Routine inspection·November 12, 2024

On 11/12/2024 at 12:00 p.m. Licensing Program Analyst, Shannan Williams conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Director, Brenda Casillas. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and toured the inside and outside of the facility. This is a full day program that operates year-round. Days and hours of operation are Monday – Friday, 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. There is one classroom in operation for school-age. There were no children in care during this inspection and no staff during the time of inspection. Furniture and equipment in the classrooms were observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space and playground equipment is maintained, is in safe condition and free of hazards. The playground area includes a shaded rest area for children through the use of canopies and trees. Toilet and handwashing equipment are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Floors in the facility are clean and safe. Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors. Facility has a functioning carbon monoxide detector that meets statutory requirements. The last fire/disaster drill was conducted and documented on 10/17/2024. The facility provides breakfast and snacks. Menus are posted monthly. Food preparation areas are clean and safe. Notation of children’s allergies is accessible. All food is protected against contamination and any contaminated food is discarded immediately. Director stated there are no bodies of water or on the premises and LPA did not observe any bodies of water. Director stated there are no firearms, weapons, or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible to children. No poisons were observed during the inspection. A review of staff records on this date indicates facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances or exemptions. 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. 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. All required notices, forms and license(s) were posted. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. At least one person trained in EMSA approved Pediatric CPR and First Aid is present when children are at the facility or at offsite activities. The name of the childcare center director or fully qualified teacher, designated to act in the director’s absence, has been reported to the Department. Children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. The person who signs the child in/out of the facility shall use their full signature and record the time of day. Sign in/out sheets reviewed and observed by the LPA meet this regulation. Facility maintains a ratio of one teacher supervising no more than 14 children in care. This facility transports children. All required documentation is completed and was reviewed. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete with contact information for authorized representative and or relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child and medical assessment. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and observed files were complete with health screening, immunization records for influenza, pertussis, and measles, and current documentation of completed mandated reporter training. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services (IMS). LPA reviewed storage of medication, equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. Licensee is aware that an IMS plan is required to be submitted to the licensing office if they provide any of these services. Information regarding Americans with Disability Act (ADA) can be obtained by contacting US Department of Justice toll free ADA Information line at (800) 514-0301(voice), (800) 514-0383 (TDD) and website link ttps://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm. Director stated no children enrolled require medication at this time. LPA and director discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to Provider Information Notices (PINs), Quarterly Updates, Mandated Reporter Training, Forms and Regulations, Safe Sleep in Childcare, Lead Poisoning Facts, Guardian and California Megan’s Law ( www.meganslaw.ca.gov ). Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, of the California Code of Regulations, no deficiencies were cited. 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 Director, Brenda Casillas. 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.