Routine inspection·September 14, 2022

On September 14, 2022., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Van met with Director Lisa Vaillancourt for an unannounced annual random inspection in conjunction with a conclusionary of a complaint investigation. The purpose of the inspection was explained and granted entry to the facility by the Director. The Center operates in two buildings, a detached Preschool Building #1 and building #2 in the Church. Present today are nine children with 5 teachers. Staff to children ratio is met. The days and operations hours are Monday - Friday from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. LPA toured and inspected the physical plant for any health and safety hazards. LPA observed the facility has an electronic sign-in and out using the Cura Cubby app. Parents are required to scan a unique barcode to enter the app. The facility is in good repair and has proper temperature and ventilation. Classrooms have age-appropriate toys and learning materials. Furniture appears steady and in good repair. The facility has multiple carbon monoxide detectors , a centralized smoke alarm, fully charged fire extinguishers, and working telephones. LPA observed that each child has their cubbies available with their name labeled. Emergency supplies are stored in locked storage. First aid supplies are fully stocked and available for children's use. All cleaning solutions, poisons, and other dangerous chemicals are stored in an area inaccessible to children. Sleeping cots are appropriately stored. All children's toilets and handwashing sinks are in good working condition with proper sanitation. LPA observed no bodies of water on the premises. The outdoor play area is completely fenced, clean, and in good repair. Outdoor play structures are in good condition and free of loose parts, and soft cushioning is underneath all play structures to absorb accidental falls. Per Director, the sandbox is inspected daily. Continued on page 2... The facility had posted the required forms. (i.e., License, waivers, Notification of Parent's Rights, Notification of Personal Rights, Car Seat Law, Emergency Disaster Plan, and Daily activities ). Per the Director, the Center provides children with morning and afternoon snacks, and lunch is brought from home . The snack menu is observed posted. The food preparation area is adequately equipped, clean, and free of hazards; this area is made inaccessible to children. The facility has water pitchers readily available for children indoors and outdoors. All storage containers for solid waste within the Center have a proper tight-fitting cover. Children's records and personnel records were reviewed during the inspection. Records review showed the facility has records of each child's authorized representative's names, addresses, and telephone numbers. In addition, each child's immunization record, medical assessment, and admission agreement can be located in each child's file. Staff records indicate that all staff or individuals requiring caregiver background checks have received criminal records and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Multiple staff members have a record of valid CPR. All staff maintained immunization records. LPA reviewed the educational qualification of the staff, and all staff had the required ECE units. The Director stated that the Center conducts fire and earthquakes monthly; the last drill was conducted on September 1, 2022. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children's, 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 Continued on page 3... The 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 the 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 Director was informed about Mandated Reporter training. In addition to AB1207 training required to complete every two years by the Licensee and all staff hired, a one-time General Training is also required. Training can be taken online at www.mandaterreporterca.com . Also, the Director was reminded of Pesticide training. Information on the DPR website at: www.cdpr.ca.gov/shoolipm/childcare LPA encouraged the Director to visit the Licensing website at www.ccld.ca.gov for licensing regulations and new updates. Director can also email at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov and ask for the updates to be added to the email list. During the inspection, LPA requested the following document be sent to the Licensing office by September 30, 2022. 1. an up-to-date Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610) 2. Personnel Report (LIC 500) 3. Designation of Administrative Responsibility (LIC 308). 4. Incidental Medical Services Plan 5. Updated Mandated reporter training 6. Basic Pest Management Training completion for all staff Continued on page 4... 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 . No deficiencies were cited today. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the Director, Lisa Vaillancourt Today's report and notice of site visit were provided to the Director. LPA informed the Director that the site visit notice must be posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.