Routine inspection·July 20, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Thompson conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual Random. LPA and Coordinator Desiree Madrid toured the facility inside and outside and the floor and yard plan (LIC 999) were verified. There were 13 school age children and 3 school age staff present at the time of arrival. Facility hours are 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. LPA met with Director Cheyeme Cazares at 10:15 a.m. 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 with the exception of Barrett Willett and Aurora Peralta. Records show Barrett Willett has not submitted fingerprints and has not obtain criminal record clearance prior to employment. Coordinator stated Barrett Willett starting working last summer. Personnel records show Barrett Willett started his employment at the center on 7/5/2022. Aurora Peralta has been working at the center since October 3, 2022 and records show Aurora is not associated to Aldersgate United Methodist Church Day Care Center. 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 locked in cabinets. Poisons/Hazardous Items are not kept on the premises. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and were observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. The children's bathrooms are clean and sanitary. Food is prepared on site; snacks are provided. Food prep areas were clean and sanitary. Food is properly stored. Menus were posted where they could be reviewed by parents. There is filtered drinking water available. Children also bring their water/sports bottles from home. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months, last conducted on 5/2/2023. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher. Facility met all posting requirement. Continue to page 2 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. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by sports bottles with the child\342\200\231s name on it. 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. Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection this date; 4 out of 5 staff files were reviewed. Health screening and immunization's 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. LPA observed S1 did not have Immunization records available. 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. During staff file review, 3 out of 5 staff did not have prrof of their mandated reporter certification. Staff present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 6/10/2025. 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\342\200\231s name, address, and telephone number of the child\342\200\231s 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. 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. 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 Continue to page 3. Page 3 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 . CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: 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 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 child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. 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. LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian Continue to page 4 Page 4 In the areas that were evaluated, two Type A and two Type B deficiencies were observed of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 at the time of the visit. Type A deficiencies HSC 1596.871(c)(1)(A) and 101170(e). Type B deficiencies HSC 1596.8662(b)(1) and 101216(g)(1). Please see LIC 809D for deficiencies. LPA Dean Thompson informed Director Cheyeme Cazares that this report dated 7/20/2023 document(s) Two Type A citation(s) which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is/are immediate risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPA Dean Thompson informed Director Cheyeme Cazares to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 7/20/2023 that documents any Type A citation(s) to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Cheyeme Cazares. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Appeal Rights discussed. Director Cheyeme Cazaresr 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.