Routine inspection·June 13, 2022

On 06/13/2022 at 11:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Susy Cervantes met with director, Norma Melo for an annual inspection and explained the nature of today's visit. Director informed LPA they have a doctor's appointment and will be leaving before closing and appointed office staff, Dolores Ramirez, to sign and receive report. LPA toured the Facility both inside and outside during today's visit. 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 (PUB 269), Menus, and Activity Schedule. A listing of staff criminal record clearances associated to this facility in the CCL Licensing Information System (LIS) on 06/09/2022 was reviewed; and it indicates that not 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, 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 10 children's and 12 staff files during today's visit. Children's file's had all required documents complete and in compliance. LPA observed staff 03 is missing LIC 9052. Staff 01, 02, 03, 04, 07, 09, 10, 11, and 12 have current CPR and First Aid certifications on file. 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. Director understands the conditions, limitations, and capacity specifications of the Facility license. Director understands that children shall be visually supervised at all times. Continues on report dated 06/13/2022 pg. 1/2 Continuation of report dated 06/13/2022 pg. 2/2 LPA observed 3 teacher with 14 children in section 1, 2 teachers with 4 children in section 2, 1 teacher with 4 children in section 3, 1 teacher with 3 children in section 4, and 1 teacher with 3 children in section 5, teacher/child ratio was in compliance during today's visit. LPA observed that all rooms are 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 pitchers and disposable cups. LPA observed solid waste containers with tight-fitting lids in each room. Staff and children's bathrooms are clean, sanitary, and operable. There is a separate staff bathroom not utilized by the children which an isolated child can use if needed. Director states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. Food is prepared and brought from Little Angels in King City, 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 inaccessible to children. Any poisons are stored in the locked storage cabinet, located near the kitchen area. Medications at the Facility are stored in the director's office refrigerator or in the classroom. 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 that the outdoor equipment is age appropriate and in good condition. There is sufficient resilient materials (type: grass) in the outdoor playground area. LPA did not observe any bodies of water. 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 . Type B deficiency was cited during today's visit. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative, Dolores Ramirez. 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.