Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
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On 09/25/2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Deschampe conducted an on-site inspection for the purpose of an Unannounced Annual Random inspection. LPA arrived at the facility at 9:07 AM and was met by the Facility Representative/Director (FR), Dominique Coccio at 9:11 AM. FR guided LPA on a tour of the facility and took the following census: Room 1 with 7 eighteen to thirty-six (18-36) month olds and 2 staff, Room 2 with 4 two (2) year olds and 1 staff, Room 3 with 16 three to five (3-5) year olds and 3 staff, and Room 4 with 14 two to four (2-4) year olds and 2 staff. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. Facility hours are 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date, 09/25/2025 indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions.
Facility Representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provide care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code (HSC) 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 of the indoor activity space, items which could pose a danger to children (detergents
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and cleaning compounds) were observed to be stored and out of reach of children. Poisons are stored in a lockable compartment. Firearms and other weapons are not allowed on or stored on the premises. Medications are centrally stored and inaccessible to children. First-aid supplies were complete and stored in a location in each classroom that is accessible to staff but inaccessible to children. Food is provided by families and properly stored and prepared. All staff have food handlers certification. Fixtures, furniture, equipment, and supplies were clean and observed to be in good repair, free of sharp edges, and age appropriate for all children enrolled in care. Children have access to drinking water via personal labeled water bottles, refilled by Brio filtered water systems in each classroom. The children's and staff bathrooms are safe and in sanitary operating condition. Children nap on cots which are properly stored. Children's personal items, including bedding is clean, stored separately and individually, and in a labeled compartment. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months (05/28/2025). The facility has multiple working carbon monoxide/smoke detectors throughout the facility (tested on 0721/2025 by Newport Beach Fire Department). There are 3 fire extinguishers on site. The facility maintains an indoor temperature within regulation (minimum of 68 degrees and maximum of 85 degrees F or, in extreme heat a maximum of 20 degrees less than the outside temperature. Facility met all waiver, exceptions, and posting requirements
, including the
California Child Passenger Safety Law, posted by the entrance of the facility.
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 turf) 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 labeled water bottles and refillable pitchers. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair and free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. The facility grounds were safe, sanitary and in good repair. Facility is a smoke free and firearm free zone.
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 facility representative was informed and website given for the
California Child Care Disaster Plan
that has been posted to the UCSF
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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
. California Department of Social Services Lead Information Brochure was explained to the facility representative. 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 facility representative shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed 07/18/2022 and in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and
Water Testing Information
This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at:
https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/
.
Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date, 4 out of 4 staff files were reviewed. Health screening and immunization as required were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, HSC 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a child care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis and measles for staff were reviewed and within compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, HSC 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporting training, and to renew the training every two years.
All staff possess current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications (expires 07/2027).
A random sample of 4 children's records were reviewed. There was a separate, complete and current record
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for each child. In the areas reviewed 4 out of 4 children’s files were found to be in full compliance. Sign in/out is completed by the authorized representative using Procare.
LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative 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 facility representative 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.
The facility representative was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at
www.ccld.ca.gov
and may request to be added to an email list to receive a Quarterly Update from
www.ccld.ca.gov
and select
Receive Important Updates link.
LPA provided Guardian Information and website info:
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian
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.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative, Dominique Coccio. The Appeal Rights were discussed with facility representative. The facility representative was provided a copy of the 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. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 consecutive days. The “Notice of Site Visit” must be posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door to the facility. Failure to post will result in Civil Penalties of $100.00.
To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address
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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. 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
.
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