk and it is properly stored in the classroom. Food preparation areas were toured for safety, cleanliness and proper equipment. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids and observed to be in good repair. Beginning at 11:15am, outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age-appropriateness. LPAs observed surface of outdoor play areas to be safe and have cushioned material. Required shade and fencing were observed. LPA observed XXX. Per FR the children are within the direct care and supervision of the teachers at all times. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water; no bodies of water or hazards observed. Staff and children’s records were reviewed for completeness. Inspection of required forms were made and documented on the LIC 857 for children and the LIC 859 for staff. Pediatric CPR and first aid certificate expires on 02/20/25 for Staff#2. LPAs observed 2 out of 6 staff present, did not have proof of the required AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. The following were discussed: 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, this includes any changes 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 . Page 3 of 4 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 . Facility representative 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 21-21.1- CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licen sing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed facility representative of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Page 4 of 4 Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. 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/ Facility representative 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. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Sheila Sangani.