Routine inspection·February 7, 2023

A required annual inspection of the facility was conducted by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Amy Strother. LPA met with Center Director and Licensee, Julie Day (L1). The facility file was reviewed prior to this inspection. 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. L1 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. The facility\342\200\231s operating hours are 7:30a.m. - 5:30 p.m., 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. LPA observed poisons stored in a cupboard with a key locked door knob. LPA observed the toys, floors, desks and other equipment and surfaces are clean, toxic free, safe, and in good condition. There is drinking water available to children indoors using individually labelled reusable water cups and outdoors by use of individually labelled water bottles brought from home. 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 a quiet area away from the group, that can be supervised by staff. 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. LPA observed a working carbon monoxide detector in the facility. LPA observed the playground equipment and surface areas were in safe condition. There is pea gravel underneath climbing structures and/or play equipment to absorb falls. There were no bodies of water observed on the site. D1 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, a total of 29 children were being supervised by 4 staff, the licensee (L1), teacher 1 (S1), teacher 2 (S2) and an aide (S3). The facility was operating within the licensed capacity and ratio requirements. Five children\342\200\231s records were reviewed and contained the required documents. Four staff records (L1 and S1-S3) were reviewed at 11:00am. A review of staff files and interview with L1 indicate the following, Staff 1 (S1) and Staff 3 (S3) do not have proof of immunity to Measles or Pertussis on file. Staff 1 (S1) and Staff 3 (S3) have not completed the Mandated Reporter Training and have been employed for over 90 days and Staff 2's (S2's) training certificate is expired and has not been renewed. 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 The following violations of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22; Division 12, were observed: see LIC 809D. Appeal Rights were provided. Notice of Site Visit shall be posted for 30 days from today's visit. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative, Julie Day. 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