Routine inspection·June 12, 2023

On June 12, 2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Kuliema Calloway, made an unannounced Inspection to the Just 4 Kids Day Care Center. The purpose of the inspection was to conduct an Annual Random Inspection Visit. LPA met with the Director who granted access and guided LPA on a tour of the facility inside and outside. Upon arrival, there were fifty (50) children in care and twelve (12) staff members. Per Director, the children are inspected (wellness check) for illnesses as they arrive. A review of medication policy indicated that prescription medication (current date) is administered only with parent's written permission. Director and Assistant Director administers medication (inhalers) the documented dosage, date and time are on the LIC 627 forms signed by the parents. For two of the children, the forms were not signed. Medication is properly labeled and stored in its original container. There is a separate area for isolation and care of ill children at the front desk area. Transportation is provided. Physical Plant : There are four classrooms the left upon entry (A1, A2, A3, and A4) for Kindergarten and Preschool A3 & A4 are a combined classroom and three (3) teachers. There are four classrooms on the right upon entry (B1, B2, B3, and B4) for Preschool with four (4) teachers. Inside play structure (secured, cushion material surrounding). Furniture and equipment were inspected throughout for age appropriateness and good repair. All rooms are clean and safe. Telephone service was verified. Heating, lighting, and ventilation are adequate. There are cubbies for children's belongings. LPA observed age-appropriate toys, books, and materials throughout the center. Drinking water is available (water fountain in the POD area and Dixie cups). LPA observed enough cots available for napping children. The bedding is stored separately and properly. Per Director the sheets are washed (weekly or as needed) and cots are sanitized daily. There are fire extinguishers (several, observed full), smoke detector and a carbon monoxide detector on the premises. Sign in and out sheets : For parents is electronic on Bright Wheel APP Program. The parent board was reviewed and has all the required forms posted. Fire/earthquake drills current. Roster current. Kitchen: clean, fully equipped with refrigerator and freezer (separate staff and center), microwave oven, stove, washer, dryer and storage of food (labelled with expiration date). The facility provides breakfast, AM snack, lunch, PM snack, and evening snack (provided by parent). Menu is posted in the kitchen and on each classroom parent board, front area, and Bright Wheel APP. Allergy list is posted in the kitchen and each classroom. LPA observed an appropriate amount of food and snacks. The chemicals are kept separate from the food (kitchen cabinet). Bathrooms: observed 2 clean bathrooms (6 toilets, 4 sinks). Toilets and sinks are functioning properly and are age appropriate. LPA observed soap, toilet paper and paper towels readily available. Water temperature is appropriate. Ratios: Teacher child ratios were observed, and staff names recorded. Care and supervision were observed while teachers interacted with children. Outside: The facility has 2 playground areas. The preschool play area (right upon exit) gated, separated from older children with grass, sand, and concrete for active play. Outdoor play equipment slide set, octagon apparatus, tricycles, in good repair. There is a shed (gated and locked-off limits).The area was observed to be free of debris. There is an area for shade and rest. Drinking water is available in the form of a pitcher (Igloo) and Dixie cups and water fountain. School Aged play area (left side) sand and concrete for play was equipped with Basketball court, slide set, octagon apparatus, shade area for rest and is completely fenced. There is a storage shed (gated, locked) off limits. There were no bodies of water on either play area. Children's records and staff records were reviewed. Staff are certified in Pediatric CPR and First Aid. Mandated Reporter training was needed for two staff members. Additional forms and a copy of Title 22 Regulations may be obtained at the department's website www.ccld.ca.gov . --Director advised visit www.shotsforschool.org for Immunization information. --Director was informed of responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse, 1-800-827-8724/760-243-6640 --Child Care Centers (Disaster Planning information): https://cccld.childcarevideos.org/child-care-center-operators/disaster-planning-and-fire-safety/ --Child Care Videos: https://ccld.childcarevideos.org --Child Care Advocates information: www.childcareadvocatesprogram@cdss.ca.gov 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 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 There were deficiencies cited during the inspection. See 809 D pages. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was read and provided to Jennifer Morris, Site Director at the facility.