Routine inspection·February 5, 2025

On 2/5/2025, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Katie Krenn and Hanson Leong conducted an unannounced annual visit. During today\342\200\231s visit, LPAs met with Director and Teacher, Maria Rodriguez and explained the purpose of the visit to her. Today's visit included ten PreK children and three staff members. LPAs reviewed the Brightwheel electronic app for parents to sign their children in and out of the facility and found all signatures to be complete. LPAs confirmed that all three staff members present had obtained criminal record clearances from the California Department of Children's Services. The facility remains within its capacity limits and meets the required ratios for today\342\200\231s visit. LPAs observed that all required documents, such as the facility license, waiver, notification of parents\342\200\231 rights, personal rights, car seat laws, emergency disaster plan, and daily activities schedule, were displayed and visible to the public. The most recent emergency disaster drill was conducted on 01/23/2025, and the LPAs observed that it was documented. Per the director emergency drills are completed every two weeks, alternating between fire and earthquake drills. LPAs reviewed the emergency disaster drill log for January and found that and earthquake and fire drill had been documented, meeting the requirement of completing drills every six months. The facility had a complete first aid kit, a smoke detector, a carbon monoxide detector in every room, a fully charged fire extinguisher, and an emergency disaster kit. LPAs tested the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and all were functioning. continued on page 2.. Page 2 The LPAs inspected the indoor and outdoor areas for health and safety hazards. The facility was clean, safe, and well maintained. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and poisons were securely stored out of children's reach, and all accessible cabinets and drawers in the classrooms were free of hazardous materials. LPA observed that the two classrooms had age-appropriate toys, furniture, educational materials, and designated storage space for each child. Electrical outlets were covered with child safety sliding covers to prevent children's access. There was a diaper-changing table within arm\342\200\231s reach of a sink. The bathrooms were clean, fully operational, and equipped with suitable toileting equipment and sanitation products. There were two children\342\200\231s sized toilets and a children\342\200\231s level sink. Program operates in two classrooms. Program operates M-F, 8:30am-6pm, year-round with periodic breaks throughout the year. Currently, the last pick up is at 4:30pm. Program is a flexible hours program. The outdoor playground has a fence that is at least four feet tall. The play equipment is in good condition and does not have sharp, loose, or pointed parts. LPAs observed that the sandbox was clean, per the director the sandbox is covered overnight. The play area was padded with artificial grass. There are no pools, spas, or bodies of water on the property. The preschool program does not currently provide lunch for the children. The families provide lunches for their children. LPAs observed that each child had lunch boxes in their designated storage space. According to the director, none of the enrolled children has a documented allergy. The facility offers cots for children to rest or nap, the cots are labeled for each child. The facility provides sheets for the cots that are washed weekly. LPAs observed that sheets and blankets were available for the children. LPAs reviewed the files of five children, confirming that their emergency contact and medical information were complete and in order. LPAs updated guardian to remove staff that is no longer associated with the facility. Director was reminded that best practice is to contact the office via the general inbox to request updates to guardian. continued on page 3... Page 3 LPAs reviewed the staff files of all three staff present today. The files are kept electronically. LPAs confirmed that all necessary forms were complete for the director. LPAs verified that the director held current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certifications. LPAs advised the director that is best practice to have all staff CPR certified. During a review of the staff transcripts, LPAs found that the teacher\342\200\231s aides/assistants had completed some units. Per the director, they are also enrolled currently in ECE units. One staff file was lacking immunization records and a health screening. The director showed an email that they have followed up with the employee regarding this matter. A technical violation was issued. All staff had current Mandated Reporter Training Certificates. LPAs reminded the Director that Mandated Reporter Training must be completed every two years for all staff members. 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. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. 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. 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 continued on page 4... Page 4 LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with director 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 director 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. 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. 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 Technical violation and technical advisory were issued during today\342\200\231s visit. No deficiencies were issued today during LPA's visit. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Marie Rodriguez.