Routine inspection·June 11, 2024

On 6/11/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Christine Jung conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual Inspection. Upon arrival, LPA was led on a tour by facility representative Lauren Sills. Sills was stepping in while the Director was on vacation. The overall census observed was 9 preschool staff and 54 preschool children. Facility hours are 7a.m.- 6p.m., Monday through Friday. The Facility Personnel Report Summary reviewed 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. Licensee 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. During the inspection, items which could pose a danger to children (detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications) were observed to be inaccessible to children. Poisons/Hazardous Items are not kept on the premises. Food is not prepared on site; children pack food from home and stored properly until mealtimes. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean, observed to be in good repair, and free of sharp edges. There was drinking water available, both indoors and outdoors, to children by refillable bottles labeled with the children’s name. The children's restrooms were clean and sanitary. Children nap on cots, bedding was stored individually, and taken home weekly to be washed by parents at end of week. The facility conducted an earthquake emergency drill on 10/19/2023. The facility had a working carbon monoxide detector. Facility met all posting requirements . (Go to Page 2) 4 staff files were reviewed. There was a separate record for each staff. 3 out 4 staff files did not have current Mandated Reporter Training Certificates. See LIC 809D for deficiencies cited. 5 children files were reviewed. There was a separate record for each child. 1 out of 5 children file did not have tuberculosis result. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. The facility uses Procare for authorized representatives to sign in and out. The person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of day. The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance and was enclosed by a fence. The surface of the outdoor activity space was maintained and free of hazards. The cushioning materials sand and rubber mats commercially produced for the purpose around the climbing equipment, slides, and other similar equipment were sufficient to absorb falls. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair. 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). The facility did not complete testing prior to their deadline, in accordance with the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. The facility purchases all drinking water from an outside vendor (Wateria) and does not prep food on-site. LPA referred facility representative to PIN 21-21.1-CCP so that lead testing can be completed. See LIC 809D for deficiency cited. 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 (Go to Page 3) The facility representative was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.ccld.ca.gov Facility representative 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 Based on LPAs observations, record reviews, and interview, the following violations were observed and are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1. See LIC 809D for violations cited: 5 Type B, 1 TV. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to post will result in a Civil Penalty of $100.00. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Lauren Sills. End of Report.