Routine inspection·April 14, 2022

On April 14, 2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Leong, conducted an unannounced annual random inspection with Jacinda Watts. LPA explained the inspection's purpose to the director. All staff at the facility have fingerprint clearance. LPA observed three teachers and two aides supervising fifteen children. The facility is part of the Title 5 program. The hours of operation are Mondays to Thursdays, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Fridays. 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. LPA and the Director inspected the facility for potential health and safety hazards. In all classrooms, toys, furniture, and learning materials are age appropriate. The facility has resting mats for children who are napping. The furniture and play structures appeared to be in good shape. The facility has rubberized mats beneath all outdoor play structures to absorb accidental falls. The facility has no bodies of water on the premises. All cleaning products, poisons, and other hazardous chemicals have been kept out of children's reach. The facility is equipped with 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*** LPA reviewed the children's records during the inspection. All required forms were in the children’s file. The program uses a sign in/out sheet, for authorized individuals to sign their children in and out. The school district provides food for the children. 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 three staff members have valid CPR and First Aid certifications. According to the Director, the Center simulates fire and earthquake drills every six months. 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. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process . ***See Page 3 for continuation*** 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. 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 One deficiency below was cited today, with a plan of correction 1. Expired Mandated Reporter Training, Both Notice of Site Visit document and Annual Inspection Report will be emailed to the following email address , WATTST@SMCCD.EDU, by the end of business day, 4/14/2022 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, Jacinda Watts