Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Roxana Lopez conducted an unannounced annual random inspection to the above facility. LPA met with Patty Arrua, Site Supervisor, who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. This is an Early Head Start infant program with a toddler option licensed for 96 children. Facility consists of 10 classrooms Rooms K1 (divided in two), K2, Room 08, Room 07, Room 06, Room 05, Room 14, Room 13 and Room 12 The program operates from Monday through Friday 7:30am-5:30pm. Per site supervisor, there are 75 children enrolled. There is a preschool program license #198018287 located on the same premises in Rooms 1, 2, 3, and 4.
All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected. Upon arrival the following staff was observed; Room K1: 13 children with 4 staff- Room K2: was emptied- children were outside Room # 8: 5 children with 2 staff \342\200\223 Room # 7: 4 Children with 2 staff- Room # 6: 6 children with 3 staff, Room #5: 6 children 3 staff- Room # 14: 4 children 2 staff- Room # 13 4 children 2 staff and Room # 12 was emptied. LPA did observed 18 children and 7 staff in the outdoor yard. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations.
Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings.
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Linens are washed each week or as needed in the facility. Napping equipment in form of cots and cribs were observed. 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 the classrooms.
Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Per Site Supervisor there are no poisons stored at the facility. Carbon monoxide detectors were observed and are operable.
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. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids or solid waste bags shall be discarded immediately after each meal.
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, swings, 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.
All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic-free.
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-andresources/safe-sleep
as an additional resource. LPA also informed facility representativeof the importance of checking for and removing any recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at
https://www.cpsc.gov/
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LPA observed sleeping logs and LIC 9227 Individual sleeping plan on file.
Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed for completeness; Inspection of required forms was made.
LPA partially reviewed staff files during the inspection due to the full staff files being stored at the administrative office. LPA will review staff files at a later time and date. If staff files were to be incomplete during the time and date that LPA reviews files, a case management inspection will occur at the facility to reflect the incomplete files.
There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection.
On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided:
https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers
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Files reviewed had current AB1207 mandated reporter certificate is on file
Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign-In and Sign-Out sheets were reviewed. Children present were signed in. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 1/8/26.
Menus are posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request. Meals are delivered daily by central kitchen. Infants and toddlers are provided breakfast, lunch, and a PM snack.
First Aid supplies were observed in the classroom in a cabinet. The facility was observed to be equipped with an isolation area for any child who becomes ill and it is located in the staff office.
This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. -------------------------------------------- pg.3 of 5--------------------------
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/
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CCC 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 as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1597.16. 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 (Interim Licensing Standards) outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. CCC COMPLETED TESTING
LPA advised the facility representative to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at:
www.ccld.ca.gov
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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.
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.
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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
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At this time, the facility is in compliance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. No deficiencies cited.
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 Patty Arrua.
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