Routine inspection (3-year)·May 28, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Jennifer \342\200\234Jen\342\200\235 Beehler, met with Director Nicole McCarty for an unannounced Required- 3 Year Inspection. LPA was granted access to the facility by the Director and toured both indoors and outdoors during the inspection. Upon arrival, there were 37 children (school-age) and 5 staff (4 teachers/ 1 director) present, which is compliant with the facility license capacity and ratio requirements. LPA observed all required postings near the entrance to the facility. Hours of operation for the facility are Monday \342\200\223 Friday, 01:25PM-05:30PM . There are no active waivers. 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. All staff present had criminal record clearance and were associated to the roster on Guardian. LPA reviewed sign-in/out sheets, facility roster (LIC9040), and fire/disaster drill log during today\342\200\231s inspection. Sign-in/out was observed to have a printed name of authorized representative along with date and time stamp. The last fire/disaster drill was conducted on 05/27/2025, which is compliant with the six month requirement for facilities. LPA observed a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher last serviced 09/03/2024, which is compliant with state fire marshal regulations. LPA observed a fully functioning smoke detector system and a working carbon monoxide detector. Director states that she currently has children in care who require Incidental Medical Services. 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. Continued on Page 2 LPA observed one medication was expired and one medication was not in the original packaging, so an expiration date could not be verified.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/ . Indoor areas of the facility were inspected by the LPA today and observed to be clean, orderly, and safe for the day care children. LPA observed sufficient age-appropriate materials, toys, and play equipment in the facility. Furniture, such as tables, chairs, and shelves, are in good condition and safe for children. The floors were clean and free of tripping hazards. Staff and children\342\200\231s bathrooms are clean, sanitary, and operable. There is a separate staff bathroom, not utilized by the children, which an isolated child can use if necessary. The Director states a working landline is designated for the facility. Cleaning and maintenance for the facility is conducted by an outside service and is completed in the evenings after all day care children have left the premises. The Director states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. The outdoor area of the facility was inspected and observed to be fenced in. LPA observed play equipment was in good condition, age-appropriate, and has sufficient resilient materials (tanbark) to absorb falls. No outdoor bodies of water were observed during today\342\200\231s inspection. Shaded rest area is provided by trees. Food is provided by the facility and is stored, prepared, and served in a safe and healthful manner to the children. Facility offers (half) day program and provides (midafternoon snack) to children. Menu is in writing and posted at least one week in advance, accessible to authorized representatives. The kitchen and storage area is clean and free of litter and rubbish. Equipment necessary for the storage, preparation and service of food is well maintained, clean, and sanitized after each use. Drinking water is readily available for children in the facility via drinking fountains to refill water bottles from home labeled with the children\342\200\231s names. 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 child care 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). Continued on Page 3 LPA verified that the lead testing was completed on 05/04/2023 in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . 5 children\342\200\231s files (school-age) were reviewed during today\342\200\231s inspection for the following records: Notification of Parents Rights (LIC995A), Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment (LIC627), Identification and Emergency Information (LIC700), Signed Admission Agreement. All children's files were complete. 5 staff files (1 - director / 4 teachers) were reviewed for the following records: Transcripts/Verification of Experience, Health Screening Report (LIC503), Employee Rights (LIC9052), Statement Acknowledging Requirement to report Child Abuse (LIC9108), Mandated Reporter Training Certificate, Tuberculosis (TB) Clearance, and Immunization Record showing immunity to measles (MMR), pertussis (Tdap), and influenza or statement declining influenza. There is at least one staff member present with current CPR/First-Aid that expires 10/01/2025. All staff members have current mandated reporter training that meets the requirements of AB1207. LPA reminded the Director that the Mandated Reporter Training must be renewed by all staff every 2 years. All staff files did not include immunization records or flu vaccination/declination. The Facility Representative understands that the site director shall be on the premises during the hours the center is in operation and that children at the center shall be visually supervised at all times. LPA reminded the Director that there shall be at least one person with valid CPR and First-Aid certifications on site at all times or present during off site activities, such as field trips. LPA and Director discussed Administrative Organization and Director provided minutes from the Board relaying changes to the organization. During today's inspection, the following documents were collected: Updated LIC200A Updated LIC308 Updated LIC309 with Board Minutes Updated LIC9040 Lead Test dated 05/04/2023 Letter from facility requesting a waiver to use a unique PIN for Sign In/Out procedures Continued on Page 4 As a result of today\342\200\231s inspection, 2 Type B deficiencies were cited, more information on the attached LIC809-D. Exit interview conducted with the Director Nicole McCarty, report was reviewed and provided along with appeal rights. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS PROVIDED AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS. 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 .