Routine inspection·March 21, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Romy Castanon conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual. LPA and Assistant Director Berenice Thorin toured classrooms #4, and #6-9 and preschool playground. There were 53 children and 5 staff members. The floor and yard plan (LIC 999) were verified. Facility hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. During the inspection of the indoor activity space, LPA did not observe any items which could pose a danger to children (poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, medications or hazardous items). There is a filtered drinking water dispenser and disposable cups available indoors for children in care. Children are also encouraged to bring their own water bottles. The children's bathrooms are clean and sanitary. Children nap on cots if they choose to sleep and bedding is stored individually. Families provide the linens and are taken home every week to be laundered. The families provide lunch and snacks for children in care. There are no food prep areas located at the facility. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months, last conducted on 03/06/2024. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire alarm. Facility met all posting requirements. The California Child Passenger Safety Law was posted by the entrance of each classrooms. The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. The playground was enclosed by a fence at least five feet in height. The surface of the outdoor activity space was well maintained and free of hazards. The artificial turf commercially produced around the climbing equipment, structures, slides and other similar equipment appeared to be enough to absorbs falls. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is by filtered water jug and cups. The outdoor equipment and toys were free of sharp edges. There is a body of water located at the elementary/middle school campus that is about 200 feet away from the preschool classrooms area. The facility grounds were safe, sanitary and in good repair. (Continue to page 2) Page 2 Five staff files were reviewed. Health screening and immunizations as required were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a childcare center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for five staff were reviewed and within compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporting training, and to renew the training every two years. 5 out of 5 staff members had current Mandated Reporter Training certificates that do not expire until 01/2026. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which do not expire until 06/10/2025. Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. A random sample of five children's files were reviewed. In the areas reviewed, the children\342\200\231s files were found to be in full compliance. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. The facility utilizes an electronic application called Bright Wheel for their check in/out system. The director was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.ccld.ca.gov director may request to be added to an email list to receive a Quarterly Update by contacting the Child Care Advocate at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov or at www.ccld.ca.gov LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Continue to page 3 Page 3 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 on 10/17/2023. The report results dated 11/01/2023 determined there was no lead exceedance in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. In the areas that were evaluated, no deficiencies were observed of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 at the time of the visit. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Assistant Director Berenice Thorin. Appeal Rights and deficiencies were discussed. The facility representative was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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 . End of Report