Routine inspection·February 3, 2023

On 2/3/2023 @ 1:00PM, LPA Nancy Diaz conducted an unannounced inspection. LPA toured the facility with Hardeep Hunjan (lead staff) and Gulzar Hunjan. Staff Marina Islas Nava was also present today. Observed present were 4 children. Program operates Monday-Friday 7:30AM -5:30PM. 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. The licensee has not exceeded the conditions, limitations and capacity specified on the license. Mr. Hunjan is trained in CPR and Pediatric First aid, current certificate was observed on file. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are inaccessible. Medications are kept in a safe place, inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. All toilets, handwashing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. All floors are clean and safe. The child care center was observed to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. Facility maintains a carbon monoxide detector that meet the standards established in Chapter 8 of Part 2 of Division 12. The kitchen, food-preparation and storage areas are kept clean, free of litter. Food are protected against contamination. All storage containers for solid waste have a tight-fitting covers that are kept on and in good repair. Playground equipment was observed to be in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Children were observed to be under the supervision of qualified staff. Facility was observed to be within ratio. An isolation area has been designated for children who becomes ill during the day. Children’s records were reviewed today. All required forms were on file. Menus are posted in a place visible by the child’s authorized representative. All children are signed in/out by a representative who uses a full legal signature and has recorded the time of day. Child’s record also contain a medical assessment. Staff have completed the mandated reporter training (effective 3/2018). This training shall be renewed every two years. All staff have immunization record indicating that they have been immunized against influenza, pertussis and measles. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. Facility is currently not maintaining medications for children. 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 Mr. Hunjan 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. 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 . Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with facility representative, Hardeep Hunjan. A copy of this report, along with Appeal Rights (LIC9058), were provided. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. LPA observed that the notice of site visit was posted during the inspection. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. TYPE B DEFICIENCIES WERE CITED TODAY.