Routine inspection·September 12, 2024

On September 12, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Van met with Director Linh Dang for an unannounced annual random inspection. The purpose of the inspection was explained, and the Director granted LPA entry to the facility. This is a preschool program. Nine staff members and the Site Director supervised 36 preschool children today. The facility complies with the staff-children ratios today. The days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. All staff members' criminal record clearances were verified with the CDSS Guardian Background check system, and their status showed eligible clearance. LPA and the Director inspected the physical plant to identify potential health and safety hazards. The facility utilizes an electronic sign-in and out system called Care Connect. The record showed that all parents' signatures matched and accounted for the number of children present. The facility is in good condition, and the temperature and ventilation levels are adequately maintained. Age-appropriate toys and educational materials are available in each classroom. The furniture is sturdy and well-maintained. LPA observed that each child has a cubby available with their name labeled. Each classroom has a fully charged fire extinguisher and a functioning telephone. It also has a combination of carbon monoxide and smoke alarm detectors. Emergency and first aid supplies are fully stocked and available for children's use. Children with medication brought from home have their meds kept in their assigned classroom. All medicines are stored in a high classroom cabinet, along with parental consent, in their original containers. All hazardous materials, including cleaning solutions and disinfectants, are stored inaccessible to children. Continued on page 2... All toilets and handwashing sinks are in good working condition and have proper sanitation. LPA observed no bodies of water on the premises. The facility currently has an outdoor waiver from the Department, allowing a maximum of 33 children in the playground at one time. However, the waiver needs to be updated to align with the total license capacity. The outdoor play area is well-maintained, clean, and free of debris. It is fully fenced and in good condition. Additionally, all play structures, including climbing and sliding equipment, have soft artificial turf underneath to prevent accidental falls. The Department representative reminded the Director to ensure that drinking water is readily available to the children. During the inspection, LPA reviewed records of children and personnel. The records for each child were found to be complete, including their names, addresses, and authorized representative telephone numbers. Each child's file also contains information about their immunization record, medical assessment, and admission agreement. Staff members' records showed that all individuals requiring caregiver background checks had undergone criminal records and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. All teachers possess valid CPR and mandated reporter training certificates. LPA reviewed the educational qualifications of the staff members and confirmed that everyone had completed the required ECE units. According to the Director, the Center conducts its fire and earthquake drills every other month, with the most recent drill completed on July 31, 2024. All required postings, such as the License, Notification of Parent's Rights, Notification of Personal Rights, Car Seat Law, Emergency Disaster Plan, and Daily activities, were posted. Continued on page 3... As per the Director, food is catered by a third-party vendor called Chefable. The vendor is given a list of children with food allergies, and their meals are labeled accordingly. Filtration water pitchers are easily accessible to the children in each classroom. All solid waste storage containers within the Center have proper tight-fitting covers. The Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. 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 the publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm The Director was informed about Mandated Reporter training AB 1207. The Mandated Reporter AB 1207 training must be completed every two years by the Licensee and for all staff hired. Training can be taken online at www.mandaterreporterca.com . Also, the Director was reminded of Pesticide training. Information on the DPR website at: www.cdpr.ca.gov/shoolipm/childcare The Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website, a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Continued on page 4... Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance with the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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/inspection-process A notice of site visit was given to the director, and it must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the Director, Linh Dang.