Routine inspection·October 29, 2024

On 10/29/2024 at 100:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Janie Davis and Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Chayntel Hunter met with Director Jean Teicheira for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection, and Director guided LPA on a tour of the facility. LPA observed 7 staff with 50 children . Facility days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM. LPA verified that annual fees are current. All individuals subject to a criminal record review have obtained a criminal record clearance. 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 five 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. A health and safety inspection of the facility\342\200\231s interior and exterior was conducted. LPA reviewed the sign-in/out sheets and observed that children were properly signed in/out. LPA observed the required postings. LPA reviewed staffing ratios, first aid supplies, furniture, equipment, fire drills, and access to drinking water. LPA verified that hazardous items (disinfectants, cleaning solutions, etc.) were inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed both smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were functional. LPA observed adequate age-appropriate toys and equipment available for children. Facility provides snack and lunch. The outdoor play area was inspected. LPA observed the play structure was in good repair and was sufficiently cushioned by foam. Continues on 809-C Continued from 809 (Page 2) LPA reviewed children\342\200\231s files and verified each child\342\200\231s file contained required documents, including emergency information. LPA reviewed staff\342\200\231s files and observed required documents, including health screening reports with TB clearance and required immunizations. LPA verified at least one staff member present has current pediatric CPR and first aid certification which expires on 01/28/2025. LPA verified all staff have current Mandated Reporter Training certificates. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . 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) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the e-mail address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE Tool, please send e-mail 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 . Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website, a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. There were no deficiencies cited at this time. An exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the director, Jean Teicheira. A notice of site visit was given to Director and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.