Routine inspection (3-year)·January 4, 2024

Page 1. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) , Sheena Chin, conducted an unannounced Required - 3 year inspection of the Preschool. LPA met with the director, Elahe Mahdavi, and explained the purpose of the visit. The Facility is licensed to serve age 2 to entry into kindergarten in rooms 1 and 2. Operation hour is from 6:30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. The facility has a waiver for Title 22, Division 12, Section 101239. The director sated that the facility orders from local grocery store for breakfast, lunch and two. The director stated that the facility does not have weapons on the premises, that smoking is not allowed on the premises and that the facility does not administer any medication. (This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS, but per Director, currently the facility does not have any children in care who requires IMS.) Observation LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the Facility. Required posted materials, including the 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 were observed. The director stated that local Fire Marshall has conducted the fire inspection in November 2023. The facility has fully charged Fire Extinguishers, functioning smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, First Aid Kit, central heating, and air conditioning. Furniture and equipment were observed to be age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons, sharps, and other items that are dangerous to children were stored inaccessible. Restrooms for children to use were observed to be in operating condition. Play equipment were maintained in a good condition, free of hazards. continue to page 2. Page 2. Observation The food storage areas were clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. Foods and beverages were kept protected against contamination and spoilage. All food and beverages that require refrigeration are stored in covered containers at 45 degrees F or less. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers on. The teacher/child ratio was in compliance during today's inspection. 16 pre-school children with two teachers and one aid in Room 1. The director stated that she understands the conditions, limitations, and capacity specifications of the Facility license and that children shall be always supervised within the classroom and in the playground areas. The playground has a tree for shade. The outdoor equipment is age-appropriate and in good condition. There is a climbing structure in the playground that is age appropriate. Areas around and under high climbing equipment were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. There were no bodies of water observed. Records review Disaster drills shall be conducted at least every six months and be maintained for at least one year. The last drills were conducted on 12 / 1 / 23. LPA reviewed facility's sign in/out procedure and record. The facility uses an app for parents to sign in and out. A sampling of children and staff files was selected for review. Children records reviewed includes Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Information, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment form, Medical Assessment and immunization. Staff records reviewed include Criminal Record and Child Abuse Index Background Check Clearance, Health Screening Report with TB Clearance, Immunization Record for Measles and Pertussis, Education Qualification, and required Training. LPA advised the director that the AB1207 Mandated Reporter Training needs to be renewed every two years. There was at least one person with documented current certification in Pediatric CPR/1st Aid present at the facility during LPA' inspection. continue to page 3. Page 3. Records review LPA advised the director 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. Discussion Water lead test : 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 on 2/2/22 accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1.CCP . LPA referred the director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. Beginning January 1, 2019 AB2370 requires licensed homes and centers to share information on the risks and effects of lead exposure with enrolling and re-enrolling families. Incidental Medical Services (IMS): This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS, but per Director, currently the facility does not have any children in care who requires IMS. 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 . This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. 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-carecenters/ . continue to page 4. Page 4. Deficiency No deficiencies were observed. Further questions 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 . Exit Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview was conducted and this report was reviewed and discussed with Licensee, Elahe Mahdavi.