Routine inspection·December 15, 2022

On December 15 th , 2022 at 8:22AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rosie Breault conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection. LPA met with site supervisor Jenny Tymon and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPA asked pre-screening questions related to COVID-19 and site supervisor stated no exposure on site. Site supervisor provided LPA a tour of the facility inside and out. This infant license has a toddler component attached, and at the time of the inspection there were eleven (11) children and two (2) staff supervising the component classroom and four (4) children and three (3) staff supervising the infant classroom. The center operates from 7:30AM \342\200\223 5:30PM Monday through Friday. This is a combined center with a preschool and school age children. During the conclusion of the tour, Julie Summer, the center director arrived and identified herself. Center uses the electronic application Brightwheel and a written log for sign in and out purposes. Licensing required notices were posted prominently on the wall at the entrance of the facility, along with monthly menu. This center utilizes one (1) classroom for the infants and (1) one classroom for toddler component. LPA observed age appropriate toys and furnishings and classrooms had ample ventilation. Located in the toddler component classroom, LPA observed a teacher\342\200\231s purse, coffee, two cans of Febreze, one can of spray sunscreen within reach of children. This is in violation of Title 22 Division 12 101238(g) and a Type A citation will be issued. The classroom also had a stationary diaper changing table without a sink within arm\342\200\231s reach of sink. This is a violation of Title 22 Division 12 101439(h)(a) and Type B citation will be issued. CONTINUED ON LIC809C LPAs observed cots for napping that are disinfected daily. Food and milk are stored in functioning refrigerators with children\342\200\231s names clearly label. Incidental Medical Services are currently not being provided. Outdoor play area has ample shade for children, sinks, and age appropriate toys. LPA observed majority of structures and toys to be unclean with unwashed. A small basin of water (over two inches) with dirty water was present and accessible to children. Sharp objects (a large star with metal points, a metal stick, and sand box of over two inches of water that had not been emptied). LPA observed two infants standing awake in their crib. This is a violation of Title 22 Division 12 1430(a)(3)(4)(a) and a Type B citation will be issued. LPA reviewed a sampling of Individual needs & services plans and feeding plans and LPA reviewed the required current sleep logs and found center to comply. There are no bodies of water present, director states no firearms or ammunition are present. Last fire drill was conducted 12/8/2022. A sampling of children and staff records were reviewed. Teacher present has Pediatric First Aid/CPR certificate expires 4/26/2023 and AB 1207 all Mandated Reporter Training certificates have not expired. LPAs verified SB 792 Child Care Adult Immunization and Tuberculosis Requirements. CONTINUED ON LIC809C Deficiencies cited on attached LIC809D 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 publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm 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/inspection-process . 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. CONTINUED ON LIC809C LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee [or facility representative] and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee [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. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, appeal rights provided and LIC9224 provided with instructions. LIC9224 parents signatures may be delayed due to holiday closure 12/19/2022- 1/2/2023; licensee will comply by 1/11/2023. THE NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS POSTED AS REQUIRED BY H&S CODE SEC. 1596.817. THE NOTICE OF SITE VISIT MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS OR A CIVIL PENALTY OF $100.00 WILL APPLY.