Pre-licensing visit·September 17, 2021

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ms. Ketki Desai conducted an announced on site pre-licensing inspection at the childcare center. It is a Change of Ownership. Facility was given an Emergency Approval to Operate which is valid up to September 29th 2021. LPA met with Facility Administrator Ms. Tovar Samantha, who gave a tour of the Child Care Center. The applicant has requested to provide care and supervision for 90 Preschool age children (2- 6 years Monday through Friday 7.30 am. to 5.30 PM. in the assigned three classrooms and one additional resource room. Due to COVID 19, LPA observed staff wearing face mask, social distancing and following CDC and Dept of Public Health Guidelines. 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 facility has an Elementary school (Classroom # 4) on the same premises and the access to the classroom is through the Resource room. Due to current pandemic situation, Parents are encourage to follow CDC and COVID requirements, children are dropped off and picked up at the curb end (Parents park their car in front of the small wooden gate, staff checks the temperature of the child, a visual check in done, parents sign off the child manually before the child is off loaded from the car and walked into the assigned classrooms. Hand washing activity is completed before the child engages in other classroom activities. Initially before COVID, children were received in the front area ( across the DIrector's office) and children would enter the designated classroom. Parents are encouraged to remain outside. The office area is located in front of the main entrance door of the facility , adjoining to it is the Resource room which has a dining table / Refrigerator and a sink / Teachers use this area during their break time , adult bathroom is in front of the Director's office. (Page-1) Medication are stored in the Resource room, in a red medication box along with the forms which are hung on the wall and this area is immediately accessible from all the three classrooms. Medications shall be administered by the teacher or the Facility in charge, emergency First Aid kits are stored in the classrooms and are hung on the wall for immediate access. Medication administration forms were reviewed. Isolation area is the Director\342\200\231s office and the sick child shall use the adult restroom located in front of the DIrector's office area, there is an additional mat and linens for the sick child. The following were inspected in the indoor activity space: \302\267 Classrooms are adequately equipped with age and size appropriate furniture and equipment \302\267 Drinking water is available inside through personal water bottles including water pitchers in each rooms \302\267 Sign in/Sign out procedure was reviewed and meets regulation requirements (Manual sign in and out) \302\267 There is a working smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher that meet statutory requirements. \302\267 Cubbies available for storage of individual child\342\200\231s personal belongings and/or bedding \302\267 Napping equipment: Mats are used and are stored in the storage area (Inside the bathroom), napping linens and blankets are provided by parents and are taken home daily for the washes \302\267 Facility shall provide Two snacks and a late evening snack, Lunch is provided by the parents. Kitchen was observed to clean, free of insects or pests. There one refrigerator with freezer, where snacks are stored Each classroom is equipped with age appropriate sinks and toilets. LPA discussed the posting requirements including, but limited to, the following: \302\267 Facility License in public area (101160) \302\267 Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610) / Earthquake Preparedness Check List (LIC 9148) \302\267 Parents\342\200\231 Rights Poster (PUB 393) / Personal Rights (LIC 613A) \302\267 Menus / Activity Schedule \302\267 Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) and Type A deficiencies / Plan of Corrections of Type A deficiencies \302\267 Granted Waivers (available for review) \302\267 Child Car Seat Law (PUB 269) and COVID Posters (Page-2) Fire clearance received from City of Costa Mesa Fire prevention office dated 9/01/21 have approved the requested capacity of 90 Preschool age children in the assigned three rooms and the Resource room. Room # 4 is the Assigned Elementary school which is also approved by the Fire Prevention office during inspection. Facility Administrator is current on the required Immunization/ Pediatric CPR/ First training valid through 8/22/23 and have provided the completion certificate for the Preventive Health training (Nutrition and Lead component) Water Analysis has been completed by the facility and the report is on file. LPA, discussed with the applicant that all employees must have criminal record clearances associated to the facility prior to their presence in the facility, staff to child ratio requirements, direct visual supervision requirements, emergency/disaster drills, children records, mandated reporter training, and staff immunization requirements against measles, pertussis, and influenza. Applicant was advised the children's bedding must be stored individually and may not touch another children's bedding. 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 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 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 LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian . Facility Director has access to the new system. (Page-5) 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 Incidental Medical Services : This facility plans to provide the services. IMS plan was submitted and LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, 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 The facility was following Title 22 requirements at the time of the inspection. Based on today\342\200\231s Indoor and Outdoor measurements, sink and toilet availability, this center has enough activity space to support the capacity of 90 Preschool children, ages 2-6 years old in Room # 1,2, 3 and Resource room. A license will be issued for the capacity of 90 preschool children age 2-6 years old, after a final review. The applicant will be notified if any additional information is required. 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\342\200\231s 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.