Routine inspection·February 22, 2023

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs), Sumayya Habeebulla and Jeanette Sanchez conducted an annual inspection as part of a compliance review. This is a combination childcare center, and the other licensed programs are: preschool and school age which were also inspected on this date. A tour of the inside and outside of the facility was granted and the following was observed and noted: \302\267 The following items were posted and 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 the Director Ms. Abbey Lewis. \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 Drinking water is provided in the indoor activity space using a pitcher and disposable cups from the sink faucet and in the outdoor activity space using the water fountain and disposable cups. \302\267 Medications are not present. \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 and inaccessible to children. \302\267 All floors were observed to be clean and safe. \302\267 Highchairs and tables have broad-based legs and trays lock into place. \302\267 Changing tables are within arm\342\200\231s reach of a sink; Director was advised to ensure padding is at least 1\342\200\235 think with raised sides of at least 3\342\200\235 covered in washable vinyl or plastic. \302\267 Hand washing is completed before and after each diaper change and before feeding an infant. \302\267 Bathrooms were observed to be safe, sanitary and in operating condition; there are no potty chairs since potty training is done in the preschool classroom. \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 and rubbish and free of rodents and other vermin \302\267 Food is stored appropriately and protected from contamination \302\267 All storage containers for solid waste were observed to have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair \302\267 Sign in/Sign out record was reviewed and meets regulation requirements. Facility does use electronic sign in/out also. Facility Director was advised to ensure Parents sign in/out on the sheets using their full signatures. \302\267 Disaster drills are conducted at least every six months \342\200\223 last drill conducted on 02/14/23 (Fire Drill) & 01/25/23 (Disaster Drill) 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 08/2023 \302\267 Opening and closing staff member\342\200\231s CPR/First Aid expires on 08/20/23 & 04/2024 \302\267 Director completed Health and Safety Training on 11/24/2019. \302\267 All staff present meet minimum qualifications for the position for which they were hired. \302\267 A review of staff records 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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated 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 Director was reminded that: \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 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 is 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 LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the Director 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 Director 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 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. On-line Licensing forms & regulations for a Child Care Center can be obtained on the Department\342\200\231s website: www.ccld.ca.gov . Additionally, there is a link to \342\200\234Receive Important Updates\342\200\235 located on the right side of the page, immediately above 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 See LIC809-D for cited deficiencies. The following documents were requested to be submitted to the department - 1. LIC 500 Personnel Report 2. LIC 610 Emergency & Disaster Plan 3. LIC 200A updated. 4. LIC 215 - Updated 5. Parent Handbook/ Program Curriculum/Admission policies and procedures/ fee schedule (only if changes have been made or file copy is more than 2 years old) 6. LIC 309 Administrative Organization (only if changes have been made or file copy is more than 2 years old) 7. LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility (only if changes have been made & current designation is on file) 8. Plan of Operation 9. Articles of Incorporation, constitution, and bylaws 10. Daily Activity Schedule 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-care-licensing/inspection-process . An exit interview was conducted, and this report was reviewed with the Director, Abbey Lewis. Appeal rights were discussed and provided during the exit interview. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.