Routine inspection·November 16, 2022

On Wednesday, November 16, 2022 at 8:40 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Manel Estoesta conducted an Unannounced Required 1 Year Visit. LPA met with Nikki Yelam (President and Licensee) and explained the nature of the site visit. Present on this visit were 7 Staff and 41 Preschool Children. The facility operates from Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5:30 pm. LPA toured the facility to conduct a Health and Safety Inspection with Nikki. The Facility has three active licensed rooms which are the Penguin Room, Dolphin Room and Turtle Room. The facility has an outdoor activity space and for electronic sign in/out waiver which was observed to be posted together with the Facility’s License, Parents’ Rights Poster, Personal Rights, AM PM Snack Menu and Activity Schedules. Facility was observed to follow teacher to children ratio requirement. Children were engaged in various activities under the visual supervision of the teachers. The classrooms, restrooms, pantry, storage room, and office area were inspected. Nikki stated that facility does not possess nor store any weapons on the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children were stored inaccessible to children. Cabinets, drawers, and rooms used for storage were locked. Furniture and equipment such as mats, cots, tables, and chairs were age appropriate and were in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Restrooms for children's use were observed to be in safe, sanitary, and functioning condition. Floors were clean and free from tripping hazard. Outdoor activity space is fenced and was inspected. The play equipment was 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. There were shaded rest areas for children. Drinking water are arranged to be readily available to children during indoor and outdoor activities. See 809 C. Continuation. Food and beverages were kept protected against contamination and spoilage. Children's lunches and water bottles are brought from home. Food storage area were clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers on and were in good repair. Facility files were reviewed. Children sign in and out procedures and logs were reviewed. Facility is currently using an electronic sign in and out system called "Sign In App" application and LPA reviewed the system's operation/logging with Nikki. LPA observed daily attendance completion in each room. Children's Medication are in the classroom. A sampling of Children's files was taken for review. The records reviewed include Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Information, Medical Assessment, and Immunization. A sampling of Staff's files was taken for review. There was at least one Teacher with current certification in Pediatric CPR and First Aid present at the facility during inspection. LPA reminded Nikki that AB 1207 Child Care Providers training online at https://mandatedreporterca.com/ requires 2-year requirement. LPA reviewed Staff Immunization records of Measles and Pertussis immunization, Influenza vaccination and TB clearance. LPA reminded Facility Representative that only the Influenza vaccination can be decline with a written declination. LPA obtained copies of the Children's and Staff Sign in and Out, LIC 500 and Facility's Children's Roster. Director stated that facility does handle medications and does currently have children in care who requires Incidental Medical Services - IMS Epinephrine and Inhaled Medication. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, 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/childqanda.htm . See 809 C. Continuation. LPA observed Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors, fire pull stations, fire extinguishers and sprinkler system. At 10 am, Milpitas Fire Department conducted a Fire and Disaster Drill at the facility. Facility does not provide transportation for children, but Director understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in park vehicles. Facility Representative 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. 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/inspection-process . LPA discussed the LIC 311 A, PIN 21-21-CCP Release of the Written Directives for Lead Testing, Documentation Required for New Director and American Rescue Plan Act Survey. This report includes Technical Violation and LIC 809 D with a Type B Citation. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility Representative, Nikki Yelam.