Routine inspection·February 1, 2023

On Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at 12:45 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Manel Estoesta conducted an unannounced Required 1 Year Visit. LPA met with the Director Elizangela Silvalira and explained the nature of site visit. Present on this visit were 42 preschool children and 8 staff. The facility operates from 7:30 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday. LPA toured the facility to conduct a Health and Safety Inspection with the Director. The preschool classrooms, restrooms, kitchen, storage, and office area were inspected and observed to be in safe and sanitary functioning condition. Floors were clean and safe. LPA reminded Director that poisons, disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other items that are dangerous to children should be stored inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment such as cots, step stools, tables, chairs, and changing table were age appropriate and were in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts Outdoor activity space is fenced and play equipment were maintained in a safe condition and free of hazards. There were no bodies of water observed. Areas around and under high climbing equipment and slides were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. LPA observed that drinking water was arranged to be readily available to children during indoor and outdoor activities. All posting requirements are being met. Menus were posted. Facility does not provide transportation for children. First Aid Kit was observed. Fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector were observed today. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on September 2020. LPA reminded the Director to conduct the Fire and Earthquake Drills every 6 months. See 809 C. Continuation.... Facility files were reviewed. Child sign in and out procedures and logs were reviewed. The facility is currently using a Day Care Software Application. Children files were reviewed, which included records of Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Information, Medical Assessment, and Immunization. Staff files were reviewed, which included records of Criminal Record and Child Abuse Index Clearance, Health Screening Report with TB Clearance, records of immunization, and Mandated Reporter Training. There was at least one person with current certification in Pediatric CPR and First Aid. 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 . 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 AskedQuestions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm 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. SEE 809 C. Continuation..... LPA discussed the following to the Director: 1. PIN 21-21.1-CCP WRITTEN DIRECTIVES FOR LEAD TESTING OF WATER IN LICENSED CHILD CARE CENTERS PURSUANT TO AB 2370 CHAPTER 676, STATUTES OF 2018 https://cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information 2. AB 1207 - CALIFORNIA CHILD CARE PROVIDERS: MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING (2 year renewal requirement) https://mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers 3. American Rescue Plan Survey 4. New Construction and Major Renovation - grants for new construction and major renovation of child care programs. 5. Child care staff and volunteers in California are required to show proof of vaccination against these dangerous diseases: measles, whooping cough, and flu. 6. Guardian New User Information. 7. LIC 311 A - RECORDS TO BE MAINTAINED AT THE FACILITY. 8. Change of Ownership Application. 9. Change of Director. As a result of this inspection, there are no deficiencies cited during today's inspection. For Advisory Notes - Technical Violation, see LIC 9102's. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Elizangela Silvalira.