Pre-licensing visit·August 2, 2022

Licensing Program Analysts' (LPA's) Maddox met with Rashon Reyes today for the purpose of conducting an announced Pre-Licensing inspection for Infants ages 0 to 2 yrs., the hours of operation will be: Mon--5:00 am to 7:00 pm. The Infant program will occupy 2 classrooms at this center. Applicant is also requesting to add a Toddler option to this component. Applicant has submitted applications for a School age ( 367750052 ) and a Preschool component ( 36775005 1). INDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE : · The childcare center was toured and found to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors · Floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean · A comfortable temperature for children shall always be maintained. · Furniture and equipment are maintained in good condition, free of sharp, lose or pointed parts. There are a variety of age-appropriate equipment, toys and materials in good condition and in sufficient quantity to allow children present to fully participate in planned activities. · Tables and chairs shall be provided to meet the needs of the children. · Drinking water is readily available in the form of a water cooler with disposable cups. · Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children were stored and inaccessible to children. · There are fully stocked first-aid kits in locations accessible to staff but inaccessible to children. · The isolation is in the office for any child who becomes ill during the day. · LPA observed carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors throughout the facility. · The center has a working telephone on the premises. · Sign-in and out procedure will be done manually at this time. · The licensee shall be responsible for ensuring that children with obvious symptoms of illness including, but not limited to, fever or vomiting, are not accepted. NAPPING · Cribs are available for napping, bedding and linen will be stored in cubbies. Linen will be laundered weekly or as needed. · Applicant shall ensure mattresses are firm, each mattress shall be equipped with a sheet to cover the cot or mat and, depending on the weather. Applicant is aware informed of new Safe Sleep Regulations (101439.1 Infant Care Center Sleeping Equipment and the requirement to check on Infants every 15 minutes including documentation. (C) Documentation shall be maintained in the infant’s file and be available to the Department for review. Documentation shall include the following: Date, Infant’s name, Time of each 15-minute check, and the Initials of staff person who conducted each check. Infants up to 12 months of age should have a completed Individual Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC 9227), a copy must be maintained and kept in the infant’s file and updated as needed. RESTROOMS There is a changing table within arm’s reach of a sink OUTDOOR LPA's observed a shaded rest area for the children. The play yard was free of hazards including, but not limited to, holes, broken glass and other debris, and dry grasses that pose a fire hazard. As a condition of licensure, the areas around and under high climbing equipment, swings, slides and other similar equipment shall be cushioned with material that absorbs falls. · There are no bodies of water on the premises HEALTH RELATED SERVICES: Medications shall be kept in a safe place inaccessible to children (Office). A refrigerator is available to store any medication that requires refrigeration. Applicant has implemented a written plan to record the administration of prescription and nonprescription medications and to inform the child's authorized representative daily when such medications have been given. 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 - Center will provide IMS FOOD SERVICES: There is a menu available specific for infants. Applicant is reminded of the requirement to report and unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC 624B. POSTINGS: Applicant was informed of the required postings for the Parent Board. Center has a disaster and mass casualty plan in place. INDOORS: There are 2 classrooms designated for Infants (Yellow Room #1 & #2) Yellow #1: 13.5 X 13.5 = 182/35=5 Yellow #2: 11 X 11 = 121/35=3 Total Capacity = 8 OUTDOORS : 30 X 19 = 570/75 = 8 Exit interview conducted, Fire clearance received for requested capacity. Copy of this report left with Applicant.