Routine inspection·November 30, 2022

On November 30, 2022 at 9:33 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Austin Rios conducted a Required Annual inspection. LPA met with director Philippa Adler 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 21 children in care at the time of the inspection and four staff. The center operates from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM and is open Monday thru Friday. Licensing required notices were posted prominently on the outside wall in between the classrooms. The facility uses two classrooms. Bathrooms were observed to be clean and free of toxins. There is a total of 4 toilets with two being inside each classroom. There is water inside and outside for the children to have access too. Facility has water jugs and children bring their own water bottles. The outdoor playground is completely enclosed by a fence. The playground has 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. Children bring their own lunch and facility provides morning snack. All trash cans have a tight fitting lid. Center uses paper sign in sheet and was complete. 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 82024. Teachers present have current AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificates on file. 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. 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 . 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 Phillipa Adler.