Routine inspection·August 22, 2024

On August 22, 2024 at approximately 08:40AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michelle Perez met with Facility Representative, Kahina Tahanout, TOSA Marcia Drew for an unannounced inspection. LPA observed a cenus of ten (10) preschool age children with two (4) staff, including the director. Teachers were fully qualified. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8am to 2:30 pm. 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. Playground equipment and surfaces are free of loose or sharp parts, adequate cushioning was observed in areas underneath climbing equipment, and adequate shading provided. Playground shared with TK, but utilized at different times. Toileting facilities are in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. The floors appeared clean throughout the facility. Storage containers with solid waste have tight-fitting covers in each classroom . Menus were posted on the refrigerator for AM/PM snack and lunch, which is prepared by school facility . Drinking water was readily available to children both indoors and outdoors via water fountain . Facility uses full legal signatures for sign in/sign out records . Children records were reviewed, it was observed that each child's file appropriate documentation. Staff records were reviewed for all present staff. At least one staff member present today has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification which expires April 2026 . All staff currently employed with the facility have complete files including a criminal record clearance, a health screening report, immunization records, current AB1207 Mandated Reporter Training, and documentation of their educational background, training, and/or experience. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. LPA observed medication for two children, that is locked up and secured and not expired. 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 informed the Director about Assembly Bill 2370, which will require certain licensed Child Care Facilities to test their water for excessive amounts of lead. Testing will be required beginning January 1, 2023. Thereafter, testing is required every 5-years. 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 encouraged the Director was encouraged to the visit the Department's website at WWW.CDSS.CA.GOV for information regarding childcare updates, forms, regulations, and legislation pertaining childcare centers. LPA also encouraged the Director to sign up for the Child Care Advocates quarterly newsletter. 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 . There are no title 22 Deficiencies cited during today's vist. This report was reviewed with site supervisor and TOSA, and an exit interview was conducted.