Pre-licensing visit·October 4, 2023

On October 4, 2023 at 9:45 am Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs), Diana Brasel and Ana Noble, toured proposed Preschool center, inside and out. The purpose of this inspection was for a Change in ownership. The Fire Clearance was granted on 07/20/2023 by San Bernardino County Fire Department. The days and hours of operation will be: Monday through Friday 6:30 am - 6:00 pm. Measurements were taken and the following was determined: Preschool Indoor Activity Areas LPA has determined that there is sufficient space to accommodate 105 children. Preschool Bathroom Fixtures 7 toilets x 15 = 105 children 7 sinks x 15 = 105 children Preschool Outdoor Activity Area: LPA has determined that there is sufficient space to accommodate more than the requested capacity of 105 children. Limiting factor for preschool capacity is the indoor square footage. Preschool capacity is limited to 105 children. The following was observed: \302\267 Classrooms are adequately equipped with age and size appropriate furniture and equipment. \302\267 There are drinking fountains located in the indoor activity space and the outside play area. The children bring their own drinking bottles, the facility will refill as needed per applicant. \302\267 Playgrounds are enclosed by appropriate fences (chain link fencing). \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. At time of pre-licensing visit, there were no bodies of water observed. \302\267 Toxins are not locked, see correction. \302\267 Outdoor activity areas are supplied with age and size appropriate equipment. \302\267 There is an adequate amount of cushioning material (wood chips) placed under play equipment \302\267 Adequate shade is provided by trees. \302\267 Drinking water is provided in the outdoor play areas by drinking fountains. \302\267 Food preparation area is equipped with refrigerator, sink with hot and cold running water, storage area, utensils, and adequate amount of food supplies. Per applicant children bring their lunches and the facility will provide snacks. \302\267 The room located behind the reception area will serve as the isolation area for ill children temporarily until parents arrive. \302\267 There is a bathroom located in the hallway that will also be used as the isolation bathroom. \302\267 Medication will be stored in the kitchen which is off limits to children. Medication needing to be kept cold will be kept in the kitchen refrigerator. \302\267 Medication administration forms were reviewed. \302\267 First Aid kit is complete. \302\267 Sign in/Sign out record was reviewed and meets regulation requirements. \302\267 Component II Orientation was completed during the inspection. \302\267 A review of staff records on 10/04/2023 indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Applicant was reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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. The applicant can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov LPA discussed AB 2370 and provided a copy of PIN 21-21.1-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. Once licensed, facility/licensee will have 180 days to complete. For more information visit: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information This facility plans to provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS). 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 LPA also informed applicant 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. LPA reviewed with applicant the LIC 311A, Records to Be Maintained at The Facility, for child\342\200\231s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted. 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. The applicant 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 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 The following items need to be completed/corrected prior to a license being issued: 1. Proof of repair in Room 2 of the sink counter area that the vinyl is missing leaving compressed wood exposed. Please submit a picture as proof of correction. 2. Proof of where the facilities poisons/toxins are being key locked stored. Please submit a picture as proof of correction. 3. Proof that the sandbox located in the Large playground area has sufficient sand. Please submit a picture as proof of correction. 4. Proof that the swing sets in both playground areas have been either repaired or removed. Please submit a picture as proof of correction. 5. Submit a written permission letter for the temporary relocation site listed on LIC 610. Once all corrections have been made, with proof sent to licensing, the application will be submitted for approval with a maximum capacity of 105. As agreed, upon by the applicant, all corrections are due within 30 days. If not received within 30 days from the date of this report, the application will be denied. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Richa Sharma applicant.