Routine inspection·April 28, 2025

On April 28,2025, at 10:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPAs) Deborah Khashe and Elizabeth Santiago met with Facility Representative, Ali Cardoza for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. Facility days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Facility operates on a year-round schedule. There were (46) children and 5 teacher present during today's inspection. All classes are provided am snack and pm snack. Option to purchase breakfast and lunch is available. All food is prepared by the main kitchen and LPAs toured the kitchen area. Filtered water is provided for drinking. LPAs toured the facility inside and out. LPAs observed that hazardous items (disinfectants, cleaning solutions etc.) were inaccessible to children in care. LPAs reviewed staffing ratios, first aid supplies, furniture, equipment, fire drills and drinking water. LPAs observed all required forms to be posted. LPAs observed a dual functioning carbon monoxide and smoke alarms. There are adequate toys and equipment available for children. Outdoor play area was toured, the play structure appeared to be in good repair, and there is sufficient cushioning under the play structure. LPAs reviewed the sign in/out book and observed that the children are properly signed in. LPAs reviewed children’s and staff files. LPAs observed health screening reports with TB test and required MMR and TDAP vaccines. At least one staff member present today has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid. LPA observed AB1207 Mandated Reporter training certificates for all staff. The facility representative was reminded to renew the course every 2 years through www.mandatedreporterca.com website. Report continues 809-C... ( Page 2) All staff present during today's inspection have a fingerprint clearance. Facility representative 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. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – 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 (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/. Facility did not conduct lead testing due to building being built after 2010. LPA requested facility to submit documentation for verification. Facility representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. LPAs discussed the Year-Round/Daily Reminder of Water Safety Requirements and Measures with facility representative. LPA provided facility representative the PIN 23-17-CCLD, the Year-Round and Daily Reminder of Water Safety Requirements and Measures. LPA stressed the importance of checking the premises for bodies of water daily prior to children's arrival for children's safety. 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 . Report continues on LIC809-C.. ( Page 3) Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with facility representative, Ali Cardoza and Katie Pack. A notice of site visit was provided and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. In the areas that were evaluated, no deficiencies were cited during the inspection.