Routine inspection·July 24, 2025

On 7/24/2025, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Jung and K. Trinh conducted an inspection for the purpose of an Annual/Random Inspection. Upon arrival at approximately 12:50PM, LPAs were led on a tour by Facility Representative, Jalpaben Amin. Director, Richa Sharma, arrived at approximately 2:30PM. The overall census observed was three (3) staff and thirteen (13) infants . Facility hours are 7:00AM – 6:00PM, Monday through Friday. The Facility Personnel Report Summary reviewed 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. 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. During the inspection, items which could pose a danger to children (detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications) were observed to be inaccessible to children. Poisons/Hazardous Items are not kept on the premises. Food is not prepared on site. Food is brought from home and is properly stored. Floors, children’s equipment, and furniture were clean, observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, had tight fitting covers that were kept on and in good repair. There was drinking water available, both indoors and outdoors, to children by refillable bottles labeled with the children’s names. (Go to Page 2) (Page 2) Children nap in cribs, and bedding was stored individually. LPAs observed loose articles including blankets, bibs, and baby bottles in the cribs with napping infants; see LIC 809D for deficiency. The facility conducted an emergency drill on 12/16/2024; see LIC 809D for deficiency. The facility had a working carbon monoxide detector. Facility met all posting requirements. The outdoor activity space was inspected. Facility representative and director both stated that the infants have been using the preschool outdoor play area for several years; see LIC 809D for deficiency. Director stated that there is a designated play area for infants but they have not been using it. LPAs advised that facility may apply for a waiver to share the playground if desired. Currently, the surface of the outdoor activity space for infants was not maintained as the area has not been used for years, according to director. Director stated that they will clean the space for infants to use right away. Director stated there are no bodies of water present at the facility. Four (4) staff’s files were reviewed. On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training. 2 out of 4 staff files reviewed did not have current mandated reporter training certificates for review; see LIC 809D for deficiency. There was at least one staff member with a current CPR & First Aid certificate which expires 8/8/2026. Five (5) children’s files were reviewed. Child 1 (C1) and Child 2 (C2) did not have LIC 627 Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment on file; see LIC 809D for deficiency. C2 did not have LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping Plan on file; see LIC 809D for deficiency. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. LPA reminded facility ensure that staff check the sign in and out sheets daily to ensure that all children are signed in and out by their authorized representatives. (Go to Page 3) (Page 3) LPAs discussed the safe sleep regulations with director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPAs also informed 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. LPAs provided director with a print out of the Safe Sleep regulations. 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. Facility completed their lead testing on 09/15/2022. 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 reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, 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 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 (Go to Page 4) (Page 4) 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 LPAs provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian Based on LPAs' observations, record reviews, and interviews, the following violations were observed and are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, Section 1. See LIC 809D for violations cited: 1 Type A, 4 Type B. LPAs Jung and K. Trinh informed director, Richa Sharma, that this report dated 7/24/2025 documents one (1) Type A citation). Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is/are immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPAs Jung and K. Trinh informed the director, Richa Sharma, to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 7/24/2025 that documents any Type A citation 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. 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 . A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Richa Sharma End of report.