Facility-requested visit·March 10, 2022

On 3/10/2022, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Samuel Lopez and Destinee Hogue arrived at the facility to conduct a Case Management inspection due to a request of an increase in capacity. The Preschool classrooms and playground were toured. A Fire Clearance was granted on 11/17/2021. The days and hours of operation will continue to be: Monday through Friday; 6:30am to 6:30pm. A sample of staff and children files were also reviewed. Measurements were previous taken on 11/13/2019 during the Pre-licensing inspection. Based on those measurements the following has been determined: Preschool Indoor Activity Areas LPA has determined that there is sufficient space to accommodate 143 children. Preschool Bathroom Fixtures 10 toilets x 15 = 150 children 18 sinks x 15 = 270 children Preschool Outdoor Activity Area: LPA has determined that there is sufficient space to accommodate 148 children. Limiting factor for preschool capacity is the Fire Clearance. Preschool capacity is limited to 140 children. The following was observed: · Classrooms are adequately equipped with age and size appropriate furniture and equipment · Water fountains and pitchers supply drinking water in the indoor activity space · Playgrounds are enclosed by appropriate fences · Outdoor activity areas are supplied with age and size appropriate equipment · 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. · An adequate amount of cushioning material is in place under play equipment · Adequate shade is provided · Drinking water is provided in the outdoor play areas by water fountains and water pitchers with cups · Food preparation area is clean, free of litter, rubbish and free of rodents and other vermin · The office area is located at the entrance of the facility and a room adjacent serves as an isolation room in case of an illness · Toxins are locked · Medication are stored in the front office and secured in a locked cabinet. If refrigeration is required it is stored in a locked box located in the kitchen · First Aid kit is complete · Sign in/Sign out record was reviewed and meets regulation requirements · The Director was informed of their reporting requirements and is provided with the Regional Office’s Unusual Incident Reporting email mailbox: UnusualIncidentReportsDO09@dss.ca.gov · A review of staff records on 3/10/2022 indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. - 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. - This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information, see PIN 22-02-CCP . A 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 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. - To receive important licensed-related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. - 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 – Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at: 1-844-LET-US-NO (1-844-538-8766) and/or 951-782-4200 No deficiencies were cited however, a Technical Advisory was issued 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. The requested increase in capacity from 94 to 140 children will be submitted for approval. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Shannon Garcia.