Routine inspection·April 14, 2022

An annual random inspection was made to the facility by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Amy Strother. The facility file was reviewed prior to this visit. A review of the personnel report on file indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. 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. This center is run as a Co-op with parent volunteers. The facility\342\200\231s operating hours are currently 9:00am - 12:00pm Monday - Friday. LPA met with Director, Catherine McCraken-Jones who stated that the program is currently only running the morning program due to low enrollment for the afternoon. The facility was toured inside and outside and the floor and yard plan submitted by the licensee were verified. The items which could pose a danger to children (such as detergents, cleaning compounds and medications) were observed to be inaccessible to children. The director stated that no poisons are stored on the premises and none were observed during today's inspection. 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 both indoors and outdoors from children\342\200\231s individual water bottles. The children's bathroom is in safe and sanitary condition. Children bring their own snacks from home. The facility does not store or prepare food on site. Garbage cans containing solid waste have tight fitting lids. The LPA observed a working carbon monoxide detector in the facility. The playground was free of hazards. The playground equipment and surface areas were in safe condition. There is wood chip, pea gravel or sand cushioning underneath climbing structures and/or play equipment to absorb falls. There were no bodies of water observed. The Director stated no weapons are stored on site and none were observed. Continue on LIC809-C During today's inspection, staffing ratios were being met, and 10 children were being supervised by the Director and 3 parent volunteers. The facility was operating within the licensed capacity. At least one staff member present during the visit, the Director, possessed current CPR and First Aid certifications. The sign-in/sign-out procedure was reviewed and in compliance. Ten children\342\200\231s records were reviewed and were complete. The Directors records were reviewed and contained documentation of all required records. 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 A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. There were no Title 22 deficiencies cited during today's inspection. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Catherine McCraken-Jones. 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 .