Routine inspection·May 31, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst Erwina Pascual-Golamco (LPA) met with Director, Carrie Robinson for an unannounced annual inspection. LPA toured the facility, including all activity and classroom spaces, restrooms, food service and outdoor play areas. Census included 35 preschool children being supervised by 5 classroom staff . Director was reminded never to exceed the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. 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. Classrooms are clean, including the carpets and floors, and are free from hazards. LPA observed chemicals were accessible to children in the playground area and in an unlocked cabinet in one of the preschool classrooms. Director removed chemicals after LPA informed, and staff locked the cabinet. Bathrooms were observed and all sinks and toilets were in operating condition. There are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises and the facility has at least one functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detector. There is First Aid equipment available. LPA observed all required licensing documentation was posted for parental review. Technical assistance provided regarding parents signing their children in and out of the center. The facility provides breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack. LPA observed a posted menu and observed food stored at safe temperatures . Uncontaminated drinking water was readily available to children both indoors and outdoors. Playground equipment and surfaces were inspected and are in good condition with enough resilient material under climbing structures to cushion fall. continued... Children and staff files were reviewed. Technical assistance was provided regarding children’s files requiring licensing documentation. LPA reviewed staff transcripts and observed staff caring for children were qualified. At least one staff had a current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification. Technical assistance provided regarding staff having current Mandated Reporter certificates and proof of immunizations. LPA observed a current children's roster and a fire drill log. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. For additional IMS information, Director was advised to 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 . Director was encouraged to visit the department's website at WWW.CCLD.CA.GOV for information regarding childcare updates, PINs, forms, regulations and legislation pertaining to childcare centers. A Type “A” violation (see continuation) was issued today. The Director was informed to provide a copy of the Evaluation Report and the Type “A” Deficiency cited to the parents and guardians of children currently enrolled in care and to parents of newly enrolled children during the next 12 months. A signed and dated LIC 9224 shall be maintained in all Children's files. This report and appeal rights were provided and reviewed with the Director. Notice of Site Visit shall remain posted for 30 days.