Routine inspection·September 21, 2022

On September 21, 2022 at approximately 09:00AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Garcia met with Director Sandra Davis for an annual inspection. Purpose of the inspection was explained. Present, in the facility are Director, 4 teachers and 1 substitute, supervising 18 children. Facility is operating within its capacity and is in compliance with staff / child ratio on this day. Facility operates day care from Monday - Friday 7:45am to 4:45pm. With Director, LPA inspected the day care room and play yard. LPA observed facility has smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, 2 fully charged fire extinguisher model 3A40BC and working telephone on site. All cleaning solutions, poisons, and other chemicals dangerous to the children are stored inaccessible to the children. Facility has age-appropriate furniture. Facility floor is in good repair and free of any hazards. There are first aid supplies available in the classrooms and in the office. All bathrooms are in working condition. All food is stored properly to avoid contamination. Facility has enough sleeping cots available and provides sheet/blankets from home. Individual items provided by the parents are labeled and stored appropriately. Two AM/PM snacks and lunches are provided. All foods must be nut-free and food preparation area is free of litter. Once enrollees reach 20 children, facility will use Chefables for lunches. Food is stored adequately to prevent contamination. Facility uses a schedule in the outdoor yard for play. There is water available for children in the yard as well as in the classrooms and emergency bags. There were no hazards and play structures are stable, outdoor toys are kept in a covered bin/chest. ***page 2 for continuation*** ***Page 2 continued*** LPA observed that facility is using electronic sign in / out. The application is called CareConnect that gives the parents a specific code to sign in/out their kids in the center. Facility has license and all other required documents posted and visible for the public. Facility has an emergency drill log and last drill was conducted on June 15, 2022. Per Director, drills are done every 6 months. The LPA reviewed the facility records. LPA reviewed 10 random children's files. LPA reviewed all 5 staff's files with qualifying requirements such as ECE Units and CPR and Mandated Reporter Trainings. All files reviewed were present in everyone’s folder The 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. Facility was informed that as of September 1, 2016, a person may not be employed or volunteer at a childcare facility unless he or she has been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or qualifies for an exemption pursuant to Health and Safety code 1596.7995 and 1597.662. Director is aware that all staff is required to complete Mandated Reporter Training every two years. The training can be obtained online at www.mandatedreporterca.com . LPA observed the completion certificates on file. LPA encourages the director to frequently visit our website at www.ccld.ca.gov for licensing regulations and new updates. ***Page 3 for continuation*** ***Page 3 Continuation*** This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, 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 >No deficiencies were cited today under CCR, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3. This report must be available in the facility for public review. Director was advised any additional questions to call Office, M-F, 8am-5pm, 650-266-8800 or 1-844-538-8766. Website: www.cdss.ca.gov Report was reviewed and signed by director, Sandra Davis. Today’s report, September 21, 2022 and notice of site visit will be printed and given to the director.