Routine inspection·November 21, 2022

On 11/21/2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Hanson Leong, made an unannounced annual visit to the Pickleweed Preschool facility. The LPA was granted entry by the Director, Maria Velarde. The LPA explained the purpose of the visit to the director. Guardian, the department's system for conducting background checks, has confirmed that all the individuals listed on the facility\342\200\231s roster have been granted permission to work or be present in a childcare facility. The LPA observed five staff members supervising twenty-six children. Children's capacity and ratio requirements were observed to be in compliance, LPA and the director both performed comprehensive inspections of the facility to look for possible threats to health and safety. The facility offers a first aid kit that is completely loaded with everything that is required for the treatment of wounds and other types of injuries. Toys, furnishings, and learning materials in all classes are age appropriate. The LPA made the observation that the playground equipment and outdoor furnishings are in very good shape. The outdoor play structure is surrounded by sand, which can cushion any falls that may occur. The LPA noted that there were no bodies of water present at the facility. All poisons, cleaning products, and other potentially harmful substances have been stored in a location that is inaccessible to children. The building is equipped with smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers that are properly charged, centralized smoke alarms, and phones that are in working order. The director has stated that the facility does not house any firearms or other types of weapons. The LPA observed that the facility posted the required documents. (i.e., license, waivers, notification of parental rights, notification of personal rights, car seat law, emergency disaster plan, and daily activities). The LPA reviewed the records of five children. All required forms were in the files of the five children. The LPA reviewed the records of five staff members. All required forms were in the files of the five staff members. A review of the training records of the five staff members reveals that their CPR/First Aid certification are current, but they lack the required Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) sticker, which is required for approved CPR/First-aid providers. ***See Page 2 for continuation*** Continued, Page 2 The director was informed by the LPA that the facility would be receiving a Type-B violation since none of the staff members have the required EMSA sticker on their CPR/First Aid certification. The LPA has informed the director that a Plan of Correction would be provided for all Type-B violations. This Plan of Correction will enable the director to correct the violation. According to the director, the facility satisfies the requirements by carrying out simulations of fire and earthquake drills four times a year, as well as by documenting their results. 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 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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed with the director. 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 the publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm The LPA encouraged the director to frequently visit the Licensing website at www.ccld.ca.gov for licensing regulations and new updates. The director can also email at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov and ask to be added to the email list for the updates. A copy of this report, the \342\200\234Notice of Site Visit,\342\200\235and their appeal rights were given to the director A Notice of Site Visit must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the Director, Maria Velarde