Routine inspection·January 2, 2025

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs), Jennifer \342\200\234Jen\342\200\235 Beehler and Jaime Gonzales, met with Director, Karla Turetsky , for an unannounced Required- 1 Year Inspection. LPAs were granted access to the facility by the Site Director, Jamie Ferguson and toured both indoors and outdoors during the inspection. Upon arrival, there were 11 children (infants) and 3 staff (2 teachers/ 1 Director) present, which is compliant with the facility license capacity and ratio requirements. LPAs observed all required postings near the entrance to the facility. Hours of operation for the facility are Monday \342\200\223 Friday, 07:00AM-06:00PM . There is an active waiver for electronic sign in/out. Director 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. All staff present had criminal record clearance. LPAs reviewed sign-in/out sheets, facility roster (LIC9040), and fire/disaster drill log during today\342\200\231s inspection. Sign-in/out was observed to be completed with full legal signature and time of day. The last fire/disaster drill was conducted on 08/21/2024, which is compliant with the six-month requirement for facilities. LPAs observed a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher last serviced 12/10/2024, which is compliant with state marshal regulations. LPA observed a fully functioning smoke detector system and a working carbon monoxide detector. Director states that she does not currently have any children in care who require Incidental Medical Services . Continued on Page 2 Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . 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) 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-care-centers/ . Indoor areas of the facility were inspected by the LPAs today and observed to be clean, orderly, and safe for the day care children. LPAs observed sufficient age-appropriate materials, toys, and play equipment in the facility. Furniture, such as tables, chairs, and shelves, are in good condition and safe for children. The floors were clean and free of tripping hazards. Drinking water is readily available for children in the facility via water dispensers and disposable cups. Staff bathrooms are clean, sanitary, and operable. There is a separate staff bathroom. LPAs observed diaper changing station in compliance with regulations including a sink within arms reach. Director states diaper changing mat is sanitized after every use. The Facility has a working telephone in the facility (408-266-8188). Cleaning and maintenance for the facility is conducted by an outside service and is completed in the evenings after all day care children have left the premises. The Director states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. Infant Safe Sleep regulations (PIN 20-24-CCP) were discussed with the Director including the Individual Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC9227). LPAs reminded Director that infants up to 12 months of age should be placed on their back to sleep, that cribs should be free of all loose articles and hanging objects, and that infants should not be swaddled. Infants should be supervised while sleeping and documentation of sleep checks every 15 minutes should remain in the infant\342\200\231s file. Documentation should include the time of the check, the infant\342\200\231s physical condition, and initials of the staff member checking on the infant. Director stated bedding is laundered every night. LPAs also informed Director 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. Continued on Page 3 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). LPAs verified that the lead testing was completed 03/27/2023 in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . The Director understands that the site director shall be on the premises during the hours the center is in operation and that children at the center shall be visually supervised at all times. LPAs reminded Director that there shall be at least one person with valid CPR and First-Aid certifications on site at all times or present during off site activities, such as field trips. As a result of today\342\200\231s inspection, 3 Type B deficiencies were cited, more details are attached in the LIC809-D. Exit interview conducted with Site Supervisor, Jamie Ferguson, report was reviewed and provided along with appeal rights. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS. 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 . The outdoor area of the facility was inspected and observed to be fenced in. LPAs observed play equipment was in good condition, age-appropriate, and has sufficient resilient materials (rubber padding) to absorb falls. No outdoor bodies of water were observed during today\342\200\231s inspection. Shaded rest area is provided by canopy. Food provided by the parents from home and is stored in a safe and healthful manner to the children. There is a tray in the fridge for each child, labeled with their names. All bottles were labeled with children's names. LPAs observed equipment for sanitation for bottles and infant eating utensils. The kitchen and storage area is clean and free of litter and rubbish. Equipment necessary for the storage, preparation and service of food is well maintained, clean, and sanitized after each use. 5 children\342\200\231s files ( infants) were reviewed during today\342\200\231s inspection for the following records: Physician\342\200\231s Report (LIC701), Notification of Parents Rights (LIC995A), Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment (LIC627), Identification and Emergency Information (LIC700), Signed Admission Agreement, and Immunization Records (PM286). LPAs observed Individual Infant Sleep Plan (LIC9227), Infant's needs and services plan and sleep check documentation were present. 1/5 files had an outdated needs and services plan. 1/5 files was missing the identification and emergency information (LIC700). LPAs observed the infant sleep logs to be complete. 5 staff files (1 director/ 2 teachers / 2 aides) were reviewed for the following records: Transcripts/Verification of Experience, Health Screening Report (LIC503), Employee Rights (LIC9052), Criminal Record Statement (LIC508), Statement Acknowledging Requirement to report Child Abuse (LIC9108), Mandated Reporter Training Certificate, Tuberculosis (TB) Clearance, and Immunization Record showing immunity to measles (MMR), pertussis (Tdap), and influenza (or statement declining influenza). There is at least one staff member present with current CPR/First-Aid that expires 01/26/2026. The Director has current Mandated Reporter Training that expires on 01/21/2024 . LPAs reminded Director that the Mandated Reporter Training must be renewed by all staff every 2 years. Continued on Page 4