Routine inspection·March 21, 2024

On 3/21/24 at approximately 08:45AM , Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michelle Perez met with Director Nichole Sneed for an unannounced inspection. LPA observed a census of 14 infants with 6 staff . Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday HOURS 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Nichole Sneed is current director and has provided all documentation during today's visit. LPA will update facility file to reflect. LPA inspected all activity and classroom spaces, restrooms, food service, and outdoor play areas. Hazardous items are inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment are in operable and safe condition. Playground equipment and surfaces are free of loose or sharp parts, and adequate cushioning was observed in areas underneath climbing equipment. Toileting facilities are in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. The floors appeared clean throughout the facility. The food preparation space is free of litter and all food was protected against contamination. Storage containers with solid waste have tight-fitting covers in each classroom. The infants bring their own food from home. Medications are appropriately stored and inaccessible to children. Facility uses full legal signatures electronically for sign in/sign out records. Infant changing tables have raised sides that are at least three inches high and have a padded surface that is washable and at least one-inch-thick. LPA observed appropriate napping equipment for each infant in care. Cribs were equipped with appropriate fitting mattresses, tight fitting covers, and were free of loose articles and objects. Bottles were labeled and stored appropriately. Children records were reviewed. Each child's file contained appropriate documentation. LPA observed Infant sleep plans (LIC 9227) for infants up to 12 months old, as well as Infant needs and services plan that were updated quarterly. LPA observed documented 15-minute sleep checks for all infants in care. LPA reviewed records for all present staff. At least one staff member present today has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification which expires: 2/2026 . All staff currently employed with the facility have: a criminal record clearance, a health screening report, documentation of their educational background, training, and/or experience. AB1207 Mandated Reporter Training was not observed as current and is in the process of being renewed by staff. LPA did not observe immunization's in staff files. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. The facility is not currently providing IMS and has a plan of operation in place . 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 informed the Director about Assembly Bill 2370, which will require certain licensed Child Care Facilities to test their water for excessive amounts of lead. Testing will be required beginning January 1, 2023. LPA encouraged the Director was encouraged to the visit the Department's website at WWW.CDSS.CA.GOV for information regarding childcare updates, forms, regulations, and legislation pertaining childcare centers. LPA also encouraged the Director to sign up for the Child Care Advocates quarterly newsletter. 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/process . Title 22 Deficiencies are being cited on 809-D This report was reviewed with licensee, and an exit interview was conducted. A Notice of Site Visit was provided and must remain posted for 30 days.