Routine inspection·April 17, 2024

On 04/17/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Anna Chan conducted an unannounced onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual Random Visit. LPA met with Site Supervisor Carmen Mora and 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 9 infant and 5 staff. Children were napping when LPA arrived around 1:10pm. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. Facility hours are 7:30a.m.- 5:30p.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. All staff is fingerprint associated through a master file under Matt Kline Headstart (300603968) 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. The OC Headstart Placentia Kitchen delivers food at the facility. Menus are posted where it can be seen by parents in the classrooms. Parents are also provided with a copy of menu every month through Learning Genie App. Allergy list of children are also placed in a cupboard in each classroom. Water is provided by a filtered water and Brita water dispenser and sippy cups with children\342\200\231s name on it. Infants 12 months and below nap on cribs and infants 12 months and above nap on cots. Beddings are stored individually. Sheets and blankets are washed by the facility daily. The facility conducted an emergency drill on 03/14/24. 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. Page 1 The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. The infant 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 playground has a rubberized surfacing around the climbing structure such as slide and other climbing equipment which appears to be enough to absorb falls. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by filtered water and sippy cups with the children\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 at the premises. 5 Staff files were reviewed for the facility inspection on this date. Health screening and immunization as required were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1596.7995 (a)(1) a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for the facility were reviewed and within compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporter training, and to renew the training every two years. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 11/2025. 5 Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete, and current record for each child. 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. CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND HAS 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. The facility has done Lead Test on March 25, 2023 with no exceedance Page 2 of 3 Currently, there are medications in the facility. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services (IMS) 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 was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.ccld.ca.gov Site Supervisor 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 In the areas that were evaluated, a Type B deficiencies were observed of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 at the time of the visit. HSC 1597.16(a)(1). Please see LIC 809D for deficiencies. An Inspection and exit interview were completed with Site Supervisor Carmen Mora. The report was reviewed and discussed. Appeal Rights 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 3 of 3