Routine inspection·May 10, 2023

On 05/10/23, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Beneroso met with the Lead Teacher, Alma Valencia for the One Year Required inspection for the preschool license in accordance with the facility sketch. A tour of the facility was conducted. Upon arrival LPA observed 22 preschool children and 2 teachers on the premises, along with the Lead Teacher. The hours of operation are 7:45AM 10:45PM Monday - Friday. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. Indoor/Children\342\200\231s Area: Classroom is clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair; all outdoor and indoor passageways, stair ways, incline, ramps, open porches and other areas of potential hazard are kept free of obstruction; floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean, cleaning compounds inaccessible, poisons locked, furniture/equipment is good condition, free of flies, other insects, rodents; tables/chairs provided to meet children\342\200\231s needs; all play equipment and materials used by children are age-appropriate, each child has an individual permanent or portable storage space (cubby, individually labelled with name ) for his/her clothing, and personal belongings. There is a working telephone. Trash cans for solid waste have tight fitting lids , drinking water is readily available indoors and outdoors. LPA observed a water jug available for children. Disposable cups are provided to children indoor and outdoor. All materials and surfaces are toxic free are inaccessible, no fireplace. There is a working Carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector and Fire Extinguisher (3A40BC). Teacher child ratios were observed to be appropriate, and staff name recorded. Care and supervision were evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Health Related Services. IMS: Per Lead Teacher, no medications are not kept in the facility. The facility does not provide IMS services at the moment. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 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/childquanda.htm Food Service: The facility currently does not have a food program. Lunch is obtained from school\342\200\231s cafeteria. Restrooms: LPA inspected and observed restrooms and were found to be in operable condition. LPA observed soap, toilet paper and paper towels readily available. Water temperature is appropriate. There is an isolation area for children who become in the lead teacher's office/area. Facility maintains a comfortable temperature at all times, first aid supplies (thermometer, bandages, scissors), sign in/out sheets (manual for each class) available and completed daily. No Smoking on the premises, daily inspection for illness, no prohibited child care items observed. Firearms/weapons are not allowed or stored on premises. There is no body of water on the premises. Napping: Preschool children are at the facility from 7:45 AM 10:45 AM for the AM Program and 11:30aM to 2:30PM for the afternoon program . Per Lead teache r , children do not nap due to children are at the facility for half days. Outdoor: The facility has one playground area for the preschool children . Outside play area is completely fenced. Outdoor play equipment was inspected for health, safety, good repair and age appropriateness. There is grass, concrete, and appropriate surfaces in areas for active play. The area was observed to be free of debris, f ree from hazard, holes, broken items, debris, cushioning material underneath. No bodies of water were observed. There are areas for shade and rest. Staff/Personnel Records: Lead teacher (qualified). The qualification for other staff were also verified, Designation of Responsibility observed, immunization's, TB clearance, health screening, criminal record statement, statement acknowledging suspected child abuse and mandated reporter were observed in file. Facility Records: Roster, fire/disaster drill log last completed on 02/09/2023, CPR/First Aid, and mandated report training were reviewed. Posting Requirements: Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty. The following were observed posted as required: facility license, Personal Rights (LIC613A), Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster (PUB 394L), emergency disaster plan, earthquake preparedness checklist. Documents Provided and or Discussed: Forms and records to keep at the facility and IMS. Advisory/Other: First Aid kit was observed with supplies (thermometer) readily available. CPR/First Aid expires on 02/04/2025. Mandated Reporter Training for Lead Teacher was up to date. One of the Associate Teachers did not have her mandated reporter current. Lead Teacher to send proof of certificate to LPA Beneroso. Electrical outlets are inaccessible, recalled and or prohibited toys or sleep/play equipment were not observed on the premises. There are no window cords accessible to children. Sign in and out sheets were reviewed. The parent board was reviewed and has all of the required forms posted. Fire/earthquake drills current. Roster current. Lead teacher was advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents. Licensee informed to utilize the Unusual Incident Report/Injury Report LIC624B when submitting the report to the department (email address on the website: www.unusualincidentreport@dss.ca.gov ). A report shall be made to the department by telephone or fax during the department's normal business hours before the close of the next working day following the occurrence during the operation of family day care home. In addition, a written report shall be submitted to the department within seven days following the occurrence of any events specified above. The On Duty Worker is available for questions at (661) 202-3318 Monday through Friday 8am-5pm. Lead Teacher 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. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or agent of the Department shall, upon presentation of proper identification, shall inspect the facility. Director shall permit the Department to inspect the family child care home, and to privately interview children or staff, to determine compliance with or to prevent violations of child care center or regulations, also enter and inspect any place providing personal care, supervision and services at any time, with or without advance notice, to secure compliance with, or to prevent a violation. There were no deficiencies or citations issued during inspection. 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. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided to Lead Teacher, Alma Valencia.