Routine inspection·April 5, 2023

On 4/5/23, at 9:15 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lilli Babcock conducted an unannounced Annual Inspection and met with Assistant Director, Rebecca Garcia. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility. A Covid risk assessment was conducted upon entry and appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was used by LPA. Thirty-Three (33) children and Four (4) staff were present in the facility during this inspection. The Assistant Director accompanied LPA inside and outside of the facility during this inspection. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Census was taken. The licensee is in the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. Upon arrival, the following staff were present during this inspection: Room 2: Staff #1 with 12 preschoolers; Room 3: Staff #2 and #3 with 9 preschoolers; and Room 4: Staff #4 with 12 preschoolers. Room 6 is currently not in use due to low enrollment. The following was observed during the tour of the facility: Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Children have their own labeled cubbies to store their belongings. There are safe toys, play equipment and materials observed for children in the classrooms. Linens are taken home weekly to be washed. Napping equipment (cots) were observed in all rooms. Per Assistant Director, the isolation area is located in the office, and one staff member will Page 1 of 1 provide 100% supervision until ill child is picked up from the facility. Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms. General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in classrooms. LPA observed children bring their own water bottles from home and a water dispenser is located in each room to refill the water bottles as needed. LPA observed the facility to have a carbon monoxide detector and smoke detector that meet the standards established in Chapter 8 of Part 2 of Division 12. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medications and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Assistant Director states that there are no poisons or firearms on the premises. Per Assistant Director, medication is stored in the office, and medication requiring refrigeration is stored in the kitchen refrigerator. First aid kits were located in each classroom and observed to have complete supplies. All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. The facility provides AM and PM snack. LPA observed food to be in good quantity and quality and are labeled with expiration dates. Menus are posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative at the entrance by the sign/in sheets and in the classrooms. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request. LPA observed all storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair and trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. LPA observed the floors to be clean and safe. Assistant Director stated the facility has not had the required Lead Testing done at this time. Outdoor playground equipment is in a 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. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. There are safe toys, play equipment and materials observed for children outside on playground. Page 2 of 2 At 10:00 a.m., staff records were available and reviewed. LPA observed that Director does not have proof of Preventative Health and Safety Training. LPA also observed that Staff #3 does not have the required core class of \342\200\234Child, Family, Community\342\200\235. Last Disaster Drill was conducted on 2/2/23. All individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance. LPA observed at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. LPA reviewed staff files, including Health Screenings. LPA observed all personnel to be in good health and are physically and mentally capable of performing assigned tasks. LPA advised Assistant Director that personnel posing a threat to the health and safety of children shall be relieved of their duties. LPA observed staff to have current Mandated Reporter Training (AB1207). LPA observed staff immunization records (Influenza, Measles, and Pertussis) to be complete. LPA advised that a disaster drill must be completed once every 6 months. LPA observed all required posted forms to be posted outside next to the sign-in/sign-out sheets. Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed for completeness; Inspection of required forms were made. In review of children\342\200\231s records, files contain information including, but not limited to the following: Name, address and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary. 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 Page 3 of 3 LPA advised the Assistant Director to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . LPA advised Assistant Director of the Mandated Reporter Child Care Training that became in effect January 1, 2018, and to maintain a copy of the certificate on file for each staff. The training must be completed every 2 years. The training may be met by using the Department\342\200\231s Office of Child Abuse Prevention (OCAP) online training modules at : http://www.mandatedreporterca.com/ . 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-licensing/public-information-and-resources/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. Facility representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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 Child Care Center. 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. 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 Page 4 of 5 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/process . Based on the LPA\342\200\231s observations and records reviews, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children\342\200\231s health and safety. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative, Rebecca Garcia. Page 5 of 5