Routine inspection·September 2, 2021

On 9/2/21 @ 09:05AM, LPAs Nancy Diaz and Patrick Ma conducted an unannounced inspection. LPAs met with Maria Soledad Solis. Observed present today were 24 children in the following rooms: Rm #1 with 11 children and staff Teresa Ramos (Herrera) & Rocina Rodriguez Room #3 with 10 children and staff Adriana Mendez; Valeria Rodriguez & Connie Tollard Room #5 with 3 children and staff Alejandra Morales & Melissa Barraza A tour of the facility was conducted. There are currently 3 classrooms that are utilized by children. Program operates Monday-Friday; 7:AM to 5PM. 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. At least one person is trained in CPR and Pediatric First aid was present today (Maria Soledad Solis, Director). There were no bodies of water observed within the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other items that are dangerous to children are inaccessible via latched cabinets. 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. CONTINUED... 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. The surface of the outdoor activity space are maintained in safe condition and free of hazards. The areas around or under high climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment was cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. 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\342\200\231s records were reviewed today. All required forms were on file. Menus are posted in a place visible by the child\342\200\231s 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\342\200\231s record also contain a medical assessment. Staff records reviewed today contain a health screening as required by the regulation. All staff have immunization record indicating that they have been immunized against influenza, pertussis and measles. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. 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 An exit interview was conducted with Ms. Solis. A copy of this report and appeal rights were provided. Notice of Site Visit was observed posted. Notice of site visit must remain posted for 30 days. NO DEFICIENCY CITED TODAY.