Routine inspection·July 23, 2025

On 07/23/25 at 1:10pm Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs), Chan and Pham conducted an unannounced onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual Random Visit. LPAs met with Director Karen Vaccaro 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 8 infant children and 4 staff. Children were napping when LPAs arrived at 1:25pm. 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 disposable cups. Page 1 of 4 Younger Infants nap on cribs and older infants nap on cots. Beddings are stored individually. Sheets and blankets are washed by the facility daily. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher. The facility conducted an emergency drill on 07/22/25. Facility met all posting requirement. The California Child Passenger Safety Law was posted by the entrance of the facility. 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 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 disposable cups. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair and free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water at the premises and none was observed. 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 11/2026. 5 Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete, and current record for each child. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed through Child Plus. Each child representative has their own login. Fifteen minutes sleep log was reviewed through Learning Genie App. In the areas reviewed the children\342\200\231s files were found to be in full compliance. Page 2 of 4 Currently, there are no 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 English: https//www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/SIDS/Documents/SIDSchildcaresafesleep.pdf AAP: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/sleep/Pages/A-Parents-Guide-to-Safe-Sleep.aspx 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 Page 3 of 4 Transfer Request (LIC9182). The Director was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.ccld.ca.gov Facility 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 no deficiencies were observed of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 at the time of the visit. An Inspection and exit interview were completed with Director Karen Vaccaro. The report was reviewed and discussed. Notice of Site Visit was posted and must remain posted for 30 consecutive days. Appeal Rights was provided. Page 4 of 4