Routine inspection·February 3, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Aman Sharma arrived at the facility to conducted a required annual inspection. Entrance was granted by licensee, John Ahrens and a tour of the inside and outside of the facility was given. The following was observed and/or noted: This is a childcare center with children the ages of 2-5 years old. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday 6:30am-6:00pm. A review of staff and children's records were reviewed as part of this inspection. \302\267 If applicable, and only if changes have been made, the licensee is asked to update the following documents, and submit to licensing within 30 days: 1. LIC 500 Personnel Report 2. LIC 610 Emergency & Disaster Plan 3. Parent Handbook/ Program Curriculum/Admission policies and procedures/ fee schedule 4. LIC 309 Administrative Organization \302\267 LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility \302\267 LPA confirmed the following items have been posted and are updated where necessary: - License - Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610) and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC9148) - Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster (PUB393) - Personal Rights (LIC613A) - Child Car Seat Law \302\267 The facility is operating with the limits as stated on the license. \302\267 Ratios were being met during this inspection \302\267 Classrooms are adequately equipped with age and size appropriate furniture and equipment and free of any hazards. \302\267 There are no weapons present at the facility \302\267 There are no accessible bodies of water present. All wading pools or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position. \302\267 Uncontaminated drinking water was observed in both, indoor and outdoor activity spaces \302\267 Medications are stored where they are inaccessible to children. \302\267 Hazards are also stored where they are inaccessible to children. These include: Disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other items that are dangerous to the health and safety of children in care. \302\267 Poisons and toxins are locked in an off-limit area of the facility. \302\267 All floors are kept clean and safe \302\267 Restrooms were observed to be safe, sanitary and in operating condition \302\267 Playgrounds are enclosed by appropriate fences and free of hazards \302\267 Outdoor activity areas are in good condition and supplied with age/size appropriate equipment. \302\267 Food preparation area is clean, free of litter, rubbish and free of rodents and other vermin and is stored appropriately and protected from contamination. The facility does not prepare food for children, they bring their own. \302\267 All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins have tight-fitting covers that were observed to be on and in good repair. \302\267 The areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment were cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. \302\267 Sign in/Sign out record was reviewed and meets regulation requirements. \302\267 Disaster drills are to be conducted every six months \342\200\223 last drill was conducted on 01/16/2023 \302\267 A staff member is present with current Pediatric CPR/First Aid on file which expires on 02/11/2023 \302\267 Mandated reporter training was on file and expire in 03/2024 \302\267 Licensee has completed Health and Safety Training, which is on file. \302\267 A review of children\342\200\231s records were found to be complete during this inspection. \302\267 The Licensee was informed of their reporting requirements and is provided with the Regional Office\342\200\231s Unusual Incident Reporting email mailbox: UnusualIncidentReportsDO09@dss.ca.gov \302\267 A review of staff records indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. \302\267 The licensee can submit transfer forms to associate or disassociate someone from their facility at: Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov \302\267 A review of staff records indicates that all staff present meet minimum qualifications for the position for which they were hired. - 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. - 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 - Licensee 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. - Go to the licensing webpage www.ccld.ca.gov , and click on the \342\200\234Receive Important Updates\342\200\235 located on the right side of the page, immediately above the Quick Links. One can add their email address and choose which program(s) they wish to receive Provider Information Notices (PIN) for. - To access on-line Licensing forms & Regulations for a Child Care Center please visit: www.ccld.ca.gov . - The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday \342\200\223 Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at: 1-844-LET-US-NO (1-844-538-8766) and/or 951-782-4200 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 . Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the director, John Ahrens. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.