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Inspection visit

Pre-licensing visit

Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

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On April 26, 2023 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Ana Noble conducted a pre-licensing inspection this date for a proposed combination center with Preschool and School Age Programs. The days and hours of operation will be: Monday-Friday 6:30 am - 6:00 pm. LPA met with Maria & Sergio Sauceda and Brenda Garcia, Director who led a tour of the facility at 10:30 AM. LPA reviewed pending items and collected some items during this inspection. The facility was toured inside and out, and the following was observed: \302\267 Classrooms are adequately equipped with age and size appropriate furniture and equipment \302\267 Water dispenser will supply drinking water in the indoor activity space. \302\267 Playground is enclosed by a chain link fence. \302\267 Outdoor activity area is supplied with age and size appropriate equipment \302\267 There are no accessible bodies of water present. If wading pools or similar products are used, they must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position. \302\267 An adequate amount of cushioning material wood chips and sand is in place under play equipment. \302\267 Adequate shade is provided by canopy. \302\267 Drinking water is provided in the outdoor play area by water dispensers and disposable cups. \302\267 Food preparation area is equipped with refrigerator, sink with hot and cold running water, storage area, utensils, and adequate amount of food supplies for snack only. Lunch will be brought from home at this time. \302\267 The office area is located in main building near the entrance, immediately entering the door. \302\267 Director's office will serve as the isolation area for ill children temporarily until parents arrive \302\267 There is a working telephone located in the facility. \302\267 Medication will be stored in the Kitchen which is inaccessible to children \302\267 Storage area for toxins and poisons is locked, located in storage shed. \302\267 First Aid kit is complete with all the required items. \302\267 Sign in/Sign out record was reviewed and meets regulation requirements \302\267 Parent Board located in main building with all required forms. \302\267 Carbon Monoxide Detector located in Kitchen. Measurements were taken and the following was determined: Preschool Indoor Activity Areas LPA has determined that there is sufficient space to accommodate 30 children. Bathroom Fixtures 2 toilets x 15 = 30 children 2 sinks x 15 = 30 children Preschool Outdoor Activity Area: LPA has determined that there is sufficient space to accommodate 30 children. Limiting factor for capacity is requested capacity. The Fire Clearance granted on 3/13/2023. Preschool capacity is limited to 30 children. During the inspection, the following was reviewed with Applicant Mrs/Mr. Saucedo: \302\267 Component II Orientation was completed \302\267 The applicant 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 importance of checking for recalled children devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all children devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. \302\267 Provider Information Notice (PIN) 22-20-CCP: Resources and Requirements on Lead Testing in Child Care \302\267 LPA reviewed Incidental Medical Services (IMS). For IMS information, see PIN 22-02-CCP . A Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department if the facility will provide the services. 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 \302\267 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. Applicants were reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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. A review of staff records on 4/25/2023 indicates that the applicant and/or designated individual who is required to have caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. The applicant can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations858@dss.ca.gov LPA reviewed with Applicant the LIC 311A, Records to Be Maintained At The Facility, for child\342\200\231s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted. Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. To receive important licensed-related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. The following items need to be completed/corrected prior to a license being issued: 1. Updated Admission Agreement w/Transportation service/fees, provision of modifications conditions to include 30 days notification of any rate increases, refund policy and rights of licensing agency. Submit copy of updated Admission agreement to the Dept. 2. Update IMS Plan to include who will administer the medication/treatment and who will train the staff. Submit copy of updated IMS Plan to the Dept. 3. Update Personnel Report, LIC500 for both programs, to clear show what staff will be used in what program at specific time frames/schedule. Submit updated LIC500 to the Dept. Once all corrections have been made, with proof sent to licensing, the application will be submitted for approval with a maximum capacity of 30 Preschool children. As agreed upon by Applicant, Maria & Sergio Sauceda, all corrections are due within 30 days. If not received within 30 days from the date of this report, the application will be denied. If all corrections are approved and facility licensed, you must have the drinking water outlets used for drinking and cooking tested for lead and post the results within 180 days of licensure. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Applicant Mrs./Mr. Sauceda.

Citations

No citations recorded on this visit

The inspector found no violations of California child care regulations during this visit.

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What happened during the April 26, 2023 inspection of HAPPY TIMES CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER?

This was a other inspection of HAPPY TIMES CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER on April 26, 2023. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to HAPPY TIMES CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER on April 26, 2023?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

What type of inspection was this?

This was a other inspection. other inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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