Routine inspection·September 3, 2024

On 9/3/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Martina Jimenez and Shane Loftus, conducted an unannounced Annual/Random Inspection of the Little Village Child Care Center (CCC). LPA met with Maribel Rios Site Supervisor of the CCC and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPAs, along with the Site Supervisor toured the interior and exterior of the CCC. The CCC operates from 6:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday-Friday. LPA observed 15 children on site, along with 4 staff members (cleared and associated) providing care and supervision. The CCC operates out of a two classrooms (Classroom A & Classroom B) on site. LPAs notes the CCC is part of a combination Infant and preschool program. LPAs observed age appropriate toys and furnishings throughout the CCC. Toys include auditory, visual and tactile stimulation items as well as items to enhance and manipulative skills. LPAs observed the CCC to have cribs and napping cots for children in with varying levels of mobility. LPAs observed one child in classroom A was not signed in on 09/03/2024. The staff entered time of arrival. LPAs observed a carbon monoxide detector in the CCC. The carbon monoxide detector in the CCC was tested at 11:26 AM and found to be operable. The CCC has two operable refrigerators in the kitchen. The refrigerator contains food items and beverages for the children's consumption. The refrigerator has excess food items provided to children. There is available drinking water both inside the classroom and outside in the play area. 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. For childcare center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the Licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. Continues on LIC809-C Disinfectants and cleaning solutions, sharps and medications are located in a secured elevated locations and inaccessible to children. Required licensing forms and documents are posted in each classroom and in the entrance of the center. The restrooms in the CCC are in clean and sanitary operating condition. The CCC's outdoor playground areas are enclosed by chain rod iron fencing. The fence\342\200\231s entry/exit gates are secured. The footing in the area is varied. LPAs observed age-appropriate toys/play equipment in the play area which are in suitable condition. LPAs observed play structures in the playground areas to have adequate cushioning materials to absorb falls. LPAs also observed ample shade in the play areas. No bodies of water were observed on site. LPAs observed waste receptacles with tight fitting covers throughout the CCC. A sampling of staff and children records were reviewed. The children\342\200\231s records were complete and found to contain emergency contact information as well as immunization records, among other required licensing documents. Staff records are reviewed and contained current pedantic CPR/First Aid and Mandated Reporter certifications as well as teaching qualifications, among other required licensing documents. Site Supervisor noted no firearm or ammunition is stored on site. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPAs reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication 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/ Facility representative 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. LPAs discussed the safe sleep regulations with Facility Representative and discussed the Child-Care Licensing Safe Sleep web page at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public -information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resources. Continues on LIC809C LPAs also informed 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. Facility representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Site Supervisor, Maribel Rios.