Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
An Annual/required inspection was made to the facility by Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs), Sebastian Phouthavong and Dianne Morrison. LPAs met with Director, Paula Rowland. The facility file was reviewed prior to this visit. A review of the personnel report on file indicates that all facility staff have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. 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.
The facility\342\200\231s operating hours are 7:45AM-2:45PM, Monday-Friday. The facility was toured inside and outside, and the floor and yard plan submitted by the licensee were verified. Sign in/out records were reviewed and in compliance. Items which could pose a danger to children (such as detergents, cleaning compounds and medications) were observed to be inaccessible to children. Director stated there are no poisons in the facility, and none were observed during this inspection. LPA observed the toys, floors, desks and other equipment and surfaces are clean, toxic free, safe, and in good condition. There is uncontaminated drinking water available to children indoors and outdoors using water bottles. The children's bathrooms are in safe and sanitary condition. The center\342\200\231s isolation area for any child who becomes ill while in care is located in the staff office. LPA observed food prep areas are clean. Food is properly stored and refrigerated as needed. There was no contaminated food observed. Garbage cans containing solid waste have tight fitting lids. There is a working smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher in the facility. Last emergency drill was conducted on 02/2026. LPA observed the playground equipment and surface areas were in safe condition. There is soft flooring cushioning underneath play equipment to absorb falls. There were no bodies of water observed on the site and Director confirmed that no bodies of water is on the premise. Director stated no weapons are stored on site, and none were observed.
Continued on LIC 809-C.
Continued from LIC 809.
During today's inspection, staffing ratios were being met, 25 children were being supervised by four staff. The facility was operating within the licensed capacity and ratio requirements. At least one staff member present, Director, during the inspection possessed current CPR and First Aid certifications, which expire 03/27/2026. Five children\342\200\231s records were reviewed at 10:19AM and contained complete and current information as required. Four staff files were reviewed at 10:45AM and contained all records as required.
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). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in
PIN 21-21.1-CCP
.
The facility does have an approved waiver. Directive Section stating that the facility located at 1067 Amber Ridge Lane, Vacaville, 95687, which was licensed on August 9, 2021, has no water outlets that are used for drinking or for food preparation. Also it states that children bring their own water bottles, and the facility provides an additional water resource through a water service company.
LPA referred Director to the Department website for lead:
Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information
.
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/
.
Continued on LIC809-C.
Continued from LIC809-C.
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.
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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
.
A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Paula Rowland
There were no Title 22 deficiencies cited during today's inspection.