Routine inspection·October 15, 2024

On 10/15/2024, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs), Jung and Tran, conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual Inspection. Upon arrival at 9:20AM, LPAs were led on a tour by Director Gina Warren. The overall census observed was five (5) preschool staff, two (2) toddler staff, 40 preschool children, and six (6) toddler children. 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. LPA did not observe any poisons/hazardous items on the premises. Facility provides snack for children. Food prep areas were clean and sanitary; food was properly stored. Menus were posted where they could be reviewed by authorized representatives. Floors 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. The children's restrooms were clean and sanitary. Children nap on cots, bedding was stored individually. The facility had sufficient napping equipment. The toddler program was conducted in areas physically separate from those used by older children. The facility conducted an emergency drill on 10/4/2023. (Go to Page 2) (Page 2) LPAs advised the director that drills must be conducted at least once every 6 months; see LIC 809D for deficiency. The facility had a working carbon monoxide detector. Facility met all posting requirements. Five (5) staff files were reviewed. 1 out 5 staff did not have immunization record, 2 out of 5 staff did not have record of pertussis, 1 out of 5 staff did not have record of measles, 1 out of 5 staff did have a tuberculosis test, 5 out 5 staff did not have current influenza or statement to decline, 2 out 5 staff did not have a health screening report, and 3 out 5 staff did not have current mandated reporter training certificates; see LIC 809D for deficiency. Five (5) children files were reviewed. There was a separate, complete, and current record for each child. LPAs 6 toddler children in the toddler program. LPAs reviewed Sleep Log for toddlers. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. The facility uses a digital app called ProCare for sign in and out procedure. The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. Outdoor activity space was enclosed by a fence. The surface of the outdoor activity space was well maintained and free of hazards. The cushioning material made of sand and woodchips around the climbing equipment, slides, and other similar equipment was sufficient to absorb falls. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair. LPAs observed one of the children’s equipment in the play yard to have some cracks, so facility was advised to remove the equipment during the visit. Director stated there are no bodies of water present at the facility. 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. (Go to Page 3) (Page 3) 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 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 confirmed with director that lead testing was completed in accordance with the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA referred director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. 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 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 LPA 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 1. See LIC 809D for violations cited: 4 Type B and 1 TA. 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. (Go to Page 4) (Page 4) 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 Gina Warren.