Routine inspection·May 31, 2022

At 10:15 a.m. on Tuesday, May 31st, 2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Karyn Guerra met with Director, Iliyah Demafeliz, for the purpose of a required - 1 year inspection. LPA observed a census of 19 children supervised by 2 staff. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. Operating hours of the facility are from 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained criminal record clearance. LPA discussed associating substitute staff to facility. 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. A health and safety inspection was conducted in the classrooms, restrooms, food service areas, and outdoor play areas. LPA observed the following documents are posted: License, Emergency Disaster Plan, Personal Rights, Parents' Rights Poster, menus, and daily schedule. Cleaning disinfectants and hazardous items are appropriately stored and inaccessible to children. No children in care require medications. Director stated there are no poisons on the premises. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, and toileting facilities are in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. Bins for solid waste in the have tight fitting lids. The floors appeared clean throughout the facility. The facility provides breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack. The food preparation space is free of litter and all food was protected against contamination. Drinking water was readily available to children both indoors and outdoors via drinking fountains and labeled bottles. There are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises. LPA observed a functional carbon monoxide detector. Playground equipment and surfaces are free of loose or sharp parts. LPA observed Report continues on 809-C. artificial turf beneath the low plastic play structures. Outdoor shade is provided by shade sails. LPA observed sign in and sign out forms with parent's initials only. Staff files were reviewed. At least one staff member present today has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification. LPA observed immunization records and documentation of the educational background, training, and/or experience and AB 1207 Mandated Reporter training certificates. LPA discussed Director qualifications. Children's records were reviewed. Each child's file contained an emergency card, consent for emergency medical treatment and notifications of children’s and parent’s rights, health history, physician's report and immunization records. This facility provides does not provide Incidental Medical Services – IMS. 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 . LPA discussed annual fees. A staff interview was conducted with the Director, Iliyah Demafeliz. 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 . A Title 22 deficiency cited on the subsequent pages of this report. An exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Iliyah Demafeliz. Appeal rights were provided. Director's signature on this report acknowledges receipt of these rights. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.