Routine inspection·August 15, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Erwin Tjhia met with the Director, Megan Derouchey for the purpose of an unannounced Annual inspection. Facility days and hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 7:00 AM to 6.00 PM. There were 9 children present with 4 staff during today's inspection. The director 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 toured the facility inside and out. LPA reviewed staffing ratios, first aid supplies, furniture, equipment, fire drills and drinking water. LPA observed that hazardous items (disinfectants, cleaning solutions etc.) were inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed all required forms to be posted. LPA observed 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 (sand) under the play structure. LPA reviewed the sign in/out book and observed that the children are properly signed in/out. LPA reviewed children\342\200\231s and staff files. LPA observed complete immunization record for staffs. At least one staff member present today has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid (exp. 10/2024). LPA observed current AB1207 Mandated Reporter training certificates on the staff folder. The Director was reminded to renew the course every 2 years through www.mandatedreporterca.com website. LPA did not observed any immunization records on children files. Report Continue on 809-C LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. In addition, LPA discussed the infant sleep regulations with licensee. LPA observed 15 min infant napping logs for infants 24 months and under. LPA did not observed LIC 9227 Individual Sleeping Plan for infants per safe sleep regulations. LPA provided the LIC 9227 Individual Sleeping Plan for infants during today's inspection. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. Facility does not provide IMS service. 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/inspection-process . This facility evaluation report was reviewed and discussed with Director. Two Type B citations was issued on the following LIC809D. A Notice of Site Visit was provided and should remain posted for a period of 30 days for parental review. Director was encouraged to the visit the Department's website at WWW.CDSS.CA.GOV for information regarding child care updates, forms, regulations and legislation pertaining child care centers. An exit interview was conducted and appeal rights were provided and explained.