Routine inspection·May 12, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Denise Gibbs conducted an unannounced required one year inspection on 05/12/22 at 11:30 am.. LPA met with Tiffany Fields, Director, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program which consists of 2 classrooms. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. All areas identified on this report were inspected. Upon arrival, the following staff were present during this inspection: Room 1: Staff S2 with 12 children; Room 2: Staff S1 and S6 with 15 children. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher at all times. The following was observed during the tour of the facility: Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign in and out is handled electronically using the Brightwheel app and a tablet located at the entrance of the facility. Each parent is assigned a PIN number that allows them to sign in/out their respective children. Print outs were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. Children present were signed in. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 02/2022. LPA observed required licensing documents posted on bulletin board in room 2. . Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. LPA observed material and equipment are free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated and are operable. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Linens are taken home every Friday to be washed and brought back on the following Monday. Per Director, the isolation area is located in the office. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all (page 1 of 3) restrooms. General sanitation was observed. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. According to the Director, medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note. Medication is stored in the child's classroom in a locked first aid kit mounted to the wall where it is inaccessible to children in care. Director states that there are no poisons stored at the facility and understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked not just inacessible. First Aid supplies were observed in each classroom. Menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. The facility provides breakfast, lunch and a afternoon snack. LPA observed that water is readily available indoors via a drinking fountain. Children either use designated cups or disposable cups that are filled at the drinking fountain. 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 have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. . Outdoor play equipment was observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Outdoor activity space surface is maintained in a safe condition as is free of hazards. Areas around and/or under climbing equipment, swings and slides have cushioning material to absorb a fall. The outdoor area has adequate shade. LPA observed that water is readily available outdoors via a water cooler and water is distributed using designated cups or disposable cups. The Director states that there are no bodies of water on the premises and LPA did not observe any bodies of water during this visit. Director states there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. All individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. Children\342\200\231s and Staff\342\200\231s Records were reviewed and are complete. 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 (page 2 of 3) 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.html LPA advised the Director to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.cdss.ca.gov . At this time, the Director is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today. 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 Director Tiffany Fields.