Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Marilou Monico met with Program Lead, Laura Beck, and Regional Director, Alyssa Scholes, for an unannounced Annual Random inspection. The purpose of today's inspection was explained with Laura and Alyssa. Facility's License, Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Right Poster, Child Car Seat Law, Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Emergency Disaster Plan, Menus, Activity Schedule, and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist were observed to be posted. The facility has no active waivers. The center's operating hours are Monday through Friday from 06:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The facility is licensed to serve children ages 2 years to entry into kindergarten in Rooms 33 and 34.
LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas. LPA observed that the teacher-child ratio was in compliance. Fire drill was conducted on April 20, 2024. The facility has current children's roster and a copy was provided to LPA during the inspection. 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. Alyssa stated that the facility has a third party cleaning service that comes after daycare hours to clean the facility.
Snacks and lunch for the children are brought to the center from Sedgwick Elementary School cafeteria. Drinking water is available for the children indoor via individual water bottles. LPA observed trash cans with tight fitting covers for the disposable of solid wastes. The facility has fire extinguishers and working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
The playground is surrounded with appropriate fencing and the outdoor surfaces are safe. Shade is provided by canopy. Drinking water is readily available for the children outdoor via individual water bottles. LPA observed climbing structures with resilient material (synthetic grass) under and around the structures. There were no bodies of water observed. Laura stated that there are no we weapons or firearms on the premises.
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LPA reviewed six (6) random children's files. Children records reviewed include Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Information, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment, Physician's Report, TB test, Immunizations, Parent Right's Receipt, Personal Rights, and Health History.
LPA reviewed three (3) staff files. Staff records reviewed include Employee Rights, Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, Health Screening Report with TB Clearance, Immunizations (Measles, Pertussis, and Influenza) and required training. LPA reminded Program Lead 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.
This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS, however, Laura stated that none of the children who are enrolled are using medication. LPA reviewed storage of medication, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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 Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at:
http://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/
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Program Lead, Laura Beck, 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).
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LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in
PIN 21-21.1-CCP.
Program Lead, Laura Beck, 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
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As a result of this inspection, deficiency was cited on the Case Management inspection dated 05/08/24.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Program Lead, Laura Beck, and Regional Director, Alyssa Scholes.
A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS.
