Routine inspection·May 11, 2023

On 5/11/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hanson Leong, made an unannounced annual visit to the child daycare facility listed above. The LPA was granted entry by the Director, Alyssa Gleason. The LPA explained the purpose of the visit to the Director. 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 two staff members supervising eighteen preschool aged children. Children\342\200\231s capacity and ratio requirements were observed to be in compliance. During the visit, the LPA observed a parent of an enrolled child teaching yoga to the preschool aged children. A parent of an enrolled child Is allowed to be in a childcare facility without obtaining fingerprint clearance. 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 observed that the playground equipment and outdoor furnishings are in very good shape. The LPA found that the facility did not have any pools, spas, or other types of bodies of water of any kind. 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 files of five different children. All required forms were in the files of the five children. The LPA reviewed the files of the two staff members. All required forms were in the files of the two staff members. Review of the training records shows the two staff members are current with their Pediatric First Aid / CPR training. ***See Page 2 for continuation*** Continued, Page 2 The LPA reviewed the facility's emergency drill log. According to the facility\342\200\231s emergency drill log, the facility's emergency drills are carried out twice a year. Based on record review, the LEAD water testing was completed on 4/1/2023, which is required for all licensed childcare facilities. The 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 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 the Mandated Reporter training. In addition to AB1207 training required to complete every two years by 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 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 under CCR, Title 22, Div. 12. A copy of this report, and the \342\200\234Notice of Site Visit\342\200\235, were given to Alyssa Gleason . A \342\200\234Notice of Site Visit\342\200\235 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 Alyssa Gleason.