Routine inspection·May 2, 2024

On 05/02/2024 at 9:30 AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Tiffanie Diep and Rachel Zeron arrived at the facility to conduct an annual inspection. LPAs toured the facility inside and out, records were reviewed, and the following was observed and/or discussed: This is a combination center and the other licensed program is school-age (364820123), which was also inspected today. Normal days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The facility was operating with the limits as stated on the license. Ratios were being met during the inspection. Classrooms were adequately equipped with age and size-appropriate furniture and equipment and free of hazards. There are no weapons present at the facility per Director Stella Ehinlaiye. Director confirmed there are no accessible bodies of water present at this time. All wading pools or similar products must be emptied immediately after use. Uncontaminated drinking water was readily available both indoors and outdoors and provided by filtered water in water jugs and disposable cups. Water testing for lead contamination was completed on 02/16/2023. There are no children enrolled that have any prescribed medication per Director. All hazardous items, such as disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that could pose a danger were stored inaccessible to children. Toxins were locked. All floors were observed to be clean and safe. Restrooms were observed to be safe, sanitary, and in operating condition. Outdoor activity areas were supplied with age and size-appropriate equipment in good condition. Continues on LIC 809-C Continued from LIC 809 (Page 2) Playgrounds were enclosed by appropriate fences and free of hazards. Food preparation area was clean, free of litter, rubbish, and free of rodents and other vermin. Food was stored appropriately and protected from contamination. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, had tight-fitting covers that were kept on and in good repair. Menus were posted at least one week in advance in a place visible by the child\342\200\231s authorized representative, dated, kept on file for 30 days, and made available upon request. The areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment were cushioned with material that absorbs a fall, which was sand. Sign-in/out records were reviewed and met regulation requirements. Children\342\200\231s records were complete. Staff records reviewed during today\342\200\231s inspection indicate that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received all required clearances or exemptions and meet minimum qualifications for the position for which they were hired. During record review, LPAs did not observe required immunizations for all staff. Director completed preventive health and safety training on 02/04/2023. A staff member was present with current pediatric CPR and first aid certification which expires on 11/14/2024. Director\342\200\231s AB1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate expired on 05/19/2023. Documentation of fire and disaster drills on file; last drill was conducted on 01/12/2024. Director was informed of their reporting requirements and was provided with the Regional Office\342\200\231s Unusual Incident Reporting e-mail at UnusualIncidentReportsDO09@dss.ca.gov . Director can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from the facility via e-mail to Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov . The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at (951) 782-4200. Continued from LIC 809-C (Page 3) The following items were posted and updated where necessary: License Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610) and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC 9148) Notification of Parents' Rights poster (PUB 393) Personal Rights (LIC 613A) California Child Passenger Safety Law (PUB 269) Menu The director is asked to update the following documents, if applicable, and submit to Licensing within 30 days: Designation of Facility Responsibility (LIC 308) (only if changes have been made) Administrative Organization (LIC 309) (only if changes have been made) Personnel Report (LIC 500) Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610) Parent Handbook/Program Curriculum/Admission policies and procedures/Fee schedule (only if changes have been made) 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 five 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. Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018 , requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every five years after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . Continued from LIC 809-C (Page 4) 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/ . To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the e-mail address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE Tool, please send e-mail 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 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. Based on LPAs\342\200\231 observations, interviews conducted, and records reviewed, deficiencies are being cited on the attached LIC 809-D. LPAs Tiffanie Diep and Rachel Zeron informed the director, Stella Ehinlaiye, that this report dated 05/02/2024 documents two Type B citations as there was a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care. An exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the director, Stella Ehinlaiye. A notice of site visit was given to Director and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days.