Routine inspection·September 20, 2024

On 09/20/2024 at 11:50 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jesse Gardner, and Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Brian Morris conducted an annual inspection as part of a compliance review. Department staff introduced themselves, and met with Director Tanya Price (S1). This is a combination center and the other licensed programs are: infant program was also inspected on this date; preschool program was not inspected on this date. A tour of the inside and outside of the facility was granted and the following was observed and/or noted: \302\267 The following were posted and are updated where necessary: - License - Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610) and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC9148) - Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster (PUB393) - Personal Rights (LIC613A) - Child Car Seat Law - Menu \302\267 The facility is operating with the limits as stated on the license \302\267 Ratios are being met during this inspection \302\267 Classrooms are adequately equipped with age and size appropriate furniture and equipment and free of hazards \302\267 There are no weapons present at the facility as stated by Director Tanya Price \302\267 There are no accessible bodies of water present. All wading pools or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position. \302\267 Bottled water supply is utilized for drinking water in the indoor/outdoor activity space \302\267 Medications are stored where inaccessible to children, \302\267 Hazardous items are stored where inaccessible to children which include: Disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other items that are dangerous \302\267 Poisons and toxins are locked \302\267 All floors are clean and safe \302\267 Bathrooms were observed to be safe, sanitary and in operating condition \302\267 Playgrounds are enclosed by appropriate fencing and free of hazards \302\267 Outdoor activity areas are supplied with age and size appropriate equipment in good condition \302\267 Food preparation area is clean, free of litter, rubbish and free of rodents and other vermin \302\267 Food is stored appropriately and protected from contamination \302\267 Sign in/Sign out record was reviewed and meets regulation requirements \302\267 Disaster drills to be conducted every six months \342\200\223 last drill conducted on 08/2024. A review of staff and children's records were conducted as part of this evaluation. \302\267 Children\342\200\231s records were found to be complete during this inspection. \302\267 A Staff member is present with current Pediatric CPR/First Aid which expires on 03/2026 \302\267 Opening and closing staff member\342\200\231s CPR/First Aid expires on 06/2025 \302\267 Director completed Health and Safety Training on 7/19/2014 - This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. 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 following items were discussed with the Director during inspection: \302\267 Menus shall be posted at least one week in advance in a place visible by the child\342\200\231s authorized representative, dated and kept on file for 30 days, and made available upon request. \302\267 Uncontaminated drinking water shall be readily available both indoors and outdoors \302\267 The areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment shall be cushioned with material that absorbs a fall \302\267 The Licensee was informed of their reporting requirements and provided with the Regional Office\342\200\231s Unusual Incident Reporting email mailbox: UnusualIncidentReportsDO10@dss.ca.gov \302\267 The Licensee can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations858@dss.ca.gov - Director 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. -To access on-line Licensing forms & Regulations for a Child Care Center please visit: www.ccld.ca.gov . Also, go to the licensing webpage and click on the \342\200\234Receive Important Updates\342\200\235 located on the right side of the page, immediately above the Quick Links. One can add their email address and choose which program(s) they wish to receive Provider Information Notices (PIN) for. - The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday \342\200\223 Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at: 1-844-LET-US-NO (1-844-538-8766) and/or 951-782-4200 The director is asked to update the following documents, if applicable, and submit to licensing within 30 days: 1. LIC 500 Personnel Report handed to LPA during inspection. 2. LIC 610 Emergency & Disaster Plan 3. Parent Handbook/ Program Curriculum/Admission policies and procedures/ fee schedule (only if changes have been made) 4. LIC 309 Administrative Organization (only if changes have been made) 5. LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility (only if changes have been made) 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/community-c are-licensing/process . During a review of records, LPA determined that Staff #2 (S2) did not have the qualifications to be an Aide to provide care and supervision to children. Upon interview with S1, S1 indicated that S2 was an employee who began working for the center on or about 05/02/2022, and became a seasonal employee on 9/3/24. S1 stated that S2 was utilized as an Aide to assist Teachers with care and supervision to children. S1 was aware that S2 did not have the qualifications to be utilized as an Aide. Due to this, a citation was issued. Additionally, several employees, Staff #3 (S3), Staff #4 (S4), Staff #5 (S5), Staff #6 (S6) were found to not have current Mandated Reporter Training. A citation was issued as a result. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Tanya Price. A copy of the LIC 857 (Children\342\200\231s Record Review), LIC 859 (Staff Record Review), (2)LIC809D and appeal rights were also provided and discussed this date. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.