Routine inspection (3-year)·September 17, 2024

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs), D. Valdez Santana and V. Trinh conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of 3 Year Required Random Inspection. LPAs and Early Learning Specialist, Veronica Berber-Aceves toured the facility inside and outside the floor and yard plan (LIC 999). The overall census was 3 preschool staff and 8 preschool age children. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. Classroom #19 is a full-time program that is from 8:00a.m.- 4:00p.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. During the inspection of the indoor activity space, items which could pose a danger to children (cleaning compounds, and medications) were observed to be stored out of the reach of children. Poisons/Hazardous Items are not kept on the premises. Food is delivered on site from SAUSD central kitchen; breakfast, lunch and snacks are provided. Food prep areas were clean and sanitary. Food is properly stored. Menus were posted where they could be reviewed by parents. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and were observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. There is drinking water available to children indoors by sport water bottles with each child\342\200\231s name on it. The children's bathrooms are clean and sanitary. Children nap on cots and bedding is stored individually and is taken home weekly to be washed by parents. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months. Last drill was conducted on 09/12/2024. The facility has working carbon monoxide detectors and fire extinguishers. Facility met all posting requirements . The California Child Passenger Safety Law was posted by the entrance of the facility. Facility conducted a Lead test on 12/28/22 and passed with no elevated levels of lead. Page 1 of 3 Page 2 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 cushioning material rubber flooring commercially produced for the purpose around the climbing equipment, slides and other similar equipment appeared to be enough to absorbs falls. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by drinking fountains and hydration stations and children\342\200\231s own water bottles with each child\342\200\231s name on it. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair and free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date, 3 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 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. All staff have current Mandated Reporter training certificates. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 06/2026. Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. A random sample of 5 of children's files were reviewed for documentation of the child\342\200\231s name, address, and telephone number of the child\342\200\231s authorized representative and of relatives or others that can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached, when necessary. Immunization records, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment, Notification of Parent\342\200\231s Rights (LIC995A), medical assessment and found to be in compliance. In the areas reviewed the children\342\200\231s files were found to be in full compliance. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. The facility uses the \342\200\234Care Connect\342\200\235 application to sign the children in and out, each family has a unique code. The licensee was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.ccld.ca.gov licensee 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 Page 2 of 3 LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian 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 licensee 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 A copy of the California Department of Social Services Lead Information Brochure was explained and provided to the facility representative. Licensee 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. 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. 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/communi ty-care-licensing/process . Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Early Learning Specialist Veronica Berber-Aceves. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.Appeal Rights and deficiencies were discussed. The facility representative 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. Page 3 of 3. End of Report