Routine inspection·May 11, 2022

On May 11, 2022, Hanson Leong, a Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), conducted an unannounced annual inspection with Rosie Morales. LPA explained the purpose of the visit to the director. All staff members at the facility have criminal background checks on file. Seventeen teachers and one aide were observed supervising ninety-nine children by the LPA. From Monday to Friday, the hours of operation are 8:00 am. to 5:00 pm. LPA and the Director thoroughly checked the facility for potential health and safety hazards. Toys, furniture, and learning materials are all age appropriate in all classrooms. The furniture and outdoor play structures appeared to be in excellent condition. There are no bodies of water on the property. All cleaning products, poisons, and other hazardous chemicals have been kept out of reach of children. The facility has a smoke detector, a carbon monoxide detector, a fully charged fire extinguisher, a centralized smoke alarm, and working telephones. According to the director, there are no firearms or weapons in the facility. LPA observed that the facility posted the required documents. (i.e., license, waivers, notification of parental rights, notification of personal rights, car seat law, emergency disaster plan, and daily activities). ***See Page 2 for continuation*** Continued, Page 2 LPA reviewed the children's records during the inspection. All required forms were in the children\342\200\231s file. The program uses an electronic app, for authorized individuals to sign their children in and out. Children are welcome to bring their own lunch, or the facility will provide lunch from a catering company. A review of the facility's records revealed that the names, addresses, and phone numbers of each child's authorized representative are kept on file. A review of staff records revealed that some staff members have current CPR and First Aid certifications. According to the Director, the Center simulates fire and earthquake drills monthly. Licensee 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. LPAs encouraged the Director to frequently visit the Licensing website at www.ccld.ca.gov for licensing regulations and new updates. Licensee can also email at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov and ask to be added to the email list for the updates. *** See Page 3 for continuation*** Continued, Page 3 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 given both the Notice of Site Visit document and the Annual Inspection Report. A notice of site visit must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted, and report reviewed with director, Rosie Morales