Routine inspection·April 7, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Marilou Monico conducted an unannounced Required - 1 Year Inspection. LPA met with Site Director, Eva Fernandez, and Licensee Representative, Auxilia William, and explained the purpose of today's visit. 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 center's operating days and hours are Monday through Friday from 08:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The Preschool Program is licensed in Rooms 1, 2, and 4. The Toddler Option Program is licensed in Room 3. The facility serves children ages 18 months to 6 years old. LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas. LPA observed that the facility was operating in compliance with teacher to children ratio requirement. Cleaning products, disinfectants, sharp objects were stored in a locked hallway closet across Room 4. Furniture and equipment were observed to be age appropriate and in good condition. The facility is clean and orderly. The staff and children's bathrooms are clean, sanitary, and operable. Eva indicated that the center has a third party cleaning service that comes after daycare hours to clean the facility. Morning and afternoon snacks are provided by the parents. Lunch is catered to the center from "Freya Foods International." Drinking water is available for the children indoor via water dispenser, disposable cups, and individual water bottles. LPA observed trash cans with tight fitting covers for the disposal of solid waste and diapers. LPA observed fire extinguishers, working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Eva stated that there are no firearms in the facility. Drinking water is readily available for the children outdoor via individual water bottles. The playgrounds are surrounded by appropriate fencing and the outdoor surfaces are safe. Shades are provided by pergola and trees. LPA observed rubber foam as resilient material under and around the climbing structures. There were no bodies of water observed. Continuation on Pages 2 & 3: LPA reviewed 10 children's files. Children records reviewed include Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Information, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment form, Parent Right's Receipt, Personal Rights, Physician's Report, Health History, Immunization, and TB test. LPA reviewed seven (7) 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 Site Director that the Mandated Reported 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 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 Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Auxilia & Eva and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA informed Eva of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Site 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. Continuation on Page 3 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, deficiency was cited on the next page: Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Site Director, Eva Fernandez. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS.