Routine inspection (3-year)·January 30, 2024

On 1/30/2024, at 9:15 AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Doni Fici and Cortney Nelson arrived unannounced to conduct a Required 3-Year inspection and was greeted by Anna Sifuentes, Licensee. LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the Facility with Anna during today's inspection. LPA observed the 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), Menus, and Activity Schedule. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:00AM to 5:00PM. LPAs reviewed four (4) staff, and five (5) children's files during today's inspection. Each child's file reviewed contains all required forms/documents, including Admission Agreement, Emergency Medical Consent (LIC 627), and Information and Emergency Information form (LIC 700). All staff files reviewed contain the required forms/documents, including current CPR and First Aid certifications on file. Licensee understands that there shall be at least one person, with valid CPR and First Aid certifications, on site at all times or present during any off-site activities. Last fire/disaster drill was completed on 12/20/2023. LPAs observed that the teacher/child ratio was in compliance during today's inspection. LPAs observed 4 Staff and 26 Children during today's inspection. Anna understands the conditions, limitations, and capacity specifications of the Facility license. She understands that children shall be always visually supervised. Any child(ren) who exhibit symptoms of illness including, but not limited to, fever or vomiting, are not accepted into care. Any child(ren) who become ill during the day, shall be isolated near the bathroom in the hall. Continue on Page 2 LPAs observed that the Facility is clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair for children, staff, and visitors. Licensee understands that the facility must be kept free of flies and other insects & rodents. LPAs observed that furniture and equipment is in good condition and safe for the children. Children have their own water bottles labeled with their name on it, when playing outdoors there are water cooler stations for the children along with they have their water bottles. LPA observed running water, refrigerator and microwave on the premises. AM/PM snacks are provided from the facility. The Facility has trash cans with tight fitting lids for solid waste in the classroom. Cleaning supplies are inaccessible to the children and stored in cabinets located in areas off limits to children. LPAs observed a complete first aid kit available in the facility. The playground area utilized by children is surrounded by appropriate fencing and the outdoor surfaces are safe for the children. LPA observed that the outdoor equipment is age appropriate and in good condition. Shade rest areas are provided by trees and canopies. There are sufficient resilient materials on the outdoor playground area. LPAs did not observe any bodies of water. Licensee states that the Facility does not provide transportation for preschool children. Licensee 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. This facility does provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS) at this time. 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 . Licensee does not have any children currently receiving Incidental Medical Services (IMS ). Continue 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 childcare 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). The facility has indicated that they do not use any facets for drinking or food preparation. Licensee understands that children's personal rights should not be violated, including no unusual punishment, infliction of pain, humiliation, intimidation, ridicule, coercion, threat, mental abuse or other actions of a punitive nature. 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 provided Licensee with website resources on managing food allergies at school and handling medical emergencies related to food allergies. CDC Managing Food Allergies at School https://www.cdc.gov/healthyschools/foodallergies/index.htm American Academy of Pediatrics Healthy Children Medical Emergencies https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/injuries-emergencies/Pages/When-to-Call-Emergency-Medical-Services-EMS.aspx A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Deficiencies were issued during today's visit. Exit interview conducted with Licensee, and a copy of this report reviewed and provided.