Routine inspection·June 30, 2025

On 06/30/2025 at 9:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tiffanie Diep arrived at the facility to conduct an annual inspection. LPA toured the facility inside and out, records were reviewed, and the following was observed and/or discussed: · This is a combination center and the other licensed programs are infant (334841310) and school-age (334841309), which were also inspected today. · Normal days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM. · A review of staff and children's records was conducted as part of this evaluation. · The facility was operating with the limits as stated on the license. · Ratios were being met during the inspection. · Classrooms were adequately equipped with age and size-appropriate furniture and equipment and free of hazards. · There are no weapons present at the facility per Director Carmen Gonzalez. · Director confirmed there are no accessible bodies of water present at this time. All wading pools or similar products must be emptied immediately after use. · Children bring their own water bottles to the facility. Drinking water is also provided to children by water fountains. · Water testing for lead contamination was completed on 11/25/2022. · There are no children currently enrolled that have any prescribed medication per Director. Continues on LIC 809-C Continued from LIC 809 (Page 2) · All hazardous items, such as disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that could pose a danger were not stored inaccessible to children. LPA observed a box of Borax in a lower cabinet that was not secured. The caution label states, “Keep out of reach of children.” The day care children were in another classroom at the time of inspection. LPA discussed the requirement to ensure all hazardous items are stored inaccessible to children. Director placed the item in the laundry room which is secured with a chain lock. · Toxins were not locked. LPA observed an OdoBan disinfectant bottle in the same lower cabinet that was not secured. The caution label indicates to contact a poison control center for treatment if handled improperly. The day care children were in another classroom at the time of inspection. LPA discussed the requirement to ensure storage areas for poisons are locked with a key or combination lock. · A carbon monoxide detector was not present during the inspection. LPA discussed the requirement to ensure there is one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors in the facility. · All floors were observed to be clean and safe. · Restrooms were observed to be safe, sanitary, and in operating condition. · Outdoor activity areas were supplied with age and size-appropriate equipment in good condition. · Playgrounds were enclosed by appropriate fences and free of hazards. · Food preparation area was clean, free of litter, rubbish, and free of rodents and other vermin. · Food was stored appropriately and protected from contamination. · All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, had tight-fitting covers that were kept on and in good repair. · Menus were posted at least one week in advance in a place visible by the child’s authorized representative, dated, kept on file for 30 days, and made available upon request. · The program currently shares the play area with the school-age children with an approved waiver. · The areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment were cushioned with material that absorbs a fall, which was woodchips. · Sign-in/out records were reviewed and did not meet regulation requirements. LPA did not observe two out of 13 children present signed in. LPA discussed the requirement to ensure each child is signed in and out by their authorized representative. Continued from LIC 809-C (Page 3) · Children’s records were complete. · Staff records reviewed during today’s inspection indicate that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received all required clearances or exemptions and meet minimum qualifications for the position for which they were hired. During record review, LPA did not observe current Mandated Reporter Training certificate for one out of two staff present. LPA discussed the mandated reporter training requirement and Director was reminded to ensure all staff renew the course every two years. · A staff member was present with current pediatric CPR and first aid certification which expires on 02/2026. · Documentation of fire and disaster drills was on file; last drill was conducted on 05/14/2025. · Director was informed of their reporting requirements and was provided with the Regional Office’s Unusual Incident Reporting e-mail at UnusualIncidentReportsDO09@dss.ca.gov . · Director can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from the facility via e-mail to Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov . · The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at (951) 782-4200. The following items were posted and updated where necessary: · License · Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610) and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC 9148) · Notification of Parents' Rights poster (PUB 393) · Personal Rights (LIC 613A) · California Child Passenger Safety Law (PUB 269) · Menu Continued from LIC 809-C (Page 4) The director is asked to update the following documents, if applicable, and submit to Licensing within 30 days: 1. Designation of Facility Responsibility (LIC 308) (only if changes have been made) 2. Administrative Organization (LIC 309) (only if changes have been made) 3. Personnel Report (LIC 500) 4. Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610) 5. Parent Handbook/Program Curriculum/Admission policies and procedures/Fee schedule (only if changes have been made) Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code 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 five 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. 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 five years after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee 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 in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . 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) 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/ . Continued from LIC 809-C (Page 5) To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the e-mail address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE Tool, please send e-mail 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 . Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website, a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. See attached LIC 9102 for advisory notes. Based on LPA’s observations and interview conducted, deficiencies are being cited on the attached LIC 809-D. LPA Tiffanie Diep informed the director, Carmen Gonzalez, that this report dated 06/30/2025 documents two Type B citations as there were potential risks to the safety of children in care. An exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the director, Carmen Gonzalez. A notice of site visit was given to Director and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days.