Routine inspection·October 18, 2023

On 10/18/2023 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), A. Bootorabi conducted an on site visit for the purpose of a 1 year required inspection. LPA and VANTA, KELLI toured the facility inside and outside and the floor. Census was taken upon entry of each classroom: Toddler Option\342\200\223 Calafi: 12 / 2 Staff Rm 204: 13 Children Trestles: 18 Children: 2 Staff SC Pier: 20/ 1 Staff Riviera: 7 Children: 1 Staff Lost Winds: 19 / 1 Staff During the inspection, it was determined the facility is operati ng within its licensed capacity and within compliance with staffing ratios. Facility hours were confirmed with director. The confirmed hours are 7:30 a.m.- 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Documents reviewed and to be posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area at the facility: Facility License, Waivers (if applicable), Menus, LIC 613A Personal Rights, PUB 269, PUB 393 Notification of Parent Rights, and LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Plan. Documents were posted by the front door and visible to the public. Corrections to this were made during the visit. The facility was missing documentation and a consultation was provided. The facility was able to update their board during the inspection to meet the requirements. Documents to be reviewed during inspection: Verification of Disaster and Fire Drill, Daily Activity Schedule, Sign In/Out Sheets, and LIC 9148 Earthquake Preparedness. The facility had 3 of 4 documents available for review. PAGE 1 The last Fire Drill was conducted on 07/19/2023. The daily activity schedule was posted by each classroom. SIGN IN AND SIGN OUT :The facility is currently using paper to sign in/out. The LPA observed the sign-in procedure consisting of a clipboard with children's names at the front entrance The facility\342\200\231s sign-in and out procedure does not include: The person who signs the child in/out shall use his/her full legal signature and shall record the time of day. (b) The person who brings the child to, and removes the child from, the center shall sign the child in/out. A consultation was provided. The LPA did not observe LIC 9148 Earthquake Preparedness. A consultation was provided. NAPPING EQUIPMENT: Cots used for napping were observed to be maintained in a safe condition. Napping equipment was observed to be arranged so that each child has access to a walkway without having to walk on or over the cots or mats of other children. The bedding was observed to be stored so that each child\342\200\231s bedding is identifiable and no child\342\200\231s used bedding comes into contact with other bedding. DRINKING WATER : Drinking water was observed and readily available to children in both indoor activity areas. FOOD SERVICES : The facility provides meals and was reminded that in childcare centers providing meals to children, the following shall apply: (1) All food shall be safe and of the quality and quantity necessary to meet the needs of the children. Each meal shall include, at a minimum, the number of food components as specified by Title 7, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 226.20, (Revised January 1, 1990) Requirements for Meals, for the age group served. All food shall be selected, stored, prepared, and served in a safe and healthful manner . IDENTIFICATION AND LOCATION OF MEDICATION STORED IN THE FACILITY : The LPA observed medication being stored in a locked box inside the front desk office . The LPA reviewed the record of current medications, including the name of the prescribing physician, and instructions. Page 2 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/ . CARBON MONOXIDE \342\200\223 SMOKE DETECTOR \342\200\223 FIRE EXTINGUISHER: A functioning carbon monoxide detector were tested by the director during today\342\200\231s visit and were observed to be functioning. A fire extinguisher was observed in the in the hallway by the exit to the playground and was marked as last serviced on 08/17/2023. The director stated that the smoke alarm was tested recently when the fire department visited the facility as it is part of the sprinkle system. OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE: Th e surface of the outdoor activity space was observed to be maintained in a safe condition for activities. The surface of the outdoor activity space was observed to be free of hazards including, but not limited to, holes, broken glass, and other debris. A consultation was provided for best practice of storing hazardous items. The cushioning material used underneath the climbing structure in the outdoor space consists of sand. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair and were free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. The facility\342\200\231s outdoor grounds are safe, sanitary, and in good repair. LPA observed bikes, mud kitchen, gardening area and bikes for children. PERSONNEL RECORDS : The LPA requested to review staff records of adults working directly with children. The following documents were requested for review exemptions or exemptions, Staff Qualifications, Immunization Records, LIC 9052 Employee Rights, LIC 9108 Statement Acknowledging Requirement to report Child Abuse, 1 CPR First Aid Certification of staff present at the facility at all times, TB clearance, and a Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. PAGE 3 The facility had one separate file for each staff member. The files reviewed during today\342\200\231s visit were observed to not completed. There is at least 1 certified in CPR & First Aide. All staff did not have current Mandated Reporter Training. BACKGROUND CLEARANCE : 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. The 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. Children\342\200\231s Records Reviewed The LPA requested complete children\342\200\231s records of children enrolled in the program. Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete, and current record for each child. The LPA reviewed files to verify the following documents Immunization Records, LIC 700 Identification, Emergency Medical Treatment, and LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights. The children\342\200\231s records are complete currently. A consultation was provided. Child Care Licensing Program Webinars: The Child Care Licensing Program is pleased to continue offering webinars to share important information with the childcare licensing community in 2023. 2023 Webinar Schedule \342\200\242 Tuesday, December 12, 2023, 6:00 p.m. To register for webinars, see Provider Information Notice (PIN), PIN 22-30-CCP . PAGE 4 The director was informed of the www.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. Safe Sleep: LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the licensee [or facility representative] and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed the director of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. 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 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 21-21.1CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance with the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. The facility did not meet the California Code of Regulations, Title 22 Division 12, and regulations not met were observed, discussed, and cited at the time of the visit. The following violations of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22; Division 12, were observed and cited today: page 5 Notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee [or facility representative] (include name). Appeal Rights were explained. The Licensee was provided a copy of appeal rights (LIC 9058 01/16) 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. First-level appeals should be sent to the regional manager at the address listed above. The Notice of Site Visit was posted and discussed as required by H&S Code Sec. 1596.817. 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/inspection-process End of Report