Routine inspection·September 24, 2024

On 09/24/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carol Heath conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection at Wrightwood Elementary School and met with Site Supervisor Katie Morgan. LPA explained the purpose of the visit and was granted entry. Upon arrival, LPA observed one classroom (#2) in operation with 16 children, one teacher, and two aides present. The center's hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:10 AM to 11:10 AM. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed, and according to the Site Supervisor, no children currently require IMS. Physical Plant: LPA toured and inspected the preschool classroom. Furniture and equipment were appropriate for the children's ages and in good repair. All rooms were clean and safe. The telephone was confirmed, and heating, lighting, and ventilation were adequate. LPA observed cubbies labeled with the children's names for storing personal belongings. Age-appropriate toys and materials were available, and the daily activity schedule was posted in each classroom. As this is a half-day program, no napping equipment was required. Drinking water was provided inside the classrooms using disposable plastic cups and water jugs. Additionally, a fire extinguisher (last checked on 6/2024), smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector were present on the premises. All containers used for storing solid waste, including movable bins, must have tight-fitting lids that remain in place. These containers must be leakproof and rodent-proof. There are no bathrooms within the classroom. Children use two bathrooms located on the school campus, each equipped with individual stalls for privacy and sinks. The bathrooms were observed to be in safe and sanitary condition, with properly functioning, age-appropriate toilets and sinks. Soap, toilet paper, and paper towels were readily available. A review of the medication policy indicated that prescription medication is only administered with written permission from the parent. The Director and other administrative staff are responsible for administering medication and documenting the dosage, date, and time in a log. Medication, correctly labeled and stored in its original container, is locked at the center unless a parent requests its daily return. Medication is kept at the center until expiration and then sent home with the parent for disposal. The director's office has a designated area for isolating and caring for ill children, which includes a mat for rest. An isolated toilet and sink in the staff restroom are also available for ill children. A Fire Drill/Earthquake log (dated 10/2023) is in the office. According to the supervisor, the preschool practice with school. LPA recommend the disaster drills have been conducted for at least six months. A current roster is available. Lead Testing: A case management visit was conducted on 1/13/2023. LPA observed ELKAY EZH20 filtered water in the classroom. Outdoor Area: The play equipment was inspected for health, safety, cushioning materials, good repair, and age appropriateness. The preschool program uses the kindergarten and transitional kindergarten (T-K) outdoor play area at Wrightwood Elementary School. LPA inspected the outdoor space and noted that it includes a large play structure with a slide and a climbing wall, as well as three swings. The play structure is securely anchored, and the cushioning material beneath it consists of wood chips. The area was observed to be free of debris during the inspection. Drinking fountains are available within the play yard, and natural shaded areas are provided. LPA also observed a first aid kit and provided the Director with a first aid supplies checklist. Parent Board: The parent board was reviewed and includes all required postings. Fire and earthquake drills are current. Sign-in and sign-out sheets were reviewed, and the teacher-to-child ratio was observed, with staff names recorded. LPA evaluated care and supervision to ensure the children's basic needs were met appropriately. Staff and Children's Records: LPA reviewed both staff and children's records. At least one staff member with current CPR and First Aid certification was present. All teachers have valid CPR/First Aid certification and complete the Mandated Reporter training every two years. All staff are vaccinated against Measles, Pertussis, and Influenza, and all have the required fingerprint clearances associated with the facility. LPA reviewed 5 children's records, all of which were complete and signed by parents. Food Service: The school cafeteria provides all food, including breakfast and snacks. Allergy lists are posted in the classroom. Chemicals are stored separately from food supplies, with soaps, detergents, and cleaning compounds kept in a separate area. Menus are posted at least one week in advance and made available for parents' review. The following general information was discussed during this inspection: §1596.7995 (a)(1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a daycare center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year. All Licensing reports are available for review online and are considered public information. Summary: Assembly Bill 2621 added Section 1596.819 to the Health and Safety Code to require the Department to post certain licensing information for CCCs and FCCHs on its public internet website. Before working or volunteering in a licensed childcare facility, all individuals subject to a criminal record review shall obtain a clearance or criminal record exemption. If a fingerprint clearance has been obtained through the Department, Licensee may request a transfer of a criminal record clearance from one state-licensed facility to another using form LIC 9184 Senate Bill AB 633 - Child Care Facilities: Parent Notification Requirements Summary: This bill amends Health and Safety Code (HSC) sections 1596.859, 1596.8595, 1596.8895, and 1597.05 to improve the transparency of licensing records and to ensure that parents/guardians using a licensed childcare facility are aware of situations that present the greatest danger to children Center Director advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation (call within 24 hours and submit a written report within 7 days) and on the form LIC624. The Center reminded to review updates/regulations as well as quarterly updates on the Department website. The "Notification of Parent's Rights" poster must be posted in an area of the center accessible to parents. The information regarding new legislation with regard to exemptions and parents' rights was also discussed. Child Care Centers Licensee [or facility representative] 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. Lead Testing – Child Care Centers (CCC) CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: 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 5-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. For the following scenarios use the below un-bolded language: • CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND IS IN THE PROCESS OF REMEDIATING LEAD EXCEEDANCES, or • CCC COMPLETED SAMPLING BUT THE TEST RESULTS ARE NOT YET AVAILABLE, or • CCC DID NOT COMPLETE TESTING PRIOR TO THEIR DEADLINE, or • CCC TESTING DEADLINE HAS NOT PAST LPA referred licensee [or facility representative] to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. Child Care Centers and Family Child Care Homes LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee [or facility representative] and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee [or facility representative] 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. Child Care Centers IF THERE IS NO CHILD AT THE FACILITY THAT CURRENTLY NEEDS IMS, USE AS FOLLOWS: 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/ . MyChildCarePlan.org – Centers and Family Child Care Homes Licensee [or facility representative] 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. 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 . Notice of Site Visit - Centers and Family Child Care Homes A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. No deficiencies are being cited at this time; the facility complies with Title 22 An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the site supervisor, Katie Morgan.