Routine inspection·June 23, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Carmen Odom conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual Random. Upon arrival LPA met with assistant director, Tara Mazieka. Assistant director stated director is currently on vacation. At 9:10am assistant director took LPA on a tour of the facility inside and outside the floor and yard plan (LIC 999). Census was taken in Room #B115, B118, B122. The overall census observed was 6 infant staff and 16 infant children, infants were playing and eating snacks. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. At 9:25am during the facility inspection LPA observed 2 baby equipment, an exersaucer and a jumper without infants in it, inside the classroom. Assistant director was not aware that the baby equipment is not allowed in the childcare center. A baby walker and similar equipment is not allowed on the premises of a childcare center. Facility hours are 8:00a.m.- 5:00p.m., Monday through Friday. 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, items which could pose a danger to children (cleaning compounds, and medications) were observed to be stored out of the reach of children. Poisons/Hazardous Items are not kept on the premises. Infant food is provided by families and served on site. Bottles and food containers brought from home are properly labeled with name and date. Food prep areas were clean and sanitary. Food is properly stored. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and were observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. There is drinking water available to children indoors by water bottles with the child’s name on it and staff refill their water bottle from filtered Brita pitchers. Infants are not potty trained in the infant center. Infant napping area had individual cribs with tight fitted sheets, no blankets or objects were observed inside or hanging from the cribs. Continue to page 2 Page 2 Toddler classroom nap on mats and cots. Linen is washed daily at by the childcare center. There is sufficient napping equipment. The changing table is within arm’s reach of a sink and appears clean and sanitary. Infant changing tables have a padded surface no less that one inch thick and are covered by washable vinyl/plastic. Infant changing tables have raised sides at least three inches high. The furniture, equipment and toys were age appropriate for infants. Trash receptacles containing solid waste have tight fitting lids. Firearms and other weapons are not allowed or stored on the premises. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher. Facility met all posting requirement . The California Child Passenger Safety Law was posted by the entrance of the facility. There is a separate infant playground physically separate from the other age groups. The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. The playground was enclosed by a fence at least four feet in height. The surface of the outdoor activity space was well maintained and free of hazards. The cushioning material rubber flooring commercially produced for the purpose around the climbing equipment, and crawling for infants appeared to be enough to absorb falls. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by water bottles. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair and free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. Facility conducted a water lead test on 11/3/22. Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date, 5 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 infant 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, staff files reviewed were within compliance. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 8/2023. Infant teacher qualification was reviewed for staff and within compliance. Continue to page 3 Page 3 Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. A random sample of 5 children's files were reviewed for documentation of the child’s name, address, and telephone number of the child’s authorized representative and of relatives or others that can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary (LIC 700) and a medical assessment (LIC701 and LIC702). LPA reviewed LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping Plan in children’s files and napping log for all infants up to 24 months. Facility uses Bright Wheel app to document the 15 minute nap log and daily report of each infant. In the areas reviewed the children’s files were found to be in full compliance. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. The person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. Childcare center uses electronic QR code to sign in and out. 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 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 Information on the additional nutrition training, immunization requirements for children, and Health Schools Act ( http://www.cdpr.ca.gov/docs/pestmgt/schoolipm.htm ) were provided. The director was informed, and website given, about the California Child Care Disaster Plan has been posted to the UCSF California Continue to page 4 Page 4 Childcare Health Program website: cchp.ucsf.edu/content/disaster-preparedness Also provided was information about the E-Learning Modules available at https://ccld.childcarevideos.org A copy of the California Department of Social Services Lead Information Brochure was explained and provided to the facility representative. Licensee 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. Based on LPA observations, record reviews and interviews the following violation was observed is being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, Section 101439(d)(2) Infant Care Center Fixture, Furniture, Equipment, and Supplies, is being cited on the attached LIC 809D. 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 . Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Assistant Director Tara Mazeika. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. 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.