Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On the above date and time, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Kelly Gerth arrived unannounced at the facility to conduct an annual inspection as part of a compliance review and met with Facility Representative Marcia Karadashian. A tour of the inside and outside of the facility was granted and the following was observed and/or noted:
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The following items were posted and updated where necessary:
- License
- Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610) and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC9148)
- Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster (PUB393)
- Personal Rights (LIC613A)
- Child Car Seat Law
- Menu
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The facility is operating within the limits as stated on the license.
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Ratios are being met during this inspection, 7 students and 2 Teachers present.
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Classrooms adequately equipped with age and size appropriate furniture and equipment and free of hazards
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There are no weapons present at the facility as stated by Facility Representative Marcia Karadashian. There are no accessible bodies of water present. All wading pools or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position.
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Drinking water is provided in both the indoor and outdoor activity space via drinking fountains and children also can bring their own water bottle/thermos.
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Medications are stored inaccessible to children in the nurses office, front of school.
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Hazardous items are stored where inaccessible to children which include disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other items that are dangerous
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Poisons/ toxins locked, inaccessible to children, located in the locked, cabinet
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All floors were observed to be safe and clean.
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Bathrooms were observed to be safe, sanitary and in operating condition
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Playgrounds are enclosed by appropriate fences
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LPA observed some cracking in outdoor blacktop activity area. Also, observed, outdoor activity space has limited shade.
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Outdoor activity areas supplied with age/size appropriate equipment in good condition
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Food preparation area is clean, free of litter, rubbish, free of rodents and other vermin
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Food is stored appropriately and protected from contamination
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All storage containers for solid waste observed to have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, in good repair
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Sign in/Sign out record was reviewed and meets regulation requirements, Facility is using electronic signatures with the proper waiver on file.
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Disaster drills are conducted at least every 6 mo. \342\200\223 last drill was conducted on 09/30/24
A review of staff and children's records were conducted as part of this evaluation.
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Children\342\200\231s records were found to be complete during this inspection.
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Staff record review indicates all staff meet minimum qualifications for position hired.
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A staff member is present with current Pediatric CPR/First Aid -expires on 08/2025
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Opening and closing staff member\342\200\231s CPR/First Aid expires on 04/20/26
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Director and Teacher completed Health and Safety Training, Directors on file, Teachers completed 10/23/21
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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 index clearances or exemptions.
To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send them email inquiries 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
.
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Facility Representative Marcia Karadashian was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018
, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in
PIN 21-21.1-CCP.
Completed 11/29/2022. LPA also referred Facility Representative Marcia Karadashian to the Department website for lead:
Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.
This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see
PIN 22-02-CCP
.The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, are available at:
https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/
Facility Representative Marcia Karadashian was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.
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On-line Licensing forms & regulations for a Childcare Center can be obtained on the Department\342\200\231s website:
www.ccld.ca.gov
. Additionally, there is a link to \342\200\234Receive Important Updates\342\200\235 located on the right side of the page, immediately above Quick Links. One can add their email address and choose which program(s) they wish to receive Provider Information Notices (PIN) for.
The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday \342\200\223 Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at: 951-782-4200
Facility Representative Marcia Karadashian was reminded to update the following documents, if applicable, and submit to licensing within 30 days:
1. LIC 500 Personnel Report
2. LIC 610 Emergency & Disaster Plan
3. Parent Handbook/ Program Curriculum/Admission policies, procedures/ fee schedule
4. LIC 309 Administrative Organization
5. LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility
There are no deficiencies being cited at this time.
During the exit interview, the Facility Representative Marcia Karadashian confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.
A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
An exit interview was conducted, and this report was reviewed with the Facility Representative Marcia Karadashian rights were discussed and provided during the exit interview.