Routine inspection·August 10, 2022

On Wednesday, August 10th, 2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kelly Ferrara met with Facility Representative Rebecca Michael for an unannounced annual inspection. At 11 AM, LPA toured the facility including all activity and classroom spaces, restrooms, food service and outdoor play areas. Census included 107 preschool children in care with 13 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 7 AM to 6 PM. 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. Classrooms all 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. Drinking water was readily available to children both indoors and outdoors in water bottles. Bathrooms were clean 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. Menus were posted for AM and PM snack and the children are provided lunches. LPA observed the appropriate postings were visible to parents. LPA observed a current children's roster and a fire/disaster drill log. The facility is equipped with First Aid equipment. LPA observed parents are signing their children in and out of the center. At 12 PM, 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 January 2024. LPA observed a sample of children's files and observed all required documentation was present in each file. 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. No citations were 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.