Routine inspection·March 21, 2022

All times on this report are approximations. At 10:40 a.m. on Monday, March 21 , 2022, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Amanda Blesi and Lea Habtom met with Director, Sue Jas, for the purpose of an unannounced 1 year required inspection. Operating hours of the facility are from 9:00 am- 12:00 pm, Monday thru Friday. Director guided LPA on a tour of the facility, at which time a census of 16 preschool children supervised by 2 staff was observed. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained criminal record clearance. A health and safety inspection was conducted in the classrooms, restrooms, food service areas, and outdoor play areas. LPA observed the following documents are posted: License, Emergency Disaster Plan, Personal Rights, Parents' Rights Poster, menus, and daily schedule. Cleaning disinfectants and hazardous items are appropriately stored and inaccessible to children. Facility has no medications on site for children. Director stated there are no poisons on the premises. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, and toileting facilities are in sanitary, and operating condition. The floors appeared clean throughout the facility. Program provides 1 snack around 10-10:30 am. Indoor and outdoor water fountains are inoperable. Children bring their own labeled water bottles and water bottles are also available if needed. LPA Full legal signatures while reviewing the sign in and sign out sheet. Playground equipment and surfaces are free of loose or sharp parts. LPA observed wood chip cushioning beneath the play structure. Outdoor shade is provided by trees and awnings. There are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises. LPA observed a functional carbon monoxide detector. LPA reviewed staff files. At least one staff member present today has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification. LPA observed immunization records and documentation of the educational background, training, and/or experience. LPA observed updated AB 1207 Mandated Reporter training certificates. Director was advised that Mandated Reporter training must be renewed every two years and can be renewed at www.mandatedreporterca.com . (Report continues on 809-C) At 11:30 a.m., LPA reviewed children's records. Each child's file contained an emergency card, consent for emergency medical treatment, health history and notifications of children\342\200\231s and parent\342\200\231s rights. Facility representative 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. CCC is not providing; 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 LPA discussed Assembly Bill 2370, which will require licensed Child Care facilities to test their water for excessive amounts of lead. Testing will be required beginning January 1st, 2020 to January 1st, 2023 and must be conducted every five years from initial testing . Report continued on 809-C Director was encouraged to the visit the Department's website at WWW.CDSS.CA.GOV for information regarding child care updates, forms, regulations and legislation pertaining child care centers. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with director Sue Jas. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of s reviewed with the licensee $100. 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/c ommunity-care-licensing/process