Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Cortney Nelson, met with
Site Supervisor, Rosalba Pineda, and Pajaro Valley Unified School District Representative, Lisa Sandoval, for an unannounced Required- 1 Year Inspection. The facility is located at Duncan Holbert School (on the Rolling Hills Middle Sch
ool Campus) in Room 1. The LPA was granted access to the facility by the
Site Supervisor and toured both indoors and outdoors during the inspection. Upon arrival, there were
nine (9) preschool-age
children
, two (2) teachers, and the Site Supervisor
present, which is compliant with the facility license capacity and
Title 5
ratio requirements. LPA observed all required postings near the entrance to the facility and the hours of operation are
Monday \342\200\223 Friday, 9:15AM-12:15PM & 1:00PM-4:00PM (half day preschool programs)
.
LPA reviewed sign-in/out sheets, facility roster (LIC
9040), 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
11/4/2022,
which is compliant with the six-month requirement for facilities. LPA observed a fully charged
2A10BC
fire extinguisher (last serviced: 9/2022) and functioning carbon monoxide detector.
The facility has a built in fire detection system.
The Site Supervisor states that she does currently have children in care who require Incidental Medical Services
and does administer medication at this time
. LPA observed that children's
medication is properly stored out of reach of children with the proper documentation.
The
Site Supervisor states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises
.
This facility provides Incidental Medical Services- IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual- Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers, Section 101173 and 101226. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice 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
Indoor areas of the facility were inspected by the LPA and observed to be clean, orderly, and safe for the day care children. During todays inspection, LPA observed children eating snack upon arrival and engaging in circle time, singing songs and welcoming one another. Furniture, such as tables, chairs, and shelves, are in good condition and safe for children. There is currently a work order for a repair at the preschool as some of the ceiling tiles are becoming unglued. The activity area under the ceiling tiles is barricaded appropriately to keep children out until the repair has been completed. A repair order was submitted and will be completed this upcoming Monday (12/5). Drinking water
is readily available for children in the facility via
water dispensers and disposable cups.
T
he children's bathroom is sanitary, operable, and equipped with a diaper changing table. There is a separate staff bathroom, not utilized by the children, which an isolated child can use if necessary. There
is a working telephone in the facility.
The outdoor area of the facility was inspected and observed to be fenced in. The outside area is equipped with a playground, properly
maintained sandbox, bikes, and other play equipment for children to utilize. LPA observed play equipment was in good condition, age-appropriate, and has sufficient resilient materials
(tanbark)
to absorb falls. No outdoor bodies of water were observed during today\342\200\231s inspection. Shaded rest area is provided by
canopy and building overhang.
Food is provided through the Pajaro Valley Unified School District food services program and is stored and served in a safe and healthful manner to the children. The facility offers
a half
day program and provides
AM/PM snack to children. A monthly snack menu is in writing and posted at least one week in advance, accessible to authorized representatives.
Five (5)
children\342\200\231s files
were reviewed during today\342\200\231s inspection
and all required documents were present. Three (3)
staff files
were reviewed and all required documents were present. All staff members present have current C
PR/First-Aid and the Site Supervisors expires 3/27/2023
.
The
Site Supervisor has current Mandated Reporter Training that expires on
2/8/2024. LPA reminded
that the Mandated Reporter Training must be renewed by all staff every 2 years.
The
Site Supervisor understands that she shall be on the premises during the hours the center is
in operation and that children shall be visually supervised at all times. LPA reminded
the Site Supervisor
that th
ere 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.
LPA advised that the required water lead testing for Child Care Centers is due by January 1, 2023, and that preschools located on school campuses are still required to complete the lead testing for all faucets utilized for drinking or food preparation.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the
Pajaro Valley Unified School District Representative, Lisa Sandoval.
As a result of today\342\200\231s inspection, no deficiencies were cited.
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 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
.