Routine inspection·September 9, 2021

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Denise Gibbs conducted an unannounced annual inspection on 9/9/2021 at 1:50 PM. LPA met with Bridgette Klaus, Facility Representative (FR), who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program which consists of two classrooms. Facility operation hours are Monday to Thursday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM and Friday 9:00AM - 12:00PM. All areas identified on this report were inspected. Upon arrival LPA observed nine children and three staff. 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: 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. Children present were signed in. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 8/19/2021. LPA observed required licensing documents posted on bulletin board in the hallway outside of the children's classrooms. LPA reviewed daily activity schedule which provides time for active play, quiet play, rest, eating and toileting. Facility disaster plan was observed and is complete. 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. There is at least one operable carbon monoxide detector. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other items that are dangerous to children, were observed to be inaccessible in a high cabinet in the classroom. According to the FR, short term medication is not administered. -------------------PAGE 1 at the facility. Life long or life saving medication would be stored in the child's classroom in a high shelf, inaccessible to children. Per FR, there are no children who take medication at this time. FR states that there are no poisons stored at the facility and understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked. Menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and are visible to an authorized representative. The facility provides AM snack and PM snack, lunch is brought from home. Facility stores AM and PM snack in refrigerators in the classroom. Kitchen area on second floor is not used for children's food preparation. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. All foods/beverages are stored in covered containers at 45\313\232 (F) or less. 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 have cushioning material to absorb a fall. FR states that there are no bodies of water on the premises and LPA did not observe any bodies of water during this visit. FR states there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. All individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption. All staff present are trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid, certificates are current.. Staff\342\200\231s Records were reviewed and are complete. Children's records were reviewed and are missing LIC 701, Physician's report. LPA observed that facility is implementing COVID-19 precautions and procedures. LPA was provided with COVID-19 facility assessment checklist. 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.html -------------------PAGE 2 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 . Facility Representative 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. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the FR, Bridgette Klaus