Routine inspection·January 9, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) Anna Morales conducted a Annual Random inspection and was greeted by Director Armida Clemente. The facility is licensed for a capacity of 126. There is a Preschool and Infant component. Preschool's capacity is 114, with ages 2 to entry to 1st grade in Bldg.2,3,4 and 5. The Infant capacity is 12, ages 0-24 months in Bldg. 1. The center's hours are Monday- Friday, 7:30pm -5:30pm. 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. LPA toured the indoor and outdoor of the facility with Director. Observed the required postings Facility's License, Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights Poster, Child Car Seat Law, Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Emergency Disaster Plan, and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist were observed to be posted. Disaster Drill was conducted on 10/19/24. Children sign in and out procedures and logs were reviewed. LPA observed that the facility was operating in compliance with teacher to children ratio requirement. Children were engaged with activities with supervision of staff. If a child comes to the facility who exhibit symptoms of illness including, but not limited to, fever or vomiting, they are not accepted into care. Any child who becomes ill during the day, shall be isolated in a the office until parent pick-up. There were no bodies of water observed. Director stated that they do not have weapons on the premises. Furniture and equipment were observed to be age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children were stored inaccessible to children. Floors were clean. LPA observed cubbies for the children's personal belongings. Children bring their own meals. Morning and afternoon snacks are provided by the preschool children. Drinking is available via Britta and individual water bottles indoor and outdoor areas of the facility. Water fountain is available for children in outdoor area. LPA observed charged Fire extinguishers. LPA observed Carbon and Smoke detector. Foods and beverages were kept protected against contamination and spoilage. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers on and were in good repair. Outdoor activity spaces are enclosed by fencing and are observed to be free of hazards. LPA observed play equipment were in good condition. LPA observed shade provided by canopy covers. Activities schedule and Snack Menu were posted. LPA observed that food storage areas were clean and free of litter. Facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of "medication and equipment/supplies and reviewed children's 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 and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/ . The facility maintains an electronic sign in and out system, that is updated throughout the day, containing full signatures from responsible parties. The facility maintains an updated roster of children enrolled in the program electronically through the same program. Classrooms, also, have current rosters in each classroom. A sampling of children and staff files was taken for review during today's inspection. Children records reviewed include Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Contact, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment form, receipt of Parent Rights Notice, Personal Rights Notice, Medical Assessment and Immunization's. Currently there are no infants attending the Center at this time. Staff records reviewed include Criminal Record and Child Abuse Index Clearance, Health Screening Report and TB test, Immunization (Measles, Pertussis, and Flu) record and required Training. LPA reminded Director that the online AB1207 Mandated Reported Training needs to be renewed every two years. There was at least one person with current certification in Pediatric CPR and First Aid present at the facility. -continue LIC809C- LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the Director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed the 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. 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. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlines in PIN 21-21.1.CCP. LPA referred Director to the Department website for Lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. A copy of this report was provided to the facility at the conclusion of the inspection. In the areas that were evaluated, there were no deficiencies cited. Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. 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