Routine inspection·June 17, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Erwin Tjhia met with Director, Patricia Barragan for the purpose of an unannounced Annual inspection. Facility days and hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 5:30 a.m. to 06:30 p.m. Facility provides breakfast, lunch and snack. There were 9 children present during today's inspection. All individuals subject to a criminal record review have obtained a criminal record clearance. Director 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 five 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. LPA toured the facility inside and out. LPA observed that hazardous items (disinfectants, cleaning solutions etc.) were inaccessible to children in care. LPA reviewed care and supervision of children, staffing ratios, medications and first aid supplies, furniture, equipment, fire drills and drinking water. LPA observed all required forms to be posted. There were cots available for each infant over 12 months old. There are needs and services plans for each infant enrolled. LPA observed a changing table within arm's reach of the sink. There are adequate toys and equipment available for children. Outdoor play area was toured, the play structure for the toddlers appeared to be in good repair. There are no bodies of water on the premises. There are shaded areas supplied by trees and canopies. LPA reviewed the sign in/out book and observed that the children are properly signed in. Report Continue on 809-C Facility's director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. LPA reviewed children’s and staff files. LPA observed health screening reports with TB test and required MMR and TDAP vaccines for all staff members. The Director was reminded that CPR will need to be renewed every two years. At least one staff member present today has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid (exp. 06/2025). LPA observed AB1207 mandated reporter training for all staff. Director was reminded to renew the course every 2 years through www.mandatedreporterca.com website. 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 the director 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 observed 15 min infant napping logs for infants 24 months and under. LPA observed a copy of LIC 9227 Individual Sleeping Plan for infants during today's inspection, per safe sleep regulations. The facility did not provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS) and the 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 Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director. 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