Routine inspection·September 14, 2023

On September 14, 2023 at approximately 9:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nathan Garcia met with Director, Natella Shtern for an unannounced annual inspection for the pre school facility. Purpose of the inspection was explained. There were 19 children and 7 teachers present during the visit. Facility operates day care program Monday- Friday from 7:30 through 5:30 PM. LPA inspected day care room and the outdoor space. LPA observed facility has multiple smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors, multiple fully charged fire extinguisher model 3A40BC located on multiple areas. 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 classroom. All bathrooms are in working condition. Individual items provided by the parents are labeled and stored appropriately. According to Natella, the facility serves breakfast, and afternoon snacks all served on site. The lunches are brought from home. Per staff, the children are provided through water services as main source of drinking water, refilled as needed. The kids mainly bring their water bottles from home. All food is stored properly to avoid contamination. 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 multiple outdoor areas and play structures are free from health and safety hazards. The outdoor area has play structures, water tables and padded floors. There are a variety of toys and sport equipment available for the children. There are also sheds/bins and storage areas for the toys when they're not being used. LPA observed that the facility is expanding their outdoor space. ***page 2 for continuation*** ***Page 2 continued*** CCC DID NOT COMPLETE TESTING PRIOR TO THEIR DEADLINE 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 verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . Based on the interview with director, Natella Shtern, the facility uses water services for food preparation and water ingestion. The director has requested an exemption for lead water testing for the facility. LPA sent instructions on how to request for such exemption. According to the Natella, the facility is using paper 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 June 15, 2023. Per Natella, drills are done at least every 6 months and the school also rotates them between lock down/fire and earthquake drills. The LPA reviewed the facility records. LPA reviewed 6 children's files during the visit. LPA reviewed 5 staff files with qualifying requirements such as ECE Units, CPR and Mandated Reporter Training. The facility has a set learning curriculum and schedule posted in the classroom. 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. ***Page 3 for continuation*** ***Page 3 Continuation*** 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. 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. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. According to staff, there are 2 children with peanut allergies and Epipens are provided by authorized representatives. LPA inspected the medicine and are valid. 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 were cited today under Title 22 Division 12 of the California Code of Regulations. Technical Violation for Lead Water Testing. A copy of this report, and the \342\200\234Notice of Site Visit\342\200\235 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 Site supervisor, Natella Shtern.