Routine inspection·September 20, 2023

On September 20, 2023 at 1:41 p.m. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Zirbes and Maddoz met with the Administrator Saleena Smith. The purpose of the inspection was to conduct an unannounced required one year inspection. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection to the Administrator. Present during today\342\200\231s inspection were zero school age children. The school age program consists of three classrooms (Game Room, Learning Center and Gym/Playroom), administrative office, kitchen/staff lounge, two restroom and four additional off limits rooms (Grand Hall, toddler room, infant room, and Azy's room). The program is located in a business center. An approved waiver is on file for the outdoor space. The program operates Monday to Friday. Mornings - 7:00am to 8:30am; Afternoons - 2:00pm - 6:00pm. The program operates a full day program 7:00am-6:00 pm when school is not in session. Indoor/Children's Area: Child care center is clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair; all outdoor and indoor passageways, stair ways, incline, ramps, open porches and other areas of potential hazard are kept free of obstruction. Cleaning compounds are stored in the staff bathroom, office, staff break room, and attic. The cleaning products were observed on the ground of the office, and in unlocked cabinets in the staff break room and staff bathroom. Per Administrator, the doors leading to the cleaning products are always locked or a staff member is in the area. LPA advised the Administrator of the importance of ensuring the doors leading to the cleaning products are always locked even if a staff person is present in the room. The Center was free of flies, other insects, or rodents. Each classroom was equipped with tables and chairs to meet children\342\200\231s needs. All play equipment and materials used by children are age-appropriate. Trash cans for solid waste have tight fitting lids. All materials and surfaces are toxic free. No fireplaces were present in the center classrooms. Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors are located in the Center. A fire extinguisher was located in the Center. The Center had working telephone service on the premises. There is an isolation area for children who become ill while in care. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at all times. Sign in/out sheets were available and are completed each day. LPA and Administrator discussed the need to add information to the sign in and our sheets regarding school drop off and pick up. Report Continued on page two Report continued from page one Smoking prohibited on the premises. Staff complete daily inspections for illness. LPA did not observe prohibited child care items at this time. All electrical outlets were inaccessible. Firearms/weapons are not allowed or stored on premises. There are no bodies of water on the premises. The Center has the menu posted. Children have access to water while in the classrooms via personal water bottles. Restrooms: The school age program utilizes the two restrooms in the Center. One restroom was located down the hall near the staff office and the second student restroom was located near the staff lounge. Each school age restroom had one toilet and one sink. Restrooms were age appropriate and contained paper towels and soap dispensers. One additional restroom was available for the staff. Staff office/Kitchen: The area had a refrigerator, microwave and cabinets for food storage. Table and chair was available for the staff. Food Service: The Center provides one morning snack and one afternoon snack for the children. Outdoor: Currently there is zero outdoor space for the children. The school age program has an approved waiver on file for the outdoor play space. The Gym/Play room is utilizes for gross motor activities. LPA observed a padded floor with gymnastic mats, octagon climber, slide and a rock climber. Children have access to water while in the classrooms via personal water bottles. Staff/Child Records LPA reviewed three child files and two staff files. Based on LPA review, files contained all required documents. Facility Records LPA and Facility representative reviewed the LIC 311A Records To Be Maintained At The Facility. Per conversation with facility representative and LPA observation, the Center has zero drinking fountains and zero sinks or fixtures that are utilized for food preparation. Administrator stated the facility has 5 gallon water containers on site and a water cooler. Facility plans to have water delivered monthly and will always have at least three full water containers on site at all times. Report continued on page three Report continued from page two Health Related Services 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 . Postings: The following were observed posted as required: facility license, Personal Rights (LIC613A), Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster (PUB 393), car seat law (PUB 269), emergency disaster plan. Topics Discussed: Any duly authorized officer, employee, or agent of the Department shall, upon presentation of proper identification, shall inspect the facility. The Director shall permit the Department to inspect the center, and to privately interview children or staff, to determine compliance with or to prevent violations of laws or regulations, also enter and inspect any place providing personal care, supervision and services at any time, with or without advance notice, to secure compliance with, or to prevent a violation. Facility representative was advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents . Facility representative informed to utilize the Unusual Incident Report/Injury Report LIC624 when submitting the report to the department (email address: www.unusualincidentreport@dss.ca.gov ). A report shall be made to the department by telephone or fax during the department's normal business hours before the close of the next working day following the occurrence during the operation of center. In addition, a written report shall be submitted to the department within seven days following the occurrence of any events specified above. The On-Duty Worker is available for questions at (661) 202-3318 Monday through Friday 8am-5pm. Facility representative 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. Report continued on page three Report continued from page three 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 license 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 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 insectionprocess@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/inspection-process . Based on LPA observations and record review zero citation were issued today. 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. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Saleena Smith.