Routine inspection·July 20, 2023

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Austin Estrada conducted an unannounced annual required inspection at the above facility. LPA met with Director Teliscia Martin-Robinson, who guided analysts on a tour of the facility. The facility operates Monday through Friday 7:00AM to 4:00PM and the ages for the preschool program are 2 years old to 5 years old. There is an infant program under License # 198400156 and a school age program under License # 198400157 also on the premises. All programs are physically separate from one another. The facility has one classroom where care is provided. LPA observed no children in the preschool program at the time of inspection. The following was observed during the tour of the facility: LPA observed the preschool classroom to be clean and in good repair. The floors were clean, and lighting was in operable condition. There were age appropriate toys and equipment. LPA observed water readily available via a filtered water dispenser. Children are provided with disposable cups. Per Director the facility does not use tap water for consumption or food preparation. LPA observed cubbies/storage area for children to store their personal belongings. LPA observe a central fire alarm system and an operable carbon monoxide detector. LPA observed fire extinguisher indicated fully charged last serviced on 4/14/23. First Aid kit was observed and inventoried. Appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, paper towels, and general sanitation. Per Director potty training is available for children. LPA observed potty training materials available for children. Disinfectants and cleaning solutions were observed to inaccessible to children in care. Per Director there are no poisons stored at the facility. Napping equipment (cots) and bedding were inspected and found to be clean and in operable condition. Per Director, bedding sheets are provided by the facility and washed twice a week. Children also have the option to bring their own sheets from home if desired. Per Director, no children currently enrolled are on medication and if medication was stored at the facility, it would be stored in a box in the off limits kitchen area and inaccessible to children in care. LPA toured the outdoor play area. Outdoor area was observed to have age-appropriate toys and material for children, free of loose, sharp, and/or pointed parts. LPA observed required cushioning under climbing structure to absorb a fall. Per Director, water pitchers and disposable cups are brought outside during outdoor play. LPA observed required shade in the outdoor area and there are no bodies of water on the premises. LPA observed the kitchen area, food preparation area, and food storage area to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. LPA observed refrigerator to be clean and in operable condition. LPA observed items in the refrigerator not to be expired. Food that was not in the original packaging were sealed and labeled with an expiration date. Per Director, food is not prepared at the facility, it is pre made and brought daily from an outside source. LPA observed required posted documentation which included, Facility License, LIC610- Emergency Disaster Plan, Publication (PUB) 393- Notification of Parent Rights, PUB 269- Child Passenger Restraint System, LIC 613A- Notification of Personal Rights and Lunch/Snack Menus. All documents were observed in the classroom. LPA observed Sign in/out sheets, LIC 9148 Earthquake Preparedness, Daily Activity Schedule, and Verification of Disaster and Fire Drills (last conducted on 4/7/23). All documents were observed during the inspection. Children’s records were reviewed for LIC 613A- Personal Rights, Admission Agreement, Immunization Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 701- Physician’s Report, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, and LIC 995A Notification of Parents’ Rights. All records were observed to be complete. Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, staff qualifications, LIC 508-Criminal Record Statement, LIC 503- Health Screening Report, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, Proof of immunizations against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, and LIC 9108- Statement of Child and Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. All records were observed to be complete. 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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. 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.htm Based on the LPA’s observation and record review no deficiencies will be cited today, 7/20/23. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the Director. Appeal rights were discussed and provided to the Director.