Routine inspection·March 6, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Susann Sanchez conducted an unannounced annual inspection. LPA met with Angelica Herrera, Director, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. This is an infant- toddler program which consists of one classroom. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The infant program is located adjacent to the center's pre-school program. The infant program has no shared areas. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following was observed during the tour of the facility: At 11:00am, LPA walked into the infant with director and observe an infant alone on the swing. Photo was taken. While staff was in the nap room with 8 infants/toddlers. At this time, Director stated that infants and toddlers are always together and they share the rooms. Type A was cited for infant left alone and for commingling. At 11:10am, Director stated that was no carbon monoxide in the building. Type B cited. At 11:12am, LPA observed blankets, boppy, and pillows in the cribs. Photos were taken. Type B cited. At 11:20am, LPA observed only 3 children signed in. Type B cited. At 11:40am, during file review. LPA did not observed any 15 minute sleeping logs for children. LPA provided a log to the director. Type B cited. At 11:40am, during file review. Infant staff fingerprints are not associated to the infant license. However, staff are fingerprint cleared. Type B cited. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. The facility has sufficient napping equipment, feeding chairs, and changing tables. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Linens are taken home each week to be washed. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. 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. Per Director, Infants are provided with their own drinking water bottle that is labeled with the infants name. All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and are in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids or solid waste bags are discarded immediately after each meal. LPA reminded Director that food and bottles that are brought from home need to be labeled with the children's name and properly refrigerator. Per Director, an am snack is provided to the children. The outdoor playground was observed to be physically separate from the preschool and school-age components. 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 climbing equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. LPA advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time. All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic free. There are no firearms stored on the premises. There are no pools or bodies of water at the facility. Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed to ensure that Immunization Records are on file , LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, Sleep Log, and LIC 613A- Personal Rights.Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, LIC-501: Personnel Record, LIC 508-Criminal Record Statement, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, Proof of immunization against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. 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 Licensee 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 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-car e-licensing/process . 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. FR was provided with the information for CCL Technical Support Program. Based on the LPA\342\200\231s observations and records review, 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 & safety. A copy of this report shall be provided to the parent/guardian of children currently enrolled by the next business day or immediately upon return. A copy of this report shall also be provided to the parent/guardian of any newly enrolled children for the next 12 months (1 year). The Acknowledgement form must be maintained in each child\342\200\231s file immediately upon receipt from parent. Licensee was provided with a copy of the parent Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Reports Form during this visit. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) \342\200\223 must remain posted for 30 days.Exit interview was conducted with Director, Angelica Herrera. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and left with Director.