Routine inspection·June 2, 2023

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Samantha Yip and Farida Raja conducted an unannounced Required 1- Year inspection. LPAs met with Licensee/Director Melissa Mancera and explained the reason for the inspection. Present during today's inspection were 38 children and at least four staff. Licensee and one other staff are fully qualified teacher. There was only one staff who completed 6 units. At 9:25AM, LPAs observed that a child walked into the Pre-K Room from outside, then closed the door. There was no staff that walked in with the child. Licensee walked to the door of the Pre-K Room that is in between the sitting room. LPAs also observed at 9:30AM that a child walked inside the Pre-K room. The door was still open. At 1:31PM, LPA observed that a child walked out from the bathroom in the 2's Years Old room. There was no staff present in the room at the time. LPA also observed that children were walking from the restroom in the front building to the sitting room or the Pre-K room. There were no staff present in the siting room. LPA also observed that staff closed the restroom door and walked away. LPAs discussed with Licensee that children need to be supervised at all time. There are areas to post required postings, such as license, notification of parent's rights, and car seat law. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7AM to 6PM. There is working phone at the center. --------------------continuation of 809 dated 06/02/2023 page 2------------------- ------------------continuation of 809 dated 06/02/2023 page 1---------------------- LPA observed that office and the 3 years old classroom/All Stars room based on the LIC 999 dated 08/23/2018 has switched. An updated LIC 999 was obtained during today's inspection. LPAs measured the All Stars Room. The measurements are as followed: All Stars Room: 10.083 x 18.667 = 188.219 16.583 x 3.500= 58.040 = 246.259 The measurements for the Pre-K room, Siting Rooms, 2's Room was measured on 11/07/2018. The measurements are as followed: PRE-K ROOM: 20.250 x 22.583 = 457.305 minus 12.943 (encumbered space) = 444.362 SITTING AREA ROOM: 13.417 x 16.833 = 225.848 16.083 x 11.417 = 183.619 SITTING AREA ROOM TOTAL = 409.4 Back Building 2's ROOM: 15.333 x 13.167 = 201.889 14.750 x 12.250 = 180.687 2's ROOM TOTAL = 382.576 minus 17.206 (encumbered space) = 365.37 TOTAL INDOOR SPACE: 1465.458 divided by 35 = 41 children LPA discussed with Licensee that an updated fire clearance to reflect the changes to the rooms. Once a fire clearance is obtained, a updated license will be issued to reflect the changes to the room layout. ------------------continuation of 809 dated 06/02/2023 page 3----------------------- -------------continuation of 809 dated 06/02/2023 page 2--------------------- LPAs toured the inside and outside of the center. LPA discussed with Licensee that all disinfectant sprays and wipes need to be inaccessible to children. There are wall heaters. LPAs observed that the barricade are not secure, which allows children to have access to the wall heaters. LPA did not observed that the wall heaters were not in use during today's inspection. There is a fireplace, which is barricaded. There a fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector. LPA reminded Licensee that the fire extinguishers need to be either serviced every year or a new fire extinguisher needs to be purchased. There are toys for children. The outdoor area is fenced. There are equipment for children. Areas around play equipment have resilient material, but LPA observed that it is low. Shaded rest area is provided through canopy and building overhang. There were no bodies of water observed during today's inspection. LPA observed that one of the plastic tables with benches has a crack on it. Snacks are only provided at the center. Snack menu was observed to be posted. All meals are prepared and brought from home. Drinking water is provided through water cooler and cups or individual water bottles. Kitchen used to prepare snacks has hot and cold running water. Licensee stated that she currently does not have any children who require Incidental Medical Services (IMS). 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)/ (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 . --------------------continuation of 809 dated 06/02/2023 page 4-------------------- ---------------continuation of 809 dated 06/02/2023 page 3---------------------- LPA discussed with Licensee what is required to be on the facility roster, such as date enrolled and that the facility roster needs to be complete. 11 children's files were reviewed during today's inspection. The records reviewed include but not limited to immunization records and admission agreement. LPAs observed that three out of 11 children's files were missing the personal rights. Two children were missing the physician's report with screening for risk factor for TB. One children were missing immunization records. Five staff files were reviewed during today's inspection. The records reviewed include but not limited to transcript and Mandated Reporter training. Two out five staff were missing immunization records for measles, pertussis, and influenza. One staff was missing immunization records for measles. Two staff did not complete the Mandated Reporter training. Staff completed CPR/1st Aid training on 10/18/2022 through HSI and American Safety Health Institute, but there is no EMSA sticker or proof that it is EMSA approved. All staff present have cleared fingerprints. 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 of 809 dated 06/02/2023 page 5-------------------- ----------------continuation of 809 dated 06/02/2023 page 4--------------------- As a result of this inspection, two type A citations and type B citations were cited. A civil penalty of $500 was assessed for immediate $500. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Licensee Melissa Mancera. A notice of site visit has been issued and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. LPA Samantha Yip informed Licensee Melissa Mancera that this report dated 06/02/2023 documents two Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPA Samantha informed the Licensee, Melissa, to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 06/02/2023 that documents any Type A citation to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification.