Routine inspection·June 15, 2022

On 06/15/22, at 10:31 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Rajani Goudreau, conducted an unannounced Annual Inspection and met with Director, Priscilla Laguna disclosed the purpose of the inspection and toured the facility indoors and outdoors. This is a full day program which operates year around. The following ratios were observed: seven children with one staff member. Facility operates Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. There were no bodies of water observed on the premises. There are no firearms or ammunition on the premises, per director. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other hazardous items were observed to be inaccessible. No poisons were observed during the inspection. Furniture and equipment in the classrooms were observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The playground equipment and play materials were observed to be in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space was observed to be maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All toilets and hand washing facilities were observed to be in safe and sanitary operating condition. The floors in the facility were observed to clean and safe. The kitchen, food preparation and storage areas were observed to be clean, free of litter. Solid waste storage containers were observed to have tight-fitting covers and in good repair. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors by the use of refillable water containers. Areas around high climbing equipment were observed to have sufficient cushioning material by the use of rubber mulch to absorb falls. Play ground equipment is suitable for ages 2 through 12 years old, per observation. The isolation area is located in the directors office and the isolation restroom is located near the director office. Shade was observed in the outdoor activity space by the use of building awnings. Based on observation, the facility has a carbon monoxide detector and a first aid kit that meets requirements. A review of staff records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances or exemptions. Upon notification from the Department, the licensee will comply and act immediately to terminate the employment of, remove from the facility or bar from entering the facility for any person it is deemed necessary while the Department considers granting or denying an exemption. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained, per observation.  At least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid is present when children are at the facility, based on the director’s statement and file review.   Sign in/out sheets reviewed and observed to have the parent’s/authorized representative’s full legal signatures and record the time of day. Children were observed to be under supervision, including visual supervision.  Based on observation, the facility maintains a ratio of one teacher supervising no more than 12 children in care.  LPA reviewed a sample of children’s and staff files and observed files were complete. Required documents are posting in the facility, per observation. 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 inspectionprocess@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 . 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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Section 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 . Services are in place. No deficiencies issued during today's inspection. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted with the director, Priscilla Laguna.