Pre-licensing visit·June 15, 2021

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ketki Desai conducted an on site pre licensing inspection at this proposed child care center. LPA met with Facility Director Ms. Betonte Nina and toured the new center. The applicant has requested to provide care and supervision for ( Infant Toddler component) with 15 Infants 8 weeks to 24 months and 18 Toddlers : 18 months to 36 months in the designated two classrooms, Monday through Friday , 7.00 am. to 6.00 PM. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. The parents along with infants and Toddlers shall have access through the right entrance of the facility, leading directly to Infant and Toddler rooms. Parents shall sign in the code to gain access to the facility. However, at this time due to COVID pandemic, infants shall be received at the entrance door by the staff, temperatures will be checked, hands to be sanitized before they are taken to their classrooms. Parents sign them in at the electronically by using the QR Code system and tablets are also available. This facility plans to provide Incidental Medical Services – IMS. For IMS information, see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. A 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 . (page 1) The following were inspected in the indoor activity space: · Classroom are adequately equipped with age and size appropriate furniture and equipment · Drinking water is available inside by water pitchers and personal water bottles. · Sign in/Sign out procedure was reviewed and meets regulation requirements (Electronic sign in and out) · There is a working smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher that meet statutory requirements · Cubbies available for storage of individual child’s personal belongings and/or bedding · Napping equipment shall be stored in individual cubbies when not in use and Cribs for younger infants and cots older infants shall be used. · The changing table is within arm’s reach of a sink/ the changing table is padded with raised sides · Bedding will be taken home daily by the parents and extra beddings if needed is available. · There is a designated napping area surrounded by a 4 ft wall with sufficient infant napping equipment (4 cribs and cots for older infants) · The infant indoor is physically separate from the preschool component Center policy is that formula/ baby food/ Diapers/ pull ups/ lotions / wipes/ crib linens/ personal utensils/ bowls are to be provided by the parents, every infant shall have their own bin to store personal items. LPA discussed the posting requirements including, but limited to, the following: · Facility License in public area (101160) · Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610) / Earthquake Preparedness Check List (LIC 9148) · Parents’ Rights Poster (PUB 393) · Personal Rights (LIC 613A) · Menus / Activity Schedule · Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) and Type A deficiencies / Plan of Corrections of Type A deficiencies · Granted Waivers (available for review) · Child Car Seat Law (PUB 269) · Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Poster · Shaken Baby Syndrome Poste r (page-2) Applicant was informed of Mandated Reporter Training for self and all assistants. Department web site form was given to down load forms, Title 22 regulations, and training's on-line at www.ccld.ca.gov . The applicant/facility representative was also informed to visit the website for Quarterly Updates. The applicant was advised on how to receive notifications for quarterly updates and provided with Child Care Advocate contact information: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov . or at www.ccld.ca.gov 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 applicant/facility representative 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 A copy of the 2016 “A Child Care Providers Guild to Safe Sleep” was provided to the applicant/facility representative. English: https//www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/SIDS/Documents/SIDSchildcaresafesleep.pdf Spanish: https//www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/SIDS/Documents/ChildCareProvSleepSPAN2011.pdf AAP: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/sleep/Pages/A-Parents-Guide-to-Safe-Sleep.aspx NIH: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/safesleepbasics/environment/room/text_alternative Safe to Sleep Campaign: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/materials · Always place infants on their backs for sleeping · Use only a tight-fitting sheet on the crib or play yard mattress · Do not hang any items from the crib or above the crib · Keep all items, including blankets, out of the crib or play yard · Pacifiers may be used as long as they do not have items attached to them · Infants should not be swaddled or have any items covering them while sleeping · The temperature of the room should be comfortable enough for an adult to wear a T-shirt and not be too hot or too cold. The facility was in compliance with Title 22 requirements at the time of the inspection. (Page-4) The applicant was given a pamphlet on Lead Exposure and was discussed with provider. Also provided was information about the E-Learning Modules available at https://ccld.childcarevideos.org . The Chaptered Legislation for AB 2084 (Nutritious Beverages) is available to view on the website at: http://ccld.ca.gov/res/pdf/12APX-11.pdf LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian A copy of PIN 20-24 was also provided to the applicant. Based on today’s measurements, and the sink and toilet availability, this center does not have sufficient Indoor and Outdoor activity to support the capacity of 15 infants and 18 Toddlers as requested. (33 total capacity) . A license will be issued for the capacity of 14 Infants ( 8 weeks - 24 months) in Room # 5 and 17 Toddlers (18 months to 36 months in Room # 4) after a final review. Applicant shall be notified if additional information is needed. (Total Capacity: 31) Applicant was also advised, once licensed, the Notice of Site Visit must be posted for 30 days and if A violations are cited then the Licensing Report (LIC809 or 9099) must be posted by the Notice of Site Visit for a period of 30 days or $100 civil penalties will be assessed, and the report shall posted and copies provided to the parents/guardians of the children in care at the facility by the next business day, and shall provide to the parents/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months. In addition, the licensee shall immediately post upon receipt the Proof of Correction for 30 consecutive days and provide a copy to current and enrolling parents. The licensee is to keep Acknowledgement Receipt (LIC 9224) signed by parents in each child’s file An exit interview was completed. The report was reviewed and discussed. Appeal Rights were discussed. The applicant was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058 12/15) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Licensing office within 15 business days