Routine inspection·January 14, 2022

On January 14, 2022 at 1 PM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Chayntel Hunter and Katy Maestas met with Assistant Site Supervisor, Ben Pascale f or the purpose of an unannounced Annual inspection. There were no children present at the time of inspection. The Site Supervisor stated school aged children arrive at the facility at 2:15 PM. LPAs toured the facility inside and out. LPAs observed that hazardous items (disinfectants, cleaning solutions, etc.) were inaccessible to children in care. Facility days and hours of operation are Monday - Friday from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM and from 2:15 PM to 6:00 PM, or Wednesday from 1:25 PM to 6:00 PM. Facility provides a breakfast and PM snack. LPAs observed the following items during today's inspection: care and supervision of children, staffing ratios, first aid supplies, furniture, equipment, and access to drinking water. LPAs observed all required forms to be posted. Outdoor play area was toured, the play structure appeared to be in good repair, and there is sufficient cushioning (bark) under the play structure. LPAs reviewed the electronic sign in/out book and observed that the children are properly signed in/out. 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, 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. LPA verified the annual fees are current. Report continues on 809-C. LPA 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 Director was reminded to renew the course every 2 years through www.mandatedreporterca.com website. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing 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/inspection-process . Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility representative Ben Pascale. 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.