Routine inspection·March 24, 2023

Licensing Program Analysts Erwina Pascual-Golamco and Jennifer Velasco (LPA) met with Administrator Kelli Vaccaro (M1) for an unannounced annual inspection. LPA toured the facility, including all activity and classroom spaces, restrooms, and outdoor play areas. Census included seven children in care with two classroom staff. M1 was reminded never to exceed the conditions, limitations and capacity specified on the license. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. M1 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 observed the classroom being utilized for children in licensed care. The classroom appeared clean including the carpets and floor. Playground equipment and surfaces were inspected and are in good condition with enough resilient material under climbing structures to absorb a fall. Uncontaminated drinking water was readily available to children both indoors and outdoors. Bathrooms were clean and all sinks and toilets were in operating condition. There are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises and the facility has at least one functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detector. LPA observed the sign in and out sheets. continued.... continuation.... Staff files were reviewed. LPA verified that staff working with school age children were qualified. LPA observed that at least one staff had a current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification. LPA observed the sample of children\342\200\231s files contained the required documents. LPA observed a current children's roster and a fire/disaster drill log. The facility is equipped with First Aid equipment. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. 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 M1 was encouraged to the visit the Department's website at WWW.CCLD.CA.GOV for information regarding child care updates, PINs, forms, regulations and legislation pertaining to child care centers. No deficiencies were cited during today\342\200\231s inspection. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with M1. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.