Routine inspection·June 13, 2024

On 6/13/2024, at 8:45 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carolyn Tuba conducted an unannounced Annual inspection. LPA entered facility through an iron gate and into the entrance door which leads to the main area of the facility, that is monitored by staff. LPA met with Director, Lorena Vasquez. LPA was guided on a tour of the facility indoors and outdoors. This is a preschool program licensed for 70 children including an infant and school-age component, which operates Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The Director stated there are 50 children currently enrolled on various schedules. The facility is located behind a shopping center and is not attached to any other businesses. LPA observed a total census of 30 children with 4 staff members. The following classrooms inspected were: 2-year-old classroom with 12 children and 2 staff members, 3-year-old classroom with 12 children and 1 staff member, and 4-year-old classroom with 10 children and 1 staff member. All staff members are fingerprint cleared. Licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. The facility has 2 additional staff members to support the facility and assist with preparing meals and distribute to classrooms, as well as any other staff and children’s needs. The classroom furniture and equipment were inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. Storage for children’s belongings and napping equipment was inspected and meet all regulatory requirements. Children bring their own bedding, which are sent home at the end of each week to be laundered. Facility has spare sheets if children forget to bring from home. Availability of drinking water was reviewed and per staff member parents provide water from home and refills are available by the use of bottled water. Facility has a total of 7 child size toilets and 5 child size sinks. The Page 1 of 4 2-year-old classroom also has changing-table and a sink which is arm’s length away from the changing-table for hand washing. Toys and surfaces are observed to be safe and clean. Staff restroom is available near the main lobby of the entrance. Combination carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were present in each classroom throughout the facility. LPA observed while Director tested and were found to be operable during the time of the visit. Fire extinguishers are serviced annually and were last serviced July 29, 2023. Storage cabinets in classrooms were inspected and no hazardous items were found, cleaning items are kept in the cabinets which are locked with child proof locks and inaccessible to children in care. No poisonous cleaning compounds were found in the childcare center. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on April 9, 2024. There is a First Aid kit available in the kitchen and the school office; and supplies were inventoried and found to be in good condition. There is a kitchen area where meals are prepared and distributed to each classroom. Food preparation areas were toured for safety, cleanliness, and proper equipment. Breakfast, Lunch and PM snacks are served by the facility. Menu is posted in the main lobby of the facility and if changes are made to the menu, facility will update the posted meal menu. LPA observed parent board with all required documentation located in the entry way of the facility. LPA was informed that there are currently no children on medication at this time, however the Director has an IMS plan and LPA reviewed and provided consultation. Director stated that medication would be kept in a medication lockbox in her office and staff is aware where it is kept and how to administer. LPA advised that Medication should be given back to parents/guardians when child leaves the facility or medication expires. Outdoor playground equipment is in 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. There are currently 2 playgrounds, and 1 playground is designated for the infant component. The preschool playground is shared with the school-age program, but facility currently has a waiver with staggered schedules for the preschool and school-age component. The playground has a bike trail, basketball court, picnic tables and is surrounded by an iron gate at least 6 to 7 feet tall. All areas around or under climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with imitation grass turf. There is adequate shade in the play yard with patio awning. There is enough play equipment and bikes for the children to use in the play yard. Page 2 of 4 Sign in/out is done electronically using a designated parent code for each family and a back-up sign-in/out sheet is available should the electronic pad is not functioning. A printout is available for review. LPA reviewed staff records and found that they were complete. Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid, educational requirements, immunization records and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed. Children’s records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. LPA advised Director that selected staff and not all staff require the 8-hour Health, Safety, Nutrition and Lead training. 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. LPA reminded that lead results need to be posted for parents to view until the next testing. Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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. AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – On or before March 30, 2018, any person who works in a childcare facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers . LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . 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 Page 3 of 4 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 . 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/ . Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. There were no citations being issued during this visit. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Lorena Vasquez. Page 4 of 4