Routine inspection·February 25, 2025

On February 25, 2025, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Lauren Scott and Janie met with site supervisor, Katheryne Douglass for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. There were 4 children present during today's inspection. Facility days and hours of operation are 7 days/ week, 24 hours/ day. LPA reviewed the sign in/out book and observed that the children are properly signed in. Fees are current. Licensee 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 reviewed care and supervision of children, including staffing ratios. LPA observed a well stocked first aid kit. LPA observed documentation that a fire drill is being conducted at least once every 6 months. LPA observed all required forms to be posted. LPA observed that hazardous items were inaccessible to children in care. The furniture and equipment appeared to be in good condition. There are adequate toys and equipment available for children. LPA observed a changing table within arm's reach of the sink. Outdoor play area was toured and appeared to be in good repair. LPA reviewed children’s and staff files. There are needs and services plans for each infant enrolled. LPA observed health screening reports with TB test and required vaccines for all staff members. At least one staff member present today had current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification. LPA observed AB1207 mandated reporter training for all staff. The facility was reminded to renew the course every 2 years through www.mandatedreporterca.com website. Report continues on 809-C... LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. In addition, LPA discussed the infant sleep regulations with licensee. LPA observed 15min infant napping logs for infants 24 months and under. LPA observed a copy of LIC 9227 Individual Sleeping Plan for infants during today's inspection, per safe sleep regulations. There were cribs available for each infant under 12 months old and cots available for infants over 12 months old. LPA also informed licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. 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 Licensee 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. Report continues on 809-C ... 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 . Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with site supervisor, Katheryne Douglass. A notice of site visit was given to the facility and must remain posted for 30 days. Two Title 22 deficiencies are cited on subsequent 809-D.