Routine inspection·May 26, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Thompson conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual Random. LPA and Director Yuting Guo toured the facility inside and outside. The floor and yard plan (LIC 999) were verified. Census was taken inside the classroom. The overall census observed was 2 infants with 1 Staff. Facility hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. 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. During the inspection of the indoor activity space, LPA did not observe any items which could pose a danger to children (poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, medications or hazardous items). All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers that are kept on and are in good repair. Bottles and containers of food brought by the infant’s authorized representative are labeled with the infant’s name. LPA observed bottles for children present during the inspection were missing the current date. Infant changing tables are placed within arm’s reach of a sink. The facility has age-appropriate furniture and equipment including, but no limited to, cribs, cots, or mats, changing table and feeding chairs. The facility has sufficient infant napping equipment that meets the requirements. A baby walker was not observed during today’s visit. The facility has an indoor activity space for infants that is physically separate from space used by preschool age children. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and were observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. Continue to page 2 Page 2 The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months, last drill conducted on 4/10/2023. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire alarm. Facility met all posting requirement. The California Child Passenger Safety Law was posted by the entrance of the facility. Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection this date; 2 staff files were reviewed. Health screening and immunizations 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. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for 2 staff were reviewed and within compliance 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. Staff present inside infant program possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 7/16/2023. Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. A random sample of children files were reviewed for documentation of the child’s name, address, and telephone number of the child’s 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. LPA reviewed the napping log for infants up to 24 months and LIC 9227 Infant Safe Sleep Plan for infants up to 12 months. In the areas reviewed, the children’s 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 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 Information on the additional nutrition training, immunization requirements for children, and Health Schools Act ( http://www.cdpr.ca.gov/docs/pestmgt/schoolipm.htm ) were provided. The director was informed, and website given, about the California Child Care Disaster Plan has been posted to the UCSF California Childcare Health Program website: cchp.ucsf.edu/content/disaster-preparedness Also provided was information about the E-Learning Modules available at https://ccld.childcarevideos.org LPA 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. LPA 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. Important COVID-19 resources and links were provided: · COVID-19 Update Guidance Childcare Programs/Providers link: https://files.covid19.ca.gov/pdf/guidance-childcare.pdf · CCLD COVID-19 Licensed childcare and facilities and provider FAQs link: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/child-care-licensing/covid-19-child-care-resources/faqs-for-licensed-child-care-facilities-and-providers Safe, free, and effective COVID-19 vaccines are now available to everyone age 16 and up. Every Californian can sign up at myturn.ca.gov or call (833) 422-4255 to get their COVID-19 vaccine appointment. Continue to page 4. Page 4 Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/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 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/process . In the areas that were evaluated, One Type B: 101427(j) Food Service deficiency was observed of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 at the time of the visit. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Yuting Gu. 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 and deficiency were discussed. Director 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.