Routine inspection·June 22, 2023

On 6/22/23 at 9:18 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Patricia Berry conducted an annual inspection as part of a compliance review. This is a combination childcare center and the other licensed programs are: School-age which was also inspected on this date. A tour of the inside and outside of the facility was granted and the following was observed and/or noted: · The following items were posted and updated where necessary: - License - Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610) and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC9148) - Parent’s Rights Poster (PUB393) - Personal Rights (LIC613A) - Child Car Seat Law - Menu · The facility is operating within the limits as stated on the license. · Ratios are being met during this inspection · Classrooms are adequately equipped with age and size appropriate furniture and equipment and free of hazards · There are no weapons present at the facility as stated by Ishika Abeyratne · Bodies of water present. All wading pools or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position. LPA observed the in-ground pool meets Title 22 regulations. · Drinking water is provided in the indoor activity space and outside activity space water bottles from home and there is filtered water to replenish the water bottles throughout the day · Medications are stored where inaccessible to children (Cont on 809C) · Hazardous items are stored where inaccessible to children which include: Disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other items that are dangerous · Poisons and toxins are locked and inaccessible to children · All floors were observed to be clean and safe · Bathrooms were observed to be safe, sanitary and in operating condition · Playgrounds are enclosed by appropriate fences and free of hazards · Outdoor activity areas are supplied with age and size appropriate equipment in good condition · Food preparation area is clean, free of litter and rubbish and free of rodents and other vermin · Food is stored appropriately and protected from contamination · All storage containers for solid waste were observed to have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair · Sign in/Sign out record was reviewed and meets regulation requirements · Disaster drills are conducted at least every six months – last drill conducted on 3/21/23 A review of staff and children's records were conducted as part of this evaluation. · Children’s records were found to be complete during this inspection. · Staff records review indicates that all staff present meet minimum qualifications for the position for which they were hired. · A staff member is present with current Pediatric CPR/First Aid which expires on I.A. 4/24 · Opening and closing staff member’s CPR/First Aid expires on opener I.A. 4/24, closer I.A. 4/24 · Director completed Health and Safety Training 9/15/19 · Mandated Reporter Training exp I.A. 3/15/24 · A review of staff records on this date 6/22/23 indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances, associations or exemptions. · LPA discussed AB 2370 and PIN 21-21-CCP which explains the requirement for lead testing of water. All licensed Child Care Centers operating in buildings constructed before January 1, 2010, shall test their water for lead. Also, for a license issued on or after July 1, 2022, initial testing results shall be received and posted within 180 days of licensure or by the deadline of January 1, 2023 (Cont on 809C) 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 The following items were discussed with the Licensee/Director during inspection: · Menus shall be posted at least one week in advance in a place visible by the child’s authorized representative, dated and kept on file for 30 days, and made available upon request. · The areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment shall be cushioned with material that absorbs a fall · The Licensee was informed of their reporting requirements and provided with the Regional Office’s Unusual Incident Reporting email mailbox: UnusualIncidentReportsDO09@dss.ca.gov · The Licensee can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations858@dss.ca.gov · Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. · Please subscribe at www. childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov to receive Department updates. They will be sent directly to your e-mail account once you have set up an account. This website can also be accessed through www.ccld.ca.gov LPA observed no infant program (Cont on 809C) 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. On-line Licensing forms & regulations for a Child Care Center can be obtained on the Department’s website: www.ccld.ca.gov . Additionally, there is a link to “Receive Important Updates” located on the right side of the page, immediately above Quick Links. One can add their email address and choose which program(s) they wish to receive Provider Information Notices (PIN). 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. LPA referred director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. 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. The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday – Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at: 1-844-LET-US-NO (1-844-538-8766) and/or 951-782-4200 (Cont on 809C) The licensee/director was 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 or file copy is more than 2 years old) 4. LIC 309 Administrative Organization (only if changes have been made or file copy is more than 2 years old) 5. LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility (only if changes have been made & current designation is on file) No deficiencies cited at this time. Technical Violation issued for non-compliance with lead testing requirements according to 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. Lead testing was completed 2/23 and no ALE's were found. 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-lic ensing/ spection-process . An exit interview was conducted, and this report was reviewed with director, appeal rights discussed and notice of site visit issued during the visit. Notice of site visit must be posted for 30 days.