Routine inspection·June 28, 2023

On June 28, 2023 at 01:05 p.m. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kendal Zirbes met with facility staff Kristen Connelly. The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a required one year inspection at the licensed facility. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection to the facility representative. Present during today\342\200\231s inspection were zero infant age children, and one facility staff member. The infant area consists of one classroom, kitchen, child bathroom, staff restro om, staff break room and office space. The center also operates a preschool program ( 263808720 ) . The preschool program is separate from the infant program. An approved waiver is on file regarding the infant center outdoor space. The center operates seasonally as a drop in center from 08:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m., seven days a week. Typically the Center operates mid November thru the end of April. Indoor/Children's Area: Infant center is equipped with appropriate furniture and equipment. Furniture and toys were maintained in good repair, safe condition and was age appropriate. LPA did not observe sharp points or edges, or small parts that could be swallowed. Per Administrator equipment, toys and furniture are sanitized daily or more often as necessary. There are hand washing sinks within arms length of the changing table s. No infant is left without supervision nor left unattended. The facility is in compliance with the staff/infant ratio and is not exceeding the approved capacity for the facility based on a conversation with the facility staff. LPA observed trash cans for solid waste have tight fitting lids. All materials and surfaces are toxic free. No fireplaces were present. There are carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector and Fire Extinguishers located throughout the Center. The Center had working telephone service on the premises. There is an isolation area for children who become ill while in care. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at all times. Water is available through personal sippy cups filed from the faucet. Used diapers are put in a air tight container. Each infant has a container labeled with their name for the storage of personal items. Evacuation cribs available. No smoking is allowed on the premises. LPA did not observe baby walkers or other prohibited play equipment on the premises. Report Continued on page two Report continued from page one Napping : LPA observed mats and cribs. LPA observed the crib mattresses were made of a cleanable vinyl material and were in good repair. The sleeping area is separated from the infant activity space by a dutch door. Sheets are cleaned and changed everyday or more often as necessary. Other: Electrical outlets are inaccessible, there are no recalled and or prohibited toys or sleep/play equipment observed on the premises. Window cords were inaccessible to children. Restrooms: There is a children's restroom located in the preschool classroom if needed. The restroom had three toilets and three sinks. The area was clean and sanitary at the time of this inspection. A diaper changing area was located in the infant classroom. The area was clean and sanitary during this inspection. Kitchen: The facility has a self contained kitchen with a half-wall and half-door with a latch to keep children from entering this area of the facility. Kitchen has a sink, refrigerator, and a stove. Medications and first aid supplies are located in this area. Outdoor : An approved waiver is on file regarding the outdoor activity space. The facility does not have an exclusive outdoor activity area. Sinc e the facility is located at 8000 feet of elevation and operates during the winter months, the facility goes on field trips and/or outdoor nature walks using a four passenger stroller, weather permitting. During the inspection LPA reviewed five child file and four staff files. Based on LPA review all child files and staff files were complete and contained the required information. LPA and facility staff discussed the required 15 minute safe sleep checks. This Center operates as a drop in Center therefore new children are cared for each day. Facility representative stated the 15 minute checks were being documented on a white board in the infant classroom everyday as required. However the facility did not record a copy of the 15 minute checks therefore LPA was unable to review the documentation. LPA provided the facility with a technical advisory notice as the records need to be maintained in the child files and available for the Departments review. Facility Records LPA and Facility representative reviewed the LIC 311A Records To Be Maintained At The Facility. LPA asked for documentation related to the required Lead testing. Facility representative stated the required testing has not been completed yet however the facility is in the process of scheduling the Lead inspection. Per facility staff the building was constructed prior to 1/1/2010. Based on interviews, the center did not have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023. Therefore a type B citation was issued, refer to LIC 809D. Report continued on page three Postings: The following were observed posted as required: facility license, Personal Rights (LIC613A), Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster (PUB 393L), car seat law (PUB 269), emergency disaster plan. 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 publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm Facility representative 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 facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed facility representative 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. 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/inspection-process . Report continued Based on LPA observations, and record review, one type B citation was issued along with one advisory notice. Refer to LIC 809D A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Kristen Connelly .