Routine inspection·September 23, 2022

At 9:30 a.m. on Friday, September 23rd, 2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Karyn Guerra met with Director, Meghan Mara, for the purpose of an unannounced required - 1 year inspection. A census of 5 infant children supervised by 2 staff was observed. Facility hours of operation are 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday. 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 conducted a health and safety inspection of the classroom, restrooms, and food service areas. LPA observed the following documents are posted: License, Emergency Disaster Plan, Personal Rights, Parents' Rights Poster, car seat laws, menus, and daily schedule. Cleaning disinfectants and hazardous items are appropriately stored and inaccessible to children. Director stated that there are no firearms nor poisons on the premises. LPA observed a changing table within arm's reach of a sink. Changing table has raised sides. Bins for solid waste have tight fitting lids. The floors appeared clean throughout the facility. Infant food is provided by parents/guardians. LPA observed prepared milk bottles labeled with children's names and the current date. Other food in the facility was properly stored to prevent contamination. Drinking water is provided to children via labeled water bottles. LPA observed sign in and sign out logs with full legal signature of parent/guardians. 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 . Report continued on 809-C. 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 discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee 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 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. Individual infant sleeping plan LIC9227 forms were on file for all infants up to 12 months of age, and needs and services plans were on file for all infants. Napping logs were observed. LPA conducted a health and safety inspection of the outdoor space. Playground equipment and surfaces were free of loose or sharp parts. Outdoor shade was provided by trees and awnings. Water is accessible via labeled bottles. LPA reviewed staff and children's records. Each child's file contained an admission agreement, emergency card, health history, immunizations, and acknowledgement of receipt of personal rights, consent for emergency medical treatment, and parent\342\200\231s rights. LPA observed CPR and First aid certification for at least one staff on the facility premises. LPA observed health screening, staff immunization records, current AB 1207 Mandated Reporter training certificates, employee rights, and documentation of the educational background, training, and/or experience. LPA discussed annual fees and 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\342\200\231s inspection. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Meghan Mara. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.