Routine inspection·August 26, 2022

On Friday, August 26th, 2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kelly Ferrara met with Facility Representative Nancy Galvan for an unannounced annual inspection. At 9:10 AM, LPA toured the facility including all activity and classroom spaces, restrooms, food service and outdoor play areas. Census included 43 preschool children in care with four staff. Facility Representative was reminded never to exceed the conditions, limitations and capacity specified on the license. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday 6 AM to 6:30 PM. LPA reviewed the Guardian staff roster for each facility license and Grace Cook was not listed. LPA reviewed Guardian while at the facility and observed that staff did not have a CACI clearance and was not associated to Kindercare. 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. The classrooms appeared clean including the carpets and floor. Chemicals and cleaning materials were kept inaccessible to children. Playground equipment and surfaces were inspected and are in good condition with enough resilient material under climbing structures to absorb a fall. There are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises and the facility has at least one functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detector. LPA observed the appropriate postings were visible to parents and children were signed in and out of the center. LPA observed children had individual water bottles inside and outside the classroom and Facility Representative stated they are refilled with bottled water from the kitchen. The facility provides snacks and lunches and LPA observed a posted menu. At 10:30 AM, all present staff files were reviewed. LPA reviewed staff transcripts and observed all staff being utilized as teachers were qualified. LPA observed a current Mandated Reporter certificate for each staff and Representative was reminded the certificate must be renewed every two years. LPA observed proof of immunizations for the staff and all required documentation was present in the files. At least one staff had a current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification that expires August 2023. LPA observed a sample of children's files and observed all required documentation was present in each file. All Child Care Centers (CCCs) that are located in buildings constructed before January 1, 2010 must have their drinking water tested for lead and post the results by January 1, 2023 and every 5 years after the date of the initial test. For a license issued on or after July 1, 2022, the CCC must have its water tested and post the results within 180 days of licensure. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information 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 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 . Facility Representative was encouraged to the visit the Department's website at WWW.CCLD.CA.GOV for information regarding child care updates, PINs, forms, regulations and legislation pertaining to child care centers. One Type A citation was issued based on today’s inspection. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility Representative. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Facility Representative acknowledges that upon receipt of a Type A citation, the facility shall post and provide copies of the LIC 809 D for parents/guardians of children in care and for parents/guardians of newly enrolled children for the next 12 months. Licensee must also keep the signed LIC 9224, acknowledging receipt of LIC 809 D in each child's file.