Routine inspection·April 16, 2024

On April 16, 2024 at approximately 01:00 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nathan Garcia met with Site Director, Nicole Ramirez for an unannounced annual inspection. Purpose of the inspection was explained. There was 1 child present in the facility, the child is in a TK program and rest of the children in the program starts at 3:00 PM. At approximately 3:00 PM, three additional children arrived. Facility operates day care Monday - Friday 12:00pm to 5:30pm. With Director, LPA inspected 2 day care rooms and the outdoor space. LPA observed facility has combined smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors, LPA tested the functionality of the detectors. 2 fully charged fire extinguisher model 2A10BC located on multiple areas and in each rooms. The facility has a working telephone on site. All cleaning solutions, poisons, and other chemicals dangerous to the children are stored inaccessible to the children. Facility has age-appropriate furniture. Facility floor and rugs are in good repair and free of any hazards. There are first aid supplies available in the classrooms and in the office. All bathrooms are in working condition. All food is stored properly to avoid contamination. Individual items provided by the parents are labeled and stored appropriately. According to Nicole, the facility serves PM snacks prepped and served at the facility. No lunches offered because it's an after school program. Per director, the children are provided through kitchen sink as main source of drinking water, as needed. The water is filtered through Brita water pitchers refilled from the sink faucet and water bottles are brought from home. Foods are nut-free and food preparation area is free of litter. Food is stored adequately to prevent contamination and properly labeled. There is water available for children in the yard as well as in the classrooms and emergency bags. LPA observed outdoor areas and age appropriate play structures are free from health and safety hazards. The outdoor area has shaded areas for the children to rest with a garden. There are a variety of toys and carts to ride on available for the children. There are also sheds/bins and storage areas for the toys when they're not being used. ***page 2 for continuation*** ***Page 2 continued*** CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). LPA requested LIC forms associated with the lead water testing from the director. According to Nicole, the facility is using MyRec for sign in/out. Facility has license and all other required documents posted and visible for the public. Facility has an emergency drill log and last drill was conducted on April 5, 2024. Per staff, drills are done at least every month rotating them between fire and earthquake drills and lock down drills, led by the school district. LPA reviewed the facility records. LPA reviewed 1 child's file during the visit. LPA reviewed 1 staff files with qualifying requirements such as ECE Units, CPR and Mandated Reporter Training. 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. Facility was informed that as of September 1, 2016, a person may not be employed or volunteer at a childcare facility unless he or she has been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or qualifies for an exemption pursuant to Health and Safety code 1596.7995 and 1597.662. ***Page 3 for continuation*** ***Page 3 Continuation*** Director is aware that all staff is required to complete Mandated Reporter Training every two years. The training can be obtained online at www.mandatedreporterca.com . LPA observed the completion certificates on file. LPA encourages the director to frequently visit our website at www.ccld.ca.gov for licensing regulations and new updates. 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 . According to staff, there are 2 children with allergies. Incidental Medical Services – IMS. 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. 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 Director was advised any additional questions to call Office, M-F, 8am-5pm, 650-266-8800 or 1-844-538-8766. Website: www.cdss.ca.gov No deficiencies are issued under Title 22, Division 12 Chap. 1 CA Code of Regulations during today's visit. A copy of this report was given with the “Notice of Site Visit” to the staff. 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 and signed by director, Nicole Ramirez.