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32 | Storage for children's belongings was inspected. Children bring their blankets and sheets on Monday. On Friday's it is returned back to the Parents. First Aid kits were located in each classroom and stocked. One First Aid Kit was missing a pair of tweezers. Outdoor area observed to be fenced. Outdoor areas have a green environmental screen around the fence. There is a large tree that provides adequate shading for children in care. Climbing structure, slides and apparatus equipment securely anchored and has cushioned with material that absorbs falls zone. Bikes were observed in good condition. LPA observed other educational materials were available for children to utilize. Play area observed free of miscellaneous debris or hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water.Licensee shared how the children are supervised Children’s roster was reviewed. LPA observed in the kitchen Snacks were checked for availability, quantity, and appropriateness to children in care. The facility provides breakfast, lunch , and snack. Currently there are children with allergies. In each classroom there is an allergy chart posted. The isolation area is located in the office. LPA reminded that it is the facility responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. Site supervisor was advised on how to access quarterly reports, forms, and regulations for Child Care online at www.cdss.ca.gov. LPA also advised to read the Child Care quarterly updates every season as the come out to stay informed of any changes or updates to the regulations. LPA informed the Child Care Advocate Program (CCAP) provide many other helpful resources to the licensees and the public. Facility may also register on CCAP website for the new quarterly report to be notified. CCAP’s direct contact information is as followed: Phone number: (916) 654-1541 Email Address.
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.
Ana 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
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. |