Routine inspection·August 23, 2024

On 08/23/24, at 12:55 PM ,Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Shushanik Safaryan conducted an unannounced annual required inspection. At 12:55 PM, LPA met with Facility Representative , Tida Flores , Teacher /Assistant Director ,who guided the LPA on a tour of the facility. Director Richard Webb came in later. This is a preschool age program which operates Monday through Friday from 08:00 am to 6:00PM. Program consists of 1 classroom. Per Facility Representative there are 7 children enrolled. LPA observed all required forms/publications posted on the wall . During the visit ,LPA observed 5 children with 1 staff member. Teacher child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded. Licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. The classroom furniture and equipment were inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Classroom was inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. Napping equipment and bedding were inspected for good condition, appropriate storage, and cleanliness. Storage for children's belongings was inspected. Parents take linens home on Friday and returned on Monday. LPA observed that there are functioning smoke and carbon detectors in the facility. LPA observed a fully charged and serviced fire extinguisher with the service date 06/20/24. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on 08/08/24. Facility representative states there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises. Page 1 of 4 Snack menus are posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity. The facility provides AM and PM snacks , children bring their own lunch . Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. Drinking water is readily available both indoors and outdoors, children bring their own water bottles too. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. The office area is used for the ill children. Cot will be available upon request. At 1:20 PM , LPA toured the outdoor play area where observed dry leaves , dry branches , dry sticks in the outdoor play area.(Pictures taken ). LPA observed broken toys , pieces of toys in the planter area. LPA discussed with an Assistant Director Tida Flores and Director Richard Webb regarding outdoor area and potential risk to the children in care. Director and Assistant Director agreed to clean up the outdoor area from the debris in 2 weeks time frame . 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. Facility Representative was reminded to make sure that parents sign in during the drop off and pick up. Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857. LPA reviewed staff records. Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. The review of Staff records was documented on the LIC 859. Staff present had proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. Page 2 of 4 AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting \342\200\223 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 . SB792 (Immunization Requirements for Staff and Employees) was discussed with the Director. At 1:10 PM ,LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. During the review LPA observed Epinephrine for child # 6 was expired on Jun 2024 which poses immediate risk to the health and safety of child #6. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . 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/ . LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations, and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . 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. Facility Representative 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. 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 . Page 3 of 4 Based on the LPA\342\200\231s observations and records reviews, 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 and safety. Licensing staff informed Facility Representative a copy of this licensing report dated 08/23/24 that documents any Type A citation(s) need to provide to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) \342\200\223 must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. An exit Interview was conducted, a copy of this report along with Notice of Site visit , Deficiency pages and Appeal Rights were explained and provided to the Facility Representative , Richard Webb on 08/23/2024. Page 4 of 4