Routine inspection·November 5, 2024

On November 5,2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elizabeth Santiago met with Director, Jocelyn Alvarado for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. Facility days and hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 7:30 AM to 05:30 PM. There were 20 children present during today's inspection and four staff. LPA reviewed the sign in/out book and observed that the children are properly signed in. Facility representative 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. LPA toured the facility inside and out. LPA observed that hazardous items, including disinfectants and cleaning solutions were inaccessible to children in care. LPA reviewed staffing ratios, first aid supplies,and drinking water. LPA observed the furniture and equipment to be in good condition. LPA observed all required forms to be posted. LPA observed functioning smoke alarm and discussed the requirement of a carbon monoxide alarm. LPA also discussed fire drills with director. There are adequate toys and equipment available for children. Outdoor play area was toured, the play structure appeared to be in good repair, and there is sufficient cushioning (wood chips) under the play structure. Facility provides morning snack, lunch, and afternoon snack to children in care. All food is prepared on site. Kitchen was toured at the time of inspection and LPA discussed with Director of the foods stored in the kitchen refrigerator and classroom refrigerator. . Report continues on 809-C... LPA reviewed children’s and staff files. LPA discussed the health screening reports with TB test and required MMR and TDAP vaccines for all adults and children. At least one staff member present today has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid. LPA discussed the AB1207 Mandated Reporter training certificates for all staff. The director was reminded to renew the course every 2 years through www.mandatedreporterca.com website. 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/ . 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. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1- CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP 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. 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. Report continues on 809-C... 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 . Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements may result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Appeal rights were provided to Director, Jocelyn Alvarado. In the areas that were evaluated, two Type B deficiency was cited on subsequent LIC809D page.