Routine inspection·February 12, 2025

On 2/12/2025 at 12:30pm Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Meza and Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Malane conducted an Annual Inspection. Facility representative Julie Labus led (LPA) Meza and (LPM) Malane on a tour of the facility inside and outside. There were 41 children and 4 Staff . Facility hours are 7a.m.- 6p.m., Monday through Friday. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on 2/12/2025 indicate that 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 kept in a locked cabinet inaccessible to children. Food is properly stored. Menus are posted where they can be reviewed by parents. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. Facility completed lead testing for water prior to their deadline, there was no excedance. There is drinking water available to children indoors by water bottle and drinking fountains. The children's restrooms are clean and sanitary. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months and keeps documentation of drills, the last disaster drill was conducted on 9/18/24. The facility has a at least one working carbon monoxide detector. Facility meets all posting requirements. (continue to page 2) (page 2) The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained and free of hazards. There is turf under high climbing play equipment and is sufficient to absorb falls. The outdoor equipment and toys are in good repair and free of sharp edges. Director Julie Labus stated that there are no bodies of water present at the facility. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by water bottles and drinking fountains. 5 Staff files were reviewed and in compliance. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 10/2/2025. A total of 5 Children's records were reviewed and in compliance. Facility utilizes application Bright Wheel for sign in and out procedure. 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.cdss.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.cdss.ca.gov LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian In the areas that were evaluated, one Type B deficiency was cited per the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 at the time of the visit. (continue to page 3) (page 3) Appeal Rights and deficiencies were discussed. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Julie Labus. 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 . (end of report)