Routine inspection (3-year)·January 22, 2024

Page 1 On 1/22/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPAs), Anna Chan and Karen Navar conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of a 3-year random. LPAs and director, Cheyeme, Cazares toured the facility inside and outside and the floor and yard plan were verified. Census was taken in individual classrooms. The overall census observed was 5 infant staff and 10 infants. During the inspection it was determined that the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. Facility hours are 7a.m.- 6p.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 (detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications) were observed to be stored out of the reach of children. Poisons/Hazardous Items are not kept on the premises. Parents bring food and bottles from home for infants and facility provides snacks for infants who can self-feed. Food prep areas were clean and sanitary. Food is properly stored. Menus were posted where they could be reviewed by parents. 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 the means of an Arrowhead water jug. Bottles and drinking cups are labeled with infant\342\200\231s name on it. Children nap in cribs or on cots, and bedding is stored individually and washed daily in room 4 by staff. Room 3's bedding is taken home by parents at end of week or when needed. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months 09/19/2023. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher. Facility met all posting requirements. The California Child Passenger Safety Law was posted by the entrance of the facility. Continue Page 2 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 is made of green grass turf around the climbing equipment, slide, and other similar equipment appeared to be enough to absorbs falls. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by Arrowhead water jugs. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair and free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. The facility grounds. were safe, sanitary and 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 years after the date of the first test. For childcare 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 in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. And did not past the lead testing requirements. This poses as a health and safety risk to children and Type B citations will be issued. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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 Page 3 LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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 Transfer Request (LIC9182). The director Cheyeme, Cazares 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 (licensee / director/ facility representative) was informed, and website given, about the California Child Care Disaster Plan has been posted to the UCSF California 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. A copy of the 2016 \342\200\234A Child Care Providers Guild to Safe Sleep\342\200\235 was provided to the (licensee / director/ facility representative). English: https//www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/SIDS/Documents/SIDSchildcaresafesleep.pdf (IF SPANISH) Spanish: https//www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/SIDS/Documents/ChildCareProvSleepSPAN2011.pdf AAP: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/sleep/Pages/A-Parents-Guide-to-Safe-Sleep.aspx Page 4 NIH: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/safesleepbasics/environment/room/text_alternative Safe to Sleep Campaign: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/materials \302\267 Always place infants on their backs for sleeping \302\267 Use only a tight-fitting sheet on the crib or play yard mattress \302\267 Do not hang any items from the crib or above the crib \302\267 Keep all items, including blankets, out of the crib or play yard \302\267 Pacifiers may be used as long as they do not have items attached to them \302\267 Infants should not be swaddled or have any items covering them while sleeping \302\267 The temperature of the room should be comfortable enough for an adult to wear a t-shirt and not be too hot or too cold Based on LPA\342\200\231s observations, record reviews, and interviews the following violations were observed and are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3. 6 Type B violations; Section 101419.2(b)(2) Infant Needs and Services Plan, 101429(a)(2)(B Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision for Infants, Health and Safety Code 1596.8662(b)(1) Administration of Child Day Care Licensing,1596.8662(b)(1), HSC Lead Testing 1597.16(a)(1) , and Lead Testing Written Directives 101700(b) . See the attached LIC 809D An Inspection and exit interview were completed with director. The report was reviewed and discussed. 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. The facility representative was informed that the \342\200\234Notice of Site Visit\342\200\235 must be posted for 30 consecutive days. The \342\200\234Notice of Site Visit\342\200\235 must be posted on or adjacent to the door. Failure to post will result in Civil Penalties of $100.00. Page 4 of 4