Routine inspection·November 21, 2024

On November 21, 2024, at approximately 8:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Melissa Zaragoza conducted an unannounced, annual inspection. LPA met with the director, Pam Cohn , and explained the purpose of the visit. Hugs Hangout is a preschool age program, with 34 children currently enrolled. Preschool program operates in 3 classrooms, P1 (Tigers), P2 (Monkeys), C1 & C3 (Bears). Tigers class had 9 children present, monkey's class had 7 children present, and bears class had 14 kids present. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm. Present during LPA's visit was the director, 30 preschool age children and 7 teachers. Preschool program is operating within capacity limits and ratio during LPA's visit. LPA inspected facility, indoors and outdoors, for health and safety hazards. Classroom includes a variety of toys and materials that were in good condition. LPA observed classroom to have age-appropriate furniture, equipment, and materials. LPA observed cleaning materials to be stored in high shelves, inaccessible to children in care. Per director, children sleep in the classroom, in mats. LPA observed mats to be stored in the class. LPA observed cubbies with each individual\342\200\231s child\342\200\231s name on it, for storing children\342\200\231s blankets. Per director, children take blankets home every Friday for wash. Per director, mats are wiped down and sanitized weekly. Each classroom is equipped with a fully charged fire extinguisher. LPA observed Carbon monoxide detectors in each classroom. During visit LPA tested all carbon monoxide detectors, LPA observed carbon monoxide detectors to be working. During LPAs visit smoke alarm was unable to get tested, due to smoke alarm connected and wired to the whole school. Children's cubbies are labeled with children's individual names in classrooms. (Continue Report on Page 2...) (Continued, Page 2...) There is one bathroom in each classroom for the children. Bathrooms for children was observed to be clean. Bathroom has 1 toilet and 1 sink. The sinks and toilets in each class were in working condition. Bathroom was equipped with appropriate sanitation products. LPA observed bathroom to have trash can bins with tight fighting lids. LPA observed children to have individual boxes in the bathroom with extra clothes for each child. Per director, parents provide diapers. LPA did not observe any accessible poisons or chemicals in classroom. Program provides breakfast, lunch, and snack. Per director, they purchase the food and have someone prepare the food in the school\342\200\231s cafeteria. LPA observed cafeteria and food. LPA observed food to be stored and maintained. LPA observed food to be prepared, and ready for feeding. There are two outdoor areas children play in. One outdoor are is outside P1 & P2 , second outdoor area is outside of C1 & C2 . Both outdoor areas are entirely enclosed and fenced. LPA observed outdoor play area to have natural shade. LPA observed play structure to have cement flooring. Outdoor materials are stored outside, inside a shed. Per director, children refill water bottles in the classroom faucets. Water faucets in each class were tested for lead water, and results were under the ppb threshold. Program uses a form for parents to sign in and out for their sign in/sign out system. Children were properly signed in during LPAs\342\200\231 visit. LPA observed licensing posters and required documents to be properly posted inside the classroom. Program\342\200\231s last disaster drills was conducted on November 2024. LPA reviewed 7 facility staff records. LPA reviewed 6 random children records which were complete and had all required documents. Children's records have emergency information on file. Staff on site have a current CPR/First Aid certification. LPA reminded director mandated reporter training must be renewed every 2 years for all staff working with children. Director was reminded all staff hired are required to complete Mandated Reporter Training every two years. The training can be obtained online at www.mandatedreporterca.com . 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 (Continue Report on Page 3...) (Continued, Page 3...) 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. 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. Water quality was tested on 02/17/2024 and results complied. Lead water was tested after 180 days of opening LPA's 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. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication 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-care-centers/ . 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. Program was cited a Type B citation for not completing lead water testing requirement by due date. Appeal Rights were provided. Facility's lead levels were within the 5.5ppb threshold, therefore deficiency cited today will also be cleared today. Please see LIC 809-D for deficiencies cited today. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the director, Pam Cohn .