Routine inspection·June 21, 2023

On 6/21/23 at 10:50am , Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Adrian Castellon, met with Director Rexanna Blas for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. There were 53 children present with 9 qualified staff members in two buildings utilizing classrooms A thru H and rooms 118, 121, and 122. Rooms 121 and 122 are not in use at this time. The facility is within ratio and capacity. Program operates Monday thru Friday 7:00am to 5:30pm. Children were participating in various activities and properly supervised. LPA toured the facility. The rooms were clean, orderly and at a comfortable temperature during this visit. Adequate ventilation and heating are available. The furniture, books, games, and toys are safe, age-appropriate, and in good repair. There is a variety of activities available throughout the day. All required forms were posted. All storage containers and trash cans have tight-fitting lids and are in good repair. The kitchen is clean and sanitary. Students bring their own lunch and snacks to the facility. Drinking water is readily available via water fountains. Children nap at this site. Cots are used and sheets and blankets are kept in a manner that ensure separation. Children are evaluated upon entry and monitored throughout the day for signs of illness. The isolation area for ill children awaiting pick up is in the director's office. Unusual incident reporting requirements were discussed. Roster was reviewed on this date. LPA reviewed sign-in/out sheets, a sample of personnel records, and a sample of children's records. There is at least one staff present with current CPR and First Aid certification. The facility is reminded the Mandated Reporter Training is to be retaken every two years and can be accessed at the following website: www.mandatedreporterca.com . Hand washing and toileting areas are in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. Any waste water used to clean is discarded after use. Medications are kept, inaccessible to children. Poisons, disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children have been made inaccessible. There is no evidence of rodent or insect activity. The outdoor play area is fully fenced with sufficient cushioning and adequate shade. Age-appropriate playground equipment and outdoor surfaces are in a safe condition with any equipment secured to the ground. There are no bodies of water, firearms, or ammunition on the property. The carbon monoxide detector is in place as the facility uses and electric stove, but the detector was recommended. The facility has a written disaster plan in place that meets the regulatory requirement and has been conducting and documenting evacuation drills every six months. The facility does not transport children. This facility does provide Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed the 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 . Services are/are not in place today Director 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 the 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. Director is advised to sign up for Quarterly Updates and Provider Information Notices (PINs) for one or more programs on our website: www.ccld.ca.gov . Select \342\200\234Child Care\342\200\235 then \342\200\234Quick Links\342\200\235 and Quarterly Updates. Select \342\200\234Receive Important Updates\342\200\235 then put the email address in and choose which program(s) you would like to subscribe to and select \342\200\234Subscribe.\342\200\235 An exit interview was conducted and the report was reviewed with Director. No deficiencies are cited/See LIC 809D. NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND WILL REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.