Routine inspection·September 6, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Aman Sharma conducted a required annual inspection. LPA was met with site director, Elizabeth R-Rivera. An inside out tour of the facility was given, and the following was observed and/or noted: This is a combination center. The other program, School-age was also inspected on this date. \302\267 The licensee/director is asked to update the following documents, if applicable, 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 (only if changes have been made) 4. LIC 309 Administrative Organization 5. LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility \302\267 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 - Food menu. \302\267 The facility is operating with the limits as stated on the license. \302\267 Ratios were met during this inspection \302\267 Classrooms are adequately equipped with age and size appropriate furniture and equipment and are free of 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 Children have the option to bring their own water bottles to utilize in both, indoor and outdoor activity spaces. Otherwise, uncontaminated drinking water is provided, in plastic cups. LPA observed water refill jugs in both, indoor and outdoor areas of the facility. \302\267 No medications are being used in the preschool program \302\267 Hazards are also stored where they were accessible 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 were observed locked and inaccessible to children in care. \302\267 All floors were observed clean and safe, and shall remain so at all times. \302\267 Restrooms were observed to be sanitary and in operating condition. \302\267 Playgrounds are enclosed by appropriate fences. \302\267 Outdoor activity areas are in good condition& supplied with age/size appropriate equipment-SEE LIC9102 \302\267 Food preparation area is clean, free of litter, rubbish and free of rodents and other vermin. \302\267 Food is stored appropriately and protected from contamination. \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 Menus were posted with date included and were placed in a visible location of children\342\200\231s authorized representatives. Menus shall be kept on file for 30 days, and made available upon request. \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 All staff members present had a current Pediatric CPR/First Aid on file and expire in 02/2025. \302\267 A review of children and staff records were found to be complete during this inspection. \302\267 Disaster drills are to be conducted every six months \342\200\223 last drill was conducted on 07/24/23 \302\267 The Director 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 Director 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 staff that were present meet minimum qualifications for the position for which they were hired. \302\267 No deficiencies were cited during this inspection. - This facility does provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS), but not for the preschool program. LPA reviewed where storage of medication and equipment/supplies would be, and discussed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records to be completed as needed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - 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/childqanda.htm - Director 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 was conducted and report was reviewed with the site director, Elizabeth R-Rivera . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.