Routine inspection·February 14, 2023

On February, 14 2023 at 9:53 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Austin Rios conducted a Required Annual inspection. LPA met with director Teresa Martinez and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPA asked Covid-19 screening questions prior to entering the facility. LPA conducted a tour of the facility inside and out. There were 46 children in care at the time of the inspection and twelve staff. The center operates from 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM and is open Monday thru Friday. Licensing required notices were posted prominently on the wall at the entrance and Covid-19 posters and signs. The facility is using three classrooms. Bathrooms were observed to be clean and free of toxins. There is water inside and outside for the children to have access too. The outdoor playground is completely enclosed by a fence. The playground has an ample amount of shade available and age appropriate toys/equipment. LPA did not observe any toxins/hazardous items accessible to children. The classroom has age appropriate toys and furniture available for children. There is a functioning carbon monoxide detector that meets statutory requirement. LPA observed and reviewed the posted lunch menu. The center provides lunch as well as breakfast, and an afternoon snack. Center uses electronic sign in sheet called hub. A sampling of children and staff records were reviewed and found current. At least one teacher present has current Pediatric First Aid/CPR certificates that expire on 2/26/2024. Teachers present have current AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificates on file. Facility was organized and sanitary. Continued on 809-C Licensee 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 facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 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 Sections 101173 and 101226.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 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 . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Teresa Martinez.