Routine inspection·October 28, 2021

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Judy Mora conducted an unannounced Annual/Required inspection. LPA met with designated facility Director, Elisha Gonzalez. This is a preschool age program licensed for 200 children which operates Monday \342\200\223 Friday from 8:30 AM \342\200\223 5:30 PM. Per the Director there are 27 children enrolled. There is a preschool license on site, # 198020405. Preschool and infant licenses are conducted in physically separate areas both indoors and outdoors. Covid Precautionary Measures are being conducted at the main entrance of the facility. At approximately 9:30 AM LPA Mora began facility tour with Director. All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected. LPA observed 08 infants with 03 staff in the Bamboo Room, 08 infants with 03 staff in the Lotus Room and 07 children with 04 staff in the Orchid Room. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. Staff names were recorded. Criminal Record Clearances were reviewed. During this inspection, all children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher at all times. LPA observed required forms to be posted on the Parent Board located near entrance of facility. LPA observed the following: Facility License, Snack Menus, LIC 613A Personal Rights, PUB 269 Child Car Seat Poster, PUB 369 Notification of Parent's Rights, and LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Plan. LIC 9148 Earthquake Preparedness and Verification of Disaster and Fire Drills were reviewed. LPA observed the facility to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair. Furniture and equipment was inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All surfaces and materials accessible to children, including toys, are toxic free. All toilets and hand washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. At this time, the Director\342\200\231s office is used as an isolation area. Parents are contacted immediately when children are determined to be ill and staff are ensuring that children with obvious symptoms of illness are not being accepted. REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE* Infant Care: LPA observed age appropriate furniture and equipment, but not limited to cribs, cots, mats; changing tables, and feeding chairs. LPA observed and inspected sleeping equipment to ensure there is a sufficient amount. LPA observed that cribs and/or play yards are free from loose articles and objects. There are no objects hanging above or attached to the side of the crib. Pacifiers were observed to not be attached to anything and are labeled. Licensee was advised that infants shall not be swaddled while in care and all infants up to 12 months should be placed on their back for sleeping. Title 22 Regulation Section 101429(a)(2)(b) Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision for Infants was discussed with the Licensee, including but not limited to documentation that shall be maintained. LIC 9227 (Individual Sleeping Plan) for infants up to 12 months was reviewed. A feeding plan is on file for each infant. An Infant Needs & Services Plan is on file for each file reviewed. Snack 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 AM snack and PM snack. Parents of infants in care provide all items such as formula and diapers. LPA observed all food items and bottles labeled with each child's specified name. During this time, children being in their own water bottles. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are stored in an area inaccessible to children. Storage areas for poisons are locked. Facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors that meet statutory requirements. Outdoor play equipment was observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. LPA observed age appropriate toys and equipment for infants in care. Outdoor activity space surface is maintained in a safe condition as is free of hazards. The Director states that there are no bodies of water on the premises and LPA did not observe any bodies of water during this. Director states there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. Sign in and out sheets 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. LPA observed all children present to be signed in. *REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE Staff Records were reviewed to ensure the following are present: Staff qualifications, proof of immunization\342\200\231s, current Pediatric First Aid & CPR certification, TB Clearance or Risk Assessment, LIC 503 Health Screening Report, LIC 508 Criminal Record Statement, LIC 9108 Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, Mandated Reporter Certificate and the LIC 9052 Notice of Employee\342\200\231s Rights. LPA observed that staff 2 & 4 do not have immunization records on file. LPA requested an updated LIC 500 Personnel Summary Report, during this inspection. Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed to ensure that the following are present: LIC 613A Personal Rights, Admission Agreement, LIC 700 Identification and Emergency form, LIC 701 Physician\342\200\231s Report, LIC 995 Notification of Parent\342\200\231s Rights, LIC 627 Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment and Immunization Record. 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 Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226.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 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-care-licensing/process . *REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE Director 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. The licensee\342\200\231s email address was obtained during this visit. The licensee was advised that email is public information. LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . There were no deficiencies given during this inspection. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Elisha Gonzalez. *END OF REPORT