Routine inspection·October 25, 2024

On 10/25/24 at 8:15 Am , Licensing Program Analyst, Annette Sutherland, met with \302\240Director Marla Martin also present was Assistant director Tiffany Batcher. There were 38 children present with 8 teachers in 5 rooms. Facility is within ratio and capacity. Program operates 7:30 - 5:00pm. LPA toured the facility.\302\240 The rooms were clean, orderly and a comfortable temperature during this visit.\302\240 Adequate ventilation and heating are available. The furniture, books, games and toys are safe, age-appropriate and in good repair.\302\240There is a variety of activities available throughout the day.\302\240 All required forms were posted. All storage containers and trashes have tight fitting lids and are in good repair.\302\240 There is kitchen which is clean and sanitary. Refrigerated food is stored in covered containers at 45 degrees or less and there is no expired or contaminated food present.\302\240 Staff preparing food are using proper personal hygiene and food service practices. The lunch/snack menu is posted, changes are recorded, and menus are stored for 30 days. Food has been stored separately from any chemicals or cleaning products.\302\240 Drinking water is readily available. Napping equipment is sufficient for each child, bedding is stored separately, and mats/cots are disinfected after use.\302\240 Facility has ensured that there is adequate space between naps/cots for easy passage and that mats/cots are not blocking entrances or exits. Hand washing and toileting areas are in a safe, sanitary and operating condition.\302\240Medications are kept in the classrooms , inaccessible to children.\302\240 Poisons, disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other items that are dangerous to children have been made inaccessible.\302\240There is no evidence of rodent or insect activity.\302\240 Outdoor play area is fully fenced with sufficient cushioning and adequate shade, separate from other programs. Age appropriate playground equipment and outdoor surfaces are in a safe condition. Portable water is used outdoors.\302\240 There are no bodies of water, firearms or ammunition on the property. The carbon monoxide detector is operational.\302\240 The facility has a written disaster plan in place that meets regulatory requirement and has been conducting and documenting evacuation drills every six months. The facility does not transport children. 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.\302\240 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 . Children are evaluated upon entry and monitored throughout the day for signs of illness.\302\240 The isolation area for ill children awaiting pick up is the front office. 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 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 initial presence in a Child Care Center.\302\240 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. Licensee 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 .\302\240 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 To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will be sent to the email address provided.\302\240 Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience.\302\240 If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov .\302\240 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/\342\200\214inspection-process No deficiencies are cited Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Marla Martin. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.