Routine inspection·September 27, 2024

On September 27th,2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kassandra Medrano met with Zac Oldenburg director, for an unannounced required \342\200\223annual inspection. LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the facility during today's inspection. LPA observed the required posted materials inside a binder, including the Facility License, Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610), Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC 9148), Parents' Rights Poster (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Child Car Seat Law (PUB 269), menus, and Activity Schedule. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday: 8am-5:30pm. The following was observed today: LPA reviewed ten children's and 4 staff files during today's inspection. During review, it was observed that all staff have current immunization's. All staff have current certificates of completion of the Mandated Reporter Training for Child Care Workers on file. Last fire/disaster drill was completed on 9/3/2024. The staff files that were reviewed have current CPR and First Aid certifications on file. Director understands that there shall be at least one person, with valid CPR and First Aid certifications, on site at all times or present during off-site activities (field trips). During review off children\342\200\231s files it was observed that children\342\200\231s files are missing documentation of admissions agreements. LPA observed that today was a "fun run" which is considered a "field trip" in this the ratio changes. As well as this was an all school event, in which all program interacted. Director understands the conditions, limitations, and capacity specifications of the facility license. Director understands that children shall be always visually supervised. Any child(ren) who exhibit symptoms of illness including, but not limited to, fever or vomiting, are not accepted in care. Any child(ren) who become ill during the day, shall be isolated in front office of school. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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-carecenters/ . Continued on page 2... Director to send in documentation of IMS plan. LPA observed that the Facility is clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair for children, staff, and visitors. The Facility has adequate ventilation, including central air conditioning/heating. Director understands that the Facility must be kept free of flies and other insects & rodents. LPA observed that all furniture and equipment is in good condition and safe for the children. Drinking water is readily available for the children in the Facility and in the outdoor playground area via personal water bottles. Staff and children's bathrooms are clean, sanitary, and operable. 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) Center did not complete their testing prior to the deadline, but were cited on 3/28/24. Director states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. The Facility has functioning carbon monoxide detectors in the Facility. The food preparation and storage areas are clean, free of litter & rubbish, and free of rodents and other vermin. The facility only provides snacks, parents provide snacks. The Facility has trash cans with tight fitting lids for solid waste. Cleaning supplies are inaccessible to the children and stored in high cabinets inaccessible to children. LPA observed a complete First Aid kit in the Facility, including a touch less thermometer. Director understands that smoking is not allowed on the Facility premises. Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. To receive important licensed-related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. The playground area utilized by children is surrounded by appropriate fencing and the outdoor surfaces are safe for the children. LPA observed that the outdoor equipment is age appropriate and in good condition. LPA and director discussed age appropriate equipment on field trips. Shade is provided by trees, building overhangs, and shade sails in the playground. LPA did not observe any bodies of water. Director states that the Facility does not provide transportation. Page continued on Page 3... LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative 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. LPA also informed facility representative 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. Zac, 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. 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 . No deficiencies issued during todays inspection, but technical violations were issued. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Zac.