Routine inspection (3-year)·May 23, 2025

On May 23, 2025, at 12:30 PM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elizabeth George conducted an unannounced Required 3 - Year inspection at the above-mentioned Child Care Center (CCC). LPA met with Director, Maria Suarez, and discussed the purpose of the inspection. At the time of the inspection no children were present due to early closure. There were 7 children and 4 staff present with the SBCEO Inclusion Program. The preschools hours of operation are from 7:45am \342\200\223 4:45pm, Monday thru Friday. The Inclusion program operates two sessions: 8:00am-11:00am and 11:45am-2:45pm, Monday \342\200\223 Friday. CCC is located on the grounds of Allan Hancock College, Building I 200 Room 204 & 205. LPA in the company of the Director toured the interior and exterior of the facility. The CCC consists of 4 classrooms (2 preschool classrooms and 2 toddler classrooms) and two separate outdoor play areas. LPA observed required licensing forms to be posted on the walls in the classrooms. LPA observed the classrooms to be clean and orderly. Age-appropriate toys and equipment are in good condition. Director informed LPA cleaning compounds are stored in a child locked cabinet, LPA reminded director to ensure cabinets are locked during school hours. LPA observed cabinets and drawers that are not secured to be free of hazards. There are sufficient restrooms for children which LPA observed to be clean and free of hazards. LPA observed smoke detector and fire alarm which director stated they are checked regularly to ensure they are functioning. Director stated the Carbon Monoxide detector is tied to the fire and smoke alarm system. LPA observed multiple regulation fire extinguishers throughout the facility. Trash cans with tight fitting lids were observed through all the classrooms. All children are afforded cubbies for their personal belongings. LPA observed the outdoor play areas to be surrounded by wooden fencing with sufficient space for children\342\200\231s activities. Drinking water is available to children via water fountains both inside classrooms and in the outdoor play areas. Continued 809-C LPA observed age-appropriate equipment and play structure in good repair. LPA notes the play structure's fall zones have sufficient cushioning. Director was reminded to ensure that all entry gates between play yards to remain locked during school hours. LPA advised director to keep storage sheds containing \342\200\230keep out of reach from children\342\200\231 items locked during school hours. A sampling of children's files was reviewed. LPA observed all children's files to be current and complete. LPA reviewed a sampling of staff files which were found to be current and complete as well. LPA reminded Director it is their responsibility to ensure staff files are complete and current. LPA notes at least one staff has current Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certification. LPA observed fire drills are being conducted and logged with the last fire drill conducted on 2/20/25. LPA observed the sign in and out sheets to filled out appropriately. LPA did not observe any bodies of water on site. LPA informed director that the bucket used for watering CCCs garden needs to be emptied. There are no firearms or ammunition on CCC site. CCC provides breakfast, lunch and snack to children. LPA observed kitchen area to be clean and free of any defects. The refrigerator contains food items consumed by the CCC's children which are labeled and dated. 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 . 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 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, on 7/29/22, in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . Continued 809-C 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/ . 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. No deficiencies were given during today\342\200\231s visit. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted, appeals rights were provided and report was reviewed with Director, Maria Suarez.