Pre-licensing visit·August 11, 2021

On 08/11/2021 at 10:15am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Samantha Clenista conducted a Change of Ownership Pre-Licensing inspection. LPA met with Facility Representative/Center Director, Teresa West. A tour of the entire facility was conducted. The Infant Program consists of one indoor infant classroom. Fire clearance was granted on 07/14/2021. All indoor and outdoor activity space was measured and was observed to be separate from the preschool activity space. The total indoor play space measured at approximately 213.41 square feet, which will accommodate a total of 6 children. The total outdoor play space measured at approximately 2,654.5 sq. ft. which will accommodate a total of 35 children at one time. Toddler outdoor play area is currently shared with the infants. Infant/Toddler playground measures at approximately 2,654.5 sq. ft. which will accommodate a total of 35 children at one time. There is enough square footage for the toddlers and infants to have their own separate space. Toddler outdoor play area must be physically separate from other components via fencing. In addition, the fence dividing the infant/toddler playground from the outside road is 3 ft. 11 inches (shy of the 4 ft. requirement). LPA requested that an extension be placed so that it meets at least 4 ft. tall. When LPA inspected the outdoor playground, LPA observed several trees and canopies used for shade. Area is fenced, has age appropriate play equipment, and sufficient turf/rubber matting for cushioning under the slides and climbing structure. Drinking water is readily accessible via water bottles and refillable water station. LPA observed all indoor play space to be complete with age-appropriate furniture and equipment, including tables, chairs, cubbies, napping cots, bookshelves, and other activity supplies for the children. There is one changing table within an arms reach of a sink located in the room. Refrigerator is located in the kitchen which is connected to the infant room via window. Infant needs and services plan are located in a binder in the room and are updated on a quarterly basis. There are a total of 4 infant cribs located in the napping area which are covered with vinyl and free of hazardous items. The cribs are arranged to provide a walkway between them. LPA reminded Ms. West that each infant's bedding shall be used solely per infant and not shared and shall be taken home at least weekly for washing. There is a staff restroom located near the kitchen area of the building. The Director's office and additional restroom located in the hallway will be the isolation area for children who are ill. There is an operational carbon monoxide detector on site located in the hallway leading to the preschool room. Sign-in area is located in the front entryway. All COVID-19 posters are posted. Applicant was reminded to keep anything that reads, \342\200\234Keep Out of Reach of Children\342\200\235 to be inaccessible to children. Applicant is reminded that any changes to the facility must be reported to and approved by Community Care Licensing. Facility plans to provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS). For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, keep an updated Plan of Operation. 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. LPA and applicant discussed California Megan's Law and LPA provided: www.meganslaw.ca.gov . Applicant states she understands that all staff must have a criminal record clearance and be associated to the facility prior to having a presence in the Center. Child Care Providers can now sign up for Quarterly Updates and PINS through the DSS website. Please go to www.ccld.ca.gov and click on \342\200\234Receive Important Updates,\342\200\235 then enter your email address and choose which program you would like to subscribe to and click subscribe. LPA also shared and reviewed Playground Safety Handbook, Risk in Play article, YMCA Childcare Resource Service, Helping Young Children Cope with Disaster, Active Supervision Handout, and COVID-19 Early Care and Education handout. Prior to licensure, the following is needed: \302\267 Separate the infant and toddler outdoor play areas \302\267 Extend the fence dividing the infant/toddler outdoor play space to the road so that it meets at least 4 ft. tall LPA read this report to Ms. West at conclusion of visit. Exit interview was conducted. Once corrections have been made and submitted, an infant license for 4 children (ages 0-18 months) may be granted upon final file review.