Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Cortney Nelson, met with
Site Supervisor, Maria Ramos, and Child Development Coordinator
, Maria Cortes, for an unannounced Required- 1 Year Inspection. LPA was granted access to the facility by the
Site Supervisor
and toured both indoors and outdoors during the inspection. Upon arrival, there were
19 preschool-age
children
and
4 teachers present, which is compliant with the facility license capacity and
ratio requirements. LPA observed all required postings near the entrance to the facility. Hours of operation for the facility are
Monday \342\200\223 Friday, 6:00AM-6:00PM
.
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 reviewed sign-in/out sheets, children's roster, and fire/disaster drill log during today\342\200\231s inspection. Sign-in/out was observed to be completed with full legal signature and time of day. The last fire/disaster drill was conducted on 5/19/2022
,
which is compliant with the six-month requirement for facilities. LPA observed a fully charged
3A40BC
fire extinguisher, functioning smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector.
Facility Representative
states that she does not currently have any children in care who require Incidental Medical Services
and does not administer medication at this time
. The
Facility Representativ
e
states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual- Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers, Section 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 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
Indoor areas of the facility were inspected by the LPA today and observed to be clean, orderly, and safe for the day care children. LPA observed sufficient age-appropriate materials, toys, and play equipment in the facility. Furniture, such as tables, chairs, and shelves, are in good condition and safe for children. The floors were clean and free of tripping hazards. There is a Plasmawave air purifier located in the classroom. Drinking water is readily available for children in the facility via
water dispensers and disposable cups.
Staff and children\342\200\231s bathrooms are clean, sanitary, and operable. There is a separate staff bathroom, not utilized by the children, which an isolated child can use if necessary. The
Facility Representative
has a working telephone in the facility.
Food is provided by the facility (PVUSD food program) and is stored, prepared, and served in a safe and healthful manner to the children. Facility offers
full
day program and provides
breakfast, AM snack, PM snack, and lunch
to children. Menu is in writing and posted at least one week in advance, accessible to authorized representatives, with food portion sizes listed. The kitchen and storage area is clean and free of litter and rubbish. Equipment necessary for the storage, preparation and service of food is well maintained, clean, and sanitized after each use.
The outdoor area of the facility was inspected and observed to be fenced in. LPA observed play equipment was in good condition, age-appropriate, and has sufficient resilient materials
(rubber padding)
to absorb falls. There are 3 functioning sinks outside for children to wash their hands. Two drinking fountains located outside are not used for drinking water, water dispensers and cups are located outside. No outdoor bodies of water were observed during today\342\200\231s inspection. Shaded rest area is provided by
canopy and building overhang.
10
children\342\200\231s files
were reviewed during today\342\200\231s inspection
and all required documents were present. All children have current immunization records.
6
staff files
were reviewed and all required documents were present. All staff have current Child Development Teacher Permits and proof of immunization (tDap, MMR, flu). Site Supervisor has current CPR/First-Aid that expires
3/27/2023 and
current Mandated Reporter Training that expires on
8/18/2023
. LPA reminded
Facility Representative
that both must be renewed every 2 years.
The
Facility Representative
understands that the site supervisor shall be on the premises during the hours the center is in operation and that children at the center shall be visually supervised at all times. LPA reminded
Facility Representative
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, such as field trips.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the
Facility Representatives, Maria Ramos & Maria Cortes.
As a result of today\342\200\231s inspection, no deficiencies were cited.
A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS.
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
.