The facility was toured inside and out for a health and safety inspection. LPA checked the facility RECORDS and they show all individuals subject to criminal record review have a clearance or exemption and have been associated to the facility. LPA conducted a census of the children and the census matches the children signed in on the sign in sheet. LPA reviewed three (3) children's files and two (2) staff files around 9:30 AM. All staff files have required Health Screening, and Employee Rights and all children files contains Personal Rights, Parent's Right, and Identification & Emergency Information.

The classrooms were inspected around 8:45 AM and teacher child ratio was observed. The facility representative confirmed that the isolation area for sick children is the director's office, away from other children in care. LPA's inspected the furniture, floors, and carpets and they were in good repair. The children’s equipment, play and leaning materials are adequate and available. Each child has their own individual space for storage and drinking water is available inside and outside. The center has wired smoke detectors, pull down fire alarm system, first aid kits, and multiple fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguishers which meets standards established by the State Fire Marshal. Disaster drills are being conducted at least once every 6 months and the last one conducted was on 05/13/2024. All required documents are posted in a public accessible area.

LPA reviewed the facility roster and obtained a copy. At least one opening/ closing staff member has a current CPR & First Aid Certificate. Mandated Reporter Training was discussed, and certificates were reviewed.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/.

LPA was informed by the facility representative that the parents provide snacks and meals for their own children and the kitchen area that's off limits to children in care. The kitchen area has a refrigerator that's kept clean a free of rodents and trash and has a lock on the door. Pesticides and other similar toxic substances are not stored in cabinets that contains food and areas where kitchen utensils and equipment are stored. All storage containers for solid waste have tight fitting covers that are in good repair.

The outdoor play area is fully fenced with multiple play structures with cushioning underneath to absorb children falls. There's a slide and swing set that's anchored to the ground and are multiple canopies that provides shade to children while at play. The staff brings the children's individual water bottles to the playground to keep the children hydrated. The play equipment is age appropriate and in good repair. There's a locked shed with equipment that's off limits to children in care on the side of the yard.

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The facility representative 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 5 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.

The facility representative 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.

There are no deficiencies cited today. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Emily Roesler.