Routine inspection·February 4, 2022

On 02/04/2022 at 02:16 PM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Dana Stevens conducted an unannounced annual inspection. Upon arrival LPA met with Director, Kristen Cobb, and proceeded to tour the facility. Present were a total of 14 infants with 5 staff. Appropriate ratios and capacity were observed. There are no bodies of water or weapons at this facility. Toys are safe and do not have sharp points, edges or splinters, or made of small parts that can be pulled off. There is sufficient infant napping equipment. Infant changing tables have padded surface no less than one inch thick, covered with washable vinyl, and raised sides. There are no walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers or jumpers in the room. All infants including those napping in cribs are under visual observation at all times. Rooms have adequate heating, lighting, and ventilation. Solid waste storage vessels, including moveable bins, have tight-fitting covers on, and are in good repair. Disinfectants, hazardous items and medications are inaccessible to children through latches and locks. The infant indoor and outdoor activity space is physically separate from the space used by other day care children. Outdoor play area is fenced with sufficient material for cushioning. Area has canopies used for shade. Infant room has a refrigerator used for infant food storage which is properly labeled by child name and date. Individual Feeding and Needs and Services Plan which were reviewed. Menus are posted. Drinking water is readily accessible inside and outside the classroom. A sample of children's records were reviewed. Immunization records per SB792 were reviewed and in compliance. Personnel records were reviewed and found complete.There is an operational carbon monoxide detector at the facility. Sign in/sign out sheets are well maintained. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, 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 . 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/process Staff 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. No deficiencies cited. Notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.