Routine inspection·July 26, 2022

At 9:20 a.m. on Tuesday, July 26th, 2022 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Karyn Guerra met with Director, Tia Romero, for the purpose of an unannounced required 1 year inspection. Operating hours of the facility are from 6:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday. Director guided LPA on a tour of the facility, at which time a census of 15 school age children supervised by 2 staff was observed. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained criminal record clearance. 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. LPA toured all activity and classroom spaces, restrooms, food service, and outdoor play areas. Medications are stored and labeled in a locked cabinet in the kitchen, inaccessible to children. Director stated that there are no poisons at the facility. Toxic and hazardous items are inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of hazards. LPA discussed worn cushioned seating in the library area. LPA observed outdoor playground area of the facility. The areas around or under climbing equipment are cushioned with foam flooring to absorb a fall. Toileting facilities are in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. There is a door to the restroom to provide privacy. Facility provides Breakfast, Lunch, and PM snack. Menus were posted in 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 lids. Drinking water was readily available to children Report continues on 809-C. both indoors and outdoors via labeled bottles. LPA observed full legal signatures of authorized representatives in sign in and sign out binders. There are no firearms on the premises. LPA observed pooling water on a splash pad that is being addressed by facility maintenance. The carbon monoxide detector is hardwired into the alarm system. Disaster drills have been conducted and documented. Staff files were reviewed. Most staff present today at the facility have current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification. LPA observed immunization records and documentation of the educational background, training, and/or experience and AB 1207 Mandated Reporter training certificates. Children's records were reviewed. Each child's file contained an emergency card, consent for emergency medical treatment and notifications of children\342\200\231s and parent\342\200\231s rights. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. A plan of operation is on file at the facility. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s personnel and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 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 . LPA verified the annual fees are current. A staff interview was conducted with the Director, Tia Romero. LPA discussed written directives for lead testing AB2370. 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 . In the areas that were evaluated, no deficiencies were cited during today's inspection. Exit interview conducted and report reviewed with Director, Tia Romero. A notice of site visit was provided and shall remain posted for 30 days.