Routine inspection·April 11, 2023

On 04/11/2023 at 9:45 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Susy Cervantes, met with director, Camelia Pantoja, for an annual inspection and explained the nature of today's visit to them. LPA toured the facility both inside and outside for today's inspection. LPA observed the required posted materials, including the Facility License, Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610), Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC 9148), Parents' Rights Poster (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Child Car Seat Law, Menus, and Activity Schedule. There are two active waivers at this time for shared playground and bus driver supervision. Facility has a toddler component. A listing of staff criminal record clearances associated to this facility in the CCL Licensing Information System (LIS) on 04/06/2023 was reviewed and it indicates that all Facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background clearances have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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 licensed Family Child Care Home. 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 reviewed seven children and five staff's files during today's inspection and observed that all required documentation is on file. Director and all staff reviewed have current CPR and first aid. Director understands that there shall be at least one person, with valid CPR and First Aid certifications, on site at all times or present during off-site activities (field trips). Continues on report dated 04/11/2023 ______________________________________ pg. 1/3 Continuation of report dated 04/11/2023 ______________________________________ pg. 2/3 LPA observed that the teacher/child ratio was in compliance during today's visit. LPA observed three preschool children with three teachers and three toddlers with three teachers at the facility. Director understands the conditions, limitations, and capacity specifications of the facility license. Director understands that children shall be visually supervised at all times. LPA observed the facility is clean and safe for all children and staff. Drinking water is readily available for the children in each room and in the outdoor playground area via water dispenser/disposable cups. LPA observed solid waste containers with tight-fitting lids in the facility. Children's bathrooms are clean, sanitary, and operable. There is a separate staff toilet not utilized by the children which an isolated child can use if needed. Director stated that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. The food preparation and storage areas are clean, free of litter & rubbish, and free of rodents and other vermin. All food and beverages that require refrigeration are stored in covered containers at 45 degrees F or less. Cleaning supplies are inaccessible to the children and stored in high cabinets and staff bathroom inaccessible to children. Any poisons are stored in locked storage cabinets. Any medications at the facility will be stored in a locked box in each classroom and the refrigerator if needed. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. 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 LPA observed all furniture and equipment is in good condition and safe for the children. The playground areas utilized by children is surrounded by appropriate fencing and the outdoor surfaces are safe for the children. LPA observed the toddler playground and the preschool playground are separated by a fence. LPA observed that the outdoor equipment is age appropriate and in good condition. The playground canopy provides shade for the day care children. LPA did not observe any bodies of water. Continuation of report dated 04/11/2023 ______________________________________ pg. 3/3 LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with director, Camelia Pantoja, 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 director 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/process . No deficiencies were cited during today's visit. Director was informed that failure to correct the deficiencies by the specified Plan of Correction Due Date will result in assessment of civil penalties in the amount of $100 per day per violation until the correction is made. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the director, Camelia Pantoja. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.