Routine inspection (3-year)·January 11, 2024

On Thursday, January 11, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Amanda Sutter met Director Anne Spencer for the purpose of an unannounced required annual inspection. LPA observed 13 children supervised by three staff and one parent volunteer. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. The facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM. LPA toured classroom space, restrooms, and outdoor play area. LPA observed the following documents are posted: License, Parents' Rights Poster, Seat Belt Law, Daily Schedule, Facility Sketch, and Emergency Disaster Plan. Cleaning disinfectants and hazardous items are appropriately stored and inaccessible to children. Director stated there are no poisons or firearms on the premises. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, and toileting facilities are in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. The facility does not provide any meals. Children bring snacks from home. LPA observed trash bins with tight fitted lids. The facility uses a paper sign in and out system. Facility has record of conducting fire drills at least every six months. The last fire drill was conducted on January 9, 2024. Playground equipment and surfaces are free of loose or sharp parts, and bark is present under the equipment to provide sufficient cushioning. There are sufficient equipment and toys, and shaded areas are supplied by awnings and trees. Drinking water is readily available to children both indoors and outdoors. The facility orders filtered water jugs and children bring their own water bottles from home. The facility also provides paper cups. Two staff and four children's records were reviewed. Both children\342\200\231s files and staff files were observed to be complete. There is at least one staff member present with a current CPR certificate. PAGE 1. REPORT CONTINUES ON LIC809-C LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee [or facility representative] of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Facility representative to the Department website for lead: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . Facility representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Facility representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. During today\342\200\231s inspection, no deficiencies were observed. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Anne Spencer. Appeal rights were provided.