Routine inspection·August 15, 2023

On August 15, 2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Corina Beckby met with Center Director, Donyeall Robinson for an unannounced required annual random inspection. LPA observed care and supervision of (14) fourteen preschool children by two staff. 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. Preschool do not have a playground and only use the blacktop in the basketball area of the school. 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. Medications are stored in a central location. 1 child in care requires medications. LPA observed a functional carbon monoxide detector. Children bring their own lunch. Morning and afternoon snacks are provided by the facility. LPA observed posted menus showing planned meals at least one week in advance. Noncontaminated Drinking water is readily available to children both indoors and outdoors. Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . LPA referred Licensing Representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information . LPA observed full legal signatures while reviewing the sign in and sign out sheet. LPA reviewed records for all present staff. Current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification which expires 1/16/25. All staff currently employed with the facility have: a criminal record clearance, a health screening report, incomplete immunization records, documentation of their educational background, training, and/or experience. LPA observed current AB1207 Mandated Reporter Training in staff files. 4 Children records were reviewed. Each child's file contained a completed emergency contact form, immunization records, signed personal rights form, and a completed medical assessment. The 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 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/ . To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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 . All individuals subject to criminal record review have obtained clearance. Licensing 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. Licensing 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. 1 Title 22 Deficiency was observed during today’s inspection and will be documented on the following page of this report (LIC 809D). Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Center Director, Donyeall Robinson. A notice of site visit was provided and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Appeal Rights were provided.