LPA Herrera observed all required licensing forms to be posted in a visible location for authorized representatives to view them. All children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. LPA Herrera observed an electronic sign in/out system for the usage of parents and/or authorized representatives in the classroom. The electronic sign in/out system documented a full legal signature and a record of the time of day. There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises. There are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. The LPA did not observe disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other dangerous items to be accessible to children. There were no poisons observed on the premises accessible to children. Licensee is aware that poisons are required to be locked and inaccessible to children.

During the inspection, LPA observed furniture and equipment that are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. The facility has sufficient age-appropriate furniture, and equipment. Playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA observed adequate cushioning underneath the play structure and landing of the slides to absorb falls. LPA advised Director Nelson to have the staff conduct frequent safety inspections of the outdoor play structure and to check for any loose parts, cracks, and hazards. The Director is aware of child safety around the play structure and assumes all responsibility. The Director understands that children must be always supervised while using the play structure.

To be continued on 809-C.

The facility is free of flies, insects, and rodents. The facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors that meet the statutory requirements. There is a working fire extinguisher and adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. Fire drills are conducted and documented with the date, time and how many children present, every six months.

The name of the childcare center director or fully-qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director’s absence has will be reported to the Department. All children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. There is a ratio of one teacher supervising no more than four infants in care.

Each crib, mat or cot is occupied by only one infant at time and cribs are kept free from all loose articles including blankets and pillows and there are no objects hanging above or attached to the crib. Infants are not swaddled while in care. Director Nelson stated that staff physically check on infants every fifteen minutes and document any sign of distress, which includes but is not limited to flushed skin color, increase in body temperature, restlessness, and labored breathing on a sleeping log. During file review LPA Herrera was able to observe 15-minute sleeping logs and individual infant sleeping plans for infants in care who are 12 months or younger.

At least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid is present when children are at the facility or at offsite activities. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete with contact information for authorized representative and or relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child, medical assessment, individual feeding plan, and Infant Needs and Services Plan. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files which were complete with Mandated Reporter Training for Child Care Providers AB1207. Staff files did have health screening, immunization records for influenza, pertussis, and measles. Staff records contain documentation of meeting qualification requirements. To be continued on 809-C.

LPA discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to resources such as forms, regulations Provider Information Notices (PINs), and Quarterly Updates.

LPA discussed Reporting Requirements as outlined in the regulations (Section 101212).

Prior to working or volunteering in a licensed childcare facility, all individuals subject to a criminal record review have received a criminal record clearance or exemption. Upon notification from the Department, the licensee will comply and act immediately to terminate the employment of, remove from the facility or bar from entering the facility for any person it is deemed necessary while the Department considers granting or denying an exemption. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained.

Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For childcare center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1- CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance with the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA referred Director Nelson to the Department website for lead: www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information.

LPA discussed safe sleep regulations with Director Nelson and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/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. To be continued on 809-C.

Director Nelson was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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 Director Beth Nelson. Appeal rights were provided. Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, of the California Code of Regulations, there are no deficiencies being cited during today’s inspection. This report shall be made available to the public upon request. LIC 9213 Notice of Site Visit is provided and required to be posted for 30 days.