Routine inspection·July 26, 2022

On 7/26/2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Hanson Leong, made an unannounced annual visit to the Creart Preschool facility. LPA was granted entry by the lead teacher, Lynn Nichelini. LPA explained the purpose of the visit to the lead teacher. All facility\342\200\231s staff members have had their criminal background checks cleared by Guardian. LPA observed two teachers supervising fourteen preschool children. From Monday to Friday, the hours of operation are 8:30 am. to 4:30pm. LPA and the Lead Teacher thoroughly checked the facility for potential health and safety hazards. Toys, furniture, and learning materials are all age appropriate in all classrooms. LPA observed that the outside furniture and play structures are in excellent condition. Wood chips surround the outdoor play structures, absorbing any accidental falls. Resting mats and cribs are provided for children to use while napping. LPA observed that there were no bodies of water at the facility. All cleaning products, poisons, and other hazardous chemicals have been kept out of reach of children. The facility has smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, fully charged fire extinguishers, centralized smoke alarms, and working phones. According to the director, there are no firearms or weapons in the facility. 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). LPA reviewed the records of ten children. All required forms were in the children's\342\200\231 file. The program uses a sign in / out sheet for authorized individuals to sign their children in and out. LPA reviewed the records of two staff members. All required forms were in the staff files. A review of staff records revealed that all staff members are currently certified in CPR and First Aid. ***See Page 2 for continuation*** Continued, Page 2 According to the Lead Teacher, the Center simulates fire and earthquake drills every six months. Licensee 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. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the Licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed the Licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. 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 the publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm A copy of this report, and the \342\200\234Notice of Site Visit\342\200\235 were given to the lead teacher 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 lead teacher, Lynn Nichelini