Routine inspection·August 19, 2022

On 8/19/2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Hanson Leong, made an unannounced annual visit to the P.A.R.C.A facility. LPA was granted entry by the Director, Cecilia Hinkston. LPA explained the purpose of the visit to the Director. All facility’s staff members have had their criminal background checks cleared by Guardian. LPA observed three teachers and the Director supervising ten school-age children. Children's capacity and ratio requirements were observed to be in compliance. Both 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. LPA observed that the outside furniture and play structures are in excellent condition. Wood chips surround the outdoor play structures, absorbing any accidental falls. LPA observed that there were no bodies of water at the facility. All cleaning products, poisons, and other hazardous chemicals have been kept out of reach of children. The facility has smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, fully charged fire extinguishers, centralized smoke alarms, and working phones. 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). LPA reviewed the records of ten children. 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. LPA reviewed the records of four staff members. All required forms were in the staff files. A review of staff records revealed that all staff members are currently certified in CPR and First Aid. According to the Director, the Center simulates fire and earthquake drills twice a year. The last fire drill was conducted on 4/8/2022. The last earthquake drill was conducted on 5/6/2022. ***See Page 2 for continuation*** Continued, Page 2 The Director 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. 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 LPA 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. A copy of this report, and the “Notice of Site Visit” were given to the Director. 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. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the Director, Cecilia Hinkston