Routine inspection·November 17, 2022

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Jennifer Lott and Joelle Redding made an unannounced annual licensing inspection. LPA\342\200\231s were greeted at the front of the facility by Shawn Santo and granted entry after identifying themselves and disclosing the purpose of their visit. During today's inspection, there were 21 children with 4 staff in 2 classrooms. Appropriate ratios and capacity were observed. Furniture and age appropriate equipment is in good condition. Rooms have adequate heating, lighting, ventilation. Floors appear to be clean and safe. Drinking water is readily accessible. Bathrooms are maintained with operational toilets and faucets. Paper towels and toilet paper are available. Director states they do not provide food service. All foods/beverages capable of rapid spoiling are stored in covered containers at 45 F or less. Storage containers for solid waste have tight-fitting covers and are kept in good repair. Storage areas for poisons are locked. Director stated there are no firearms or ammunition stored on the premises. The facility appears to be free of insects and rodents. There is an operational carbon monoxide detector at the facility. Outdoor play area is a fenced playground with sufficient material for cushioning. There are no bodies of water. Climbing structures, swings and slides are securely fixed to the ground. Area has drinking water readily accessible and grounds are free of debris or potential hazards. LPA reviewed medication storage. Personnel records contain health screening documentation and all staff member has current CPR and First Aid certifications. All staff have completed mandated reporter training and required immunizations. Each personnel record contains documentation of educational background and training. Sign ins were reviewed. Children\342\200\231s records contain admission agreements and medical assessment. 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. Director Santo 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. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPAs reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, 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 l. The facility has recently undergone a change and will be submitting a request for a reduction in capacity. Some classrooms noted on the facility sketch are no longer being used. Also received was a LIC 500, LIC 610 and parent handbook. No deficiencies were observed at this time. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Santo . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. 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 .