Routine inspection·September 17, 2024

On Thursday September 17th 2024, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Mandie Goodwin and Kyrsten Williams met with owner Sithumini Millawabandara for the purpose of an unannounced random inspection. Upon arrival LPAs observed 23 preschool children being supervised by 4 staff members. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM. A health and safety inspection was conducted in the classrooms, restroom, food service area, and outdoor play area. LPA observed required postings. Cleaning disinfectants and hazardous items are appropriately stored and inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, and toileting facilities are in sanitary and operating condition. The floors appeared clean throughout the facility. LPA observed functional smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and a fire extinguisher. Nap equipment was stored appropriately with bedding separated. LPA observed a current roster, documentation of sign in and sign outs through a digital application, and documentation that facility is conducting emergency disaster drills at least every 6 months. Per record the last fire drill was conducted on 8/8/24. Children have access to water indoors and outdoors by bringing water bottles which are refilled. Playground equipment and surfaces were inspected and are in good condition with enough resilient material under climbing structures to absorb a fall. Outdoor shade is provided by canopies, and sides of buildings. There are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises. Director stated there are no poisons on the premises. LPA reviewed present staff files. 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. Upon review, all staff members had current mandated reporter trainings. LPA advised AB 1207 Mandated Reporter training must be renewed every two years and can be renewed at www.mandatedreporterca.com . LPAs did not observe immunization records for 4 out of 5 staff files reviewed. (Report continues 809-C) A sample of 7 children's records were reviewed. Each child's file contained an emergency card, consent for emergency medical treatment, record of immunization’s and notifications of children’s and parent’s rights. LPAs did not observe medical assessment forms (LIC701 or LIC702) in 7 out of 7 files. LPA did not observe LIC9224 Acknowledgment of Receipt of Licensing Reports in 7 out of 7 files for type A citations given within the last year. 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 . Director 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. LPA referred licensee to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information- https://www.cdss.ca.gov./inforesources/child-care-licesing/water-testing-information . LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Director 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 Director 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. Continued on 809-C Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. 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/ . Director 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. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Sithumini Millawabandara. Based on the areas evaluated, title 22 deficiencies were cited today and are listed on 809-D. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.