Routine inspection·March 3, 2025

On March 3, 2025 at 1:19 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Marilou Monico conducted an unannounced Annual Random inspection. LPA met with Program Lead, Denise Reyes. LPA explained to Denise the reason for today's inspection. LPA observed all the required postings: Facility License, Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610), Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC 9148), Parents' Rights Poster (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Child Car Seat Law (PUB 269), Menus, and Activity Schedule. The center's operating hours are Monday through Friday from 9:30 AM PM to 6:00 PM. The facility is licensed to serve children from kindergarten to 6th grade. The school age program is licensed in Rooms 16 and 17. LPA toured the inside and outside areas of the facility. LPA observed that the teacher-child ratio was in compliance. Fire drill was conducted on January 8, 2025. The facility has current children's roster and a copy was provided to LPA. Cleaning products, disinfectants, sharp objects were stored inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment were observed to be age appropriate and in good condition. The facility is clean. The bathrooms for children and staff are clean, sanitary, and operable. The center provides afternoon snacks to the children. There is a food preparation area in Room 16 that is equipped with microwaves, refrigerator, and a sink with hot and cold running water. Drinking water is available for the children indoor via drinking fountains. LPA observed trash cans with tight fitting covers for the disposable of solid wastes. The facility has fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher and functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Denise stated that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. LPA observed tanbarks as resilient material under the climbing structures outdoor. Drinking water outdoor is via drinking fountains. LPA reviewed 10 random children's files. Children records reviewed include Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Information, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment, Parent Right's Receipt, Child's Preadmission Health History, and Personal Rights. Continuation on next pages: Three (3) staff files were reviewed. Staff records reviewed include Employee Rights, Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, Health Screening Report with TB Clearance, Immunizations (Measles, Pertussis, and Influenza), Educational Requirements, and required training. LPA reminded Denise that the Mandated Reporter Training shall be renewed by all staff every two years. At least one staff member present during the inspection has current Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications. 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/ . Program Lead, Denise Reyes, 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. 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). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . Continuation on next page: Program Lead, Denise Reyes, 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&R's) throughout California. 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/process . As a result of this inspection, there were no deficiencies cited. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Program Lead, Denise Reyes. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS.