The fire clearance was approved on 09/16/2021. Office is upstairs and per the Fire Inspector no children shall have access to the upstairs.

LPAs Lowe and Tuba toured and the on-limits areas and classrooms located at the facility. The facility has a total of 3 classrooms. Children will have access to 4 sinks and 3 toilets.

Classroom measurements taken on 08/25/2021 by LPA Lowe are as follows:

· Room #103 = (23.17 x 5.0) = 115.85, (21.75 x 22.83) = 496.55, -(5.33 x 7.67) = 40.88, - (2.42 x 2.33) = 5.64 115.85 + 496.55 – 40.88 – 5.64 = 565.88

· Room #104 = (22.58 x 17.58) = 396.96, (24.05 x 5.50) = 132.28, - (7.67 x 5.33) = 40.88 396.96 + 132.28 – 40.88 = 488.36

· Room #105 = (23.17 x 24.50) = 567.67, - (1.33 x 3.92) = 5.21

567.67 – 5.21 = 562.46

Total indoor activity space is 565.88 + 488.36 + 562.46 = 1616.70 divided by 35 sq feet = 46 children.

On 10/18/2021 LPAs did not observe there to be any changes to the classrooms from the 08/25/2021 visit. Measurements taken on 08/25/2021 will be used for this visit.

Outdoor area measured with artificial grass area and asphalt area enclosed by gate to prevent drive through traffic. (96.75 x 50.17) = 4,853.95 – (12.17 x 1.42) = 17.28. 4,853.95 – 17.28 = 4,836.67 divided by 75 sq feet = 64 children.

On 10/18/2021 LPAs did not observe there to be any changes to the outdoor area from the 08/25/2021 visit. Measurements taken on 08/25/2021 will be used for this visit.

Indoor/Children’s Area:

All outdoor and indoor passageways, stairways, inclines, ramps, open porches and other areas of potential hazard were observed to be free of obstruction. The child care center was observed be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. Floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean. LPAs advised a comfortable temperature for children shall be maintained at all times. Furniture and equipment were observed to be maintained in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Tables and chairs were observed to be meet the needs of the children. All play equipment and materials used by children were observed to be age-appropriate. The licensee shall ensure that each child has an individual permanent or portable storage space for his/her clothing, personal belongings and/or bedding. All materials and surfaces accessible to children, including toys, were observed to be free of toxic substances.

Drinking water from a noncontaminating fixture or container shall be readily available both indoors and in the outdoor activity area. Water pitcher was observed in each room. The Licensee stated the measures to keep the center free of flies, other insects, and rodents will be through cleaning daily. Licensee will reach out to pest control service if needed. LPAs observed all classroom containers used for storage of solid wastes, including moveable bins, shall have a tightfitting cover that is kept on; shall be in good repair; and shall be leakproof and rodent-proof. LPAs observed two bathroom trash cans with no lid. Fireplaces and open-faced heaters shall be made inaccessible to children to ensure children's safety. LPAs observed wall heater with metal mesh cover in the classrooms. All window screens shall be in good repair and free of insects, dirt and debris.

Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children. Storage areas for poisons shall be locked. The

A center shall be equipped to isolate and care for any child who becomes ill during the day. The isolation area is located in the Church’s Social Hall. Licensee acknowledged the Church will not use the social hall during child care hours. The social hall was observed to be equipped with a child’s cot. LPAs advised the isolation area shall not be located in the kitchen area or the general-use toilet area.

Social Hall was observed to be a large open space room, isolation area is located near the side door closer to the preschool classrooms. Social Hall was observed with a kitchen area, LPAs advised the door to the kitchen area will need to be closed and made inaccessible to children. The social hall also was observed to have two wall heaters that will require a barrier.

LPAs Lowe and Tuba observed a carbon monoxide detector and smoke detector in each room. LPAs tested both carbon monoxide and smoke detectors and LPAs Lowe and Tuba were able to hear the test showing devices are in good working condition. Licensee stated they do not have a land line phone at the facility, but that they have a cell phone designated for just facility use that stays at the facility.

LIcensee stated they will use an electric sign in and out system. LPAs advised in addition to the sign-in procedure requirement of Section 101226.1(b), the licensee shall develop, maintain, and implement a written procedure to sign the child in/out of the child care center that shall, at a minimum, include the following: The licensee shall be responsible for ensuring that children with obvious symptoms of illness including, but not limited to, fever or vomiting, are not accepted.

LPAs advised smoking is prohibited on the premises of a child care center as specified in Health and Safety Code Section 1596.795(b).

LPAs advised a baby walker shall not be allowed on the premises of a child care center in accordance with Health and Safety Code Sections 1596.846(b) and (c).

There shall be at least 35 square feet of indoor activity space per child based on the total licensed capacity.

Based on the total licensed capacity, one toilet and one handwashing fixture shall be maintained for every 15 children, or fraction thereof.

Cots used for napping shall be maintained in a safe condition. Covered with vinyl or similar material that can be wiped. Cots were observed with legs to show floor side. Licensee stated cots will be wiped with a detergent/disinfectant weekly or when soiled or wet. Cots were observed to be in safe condition.

Each cot shall be equipped with a sheet to cover the cot and, depending on the weather, a sheet and/or blanket to cover the child. Licensee stated families will provide the sheets and blankets and they will be sent home weekly for cleaning.

The licensee shall provide a variety of age-appropriate equipment, toys and materials in good condition and in sufficient quantity to allow children present to fully participate in planned activities.

Restrooms:

All toilets, handwashing and bathing facilities were observed to be maintained in safe and sanitary operating condition. Additional equipment, aids and/or conveniences shall be provided as needed in centers that serve children with physical disabilities.

LPAs advised hot water temperature controls shall be maintained to automatically regulate temperature of hot water delivered to plumbing fixtures used by children to attain a hot water temperature of not less than 105 degrees F (40.5 degrees C) and not more than 120 degrees F (48.8 degrees C). Notwithstanding (e) and (e)(1) above, handwashing fixtures shall not be required to deliver hot water.

Licensee stated the adult bathroom in the social hall will be designated for use by children who are ill, for use by staff, and for emergency use. LPAs observed the bathroom to be single use, with one toilet and one sink. LPAs Lowe and Tuba observed it to be located in the social hall.

Paper towels were observed in the restrooms, LPAs Lowe and Tuba advised common towels or washcloths are prohibited.

Outdoor:

LPAs Lowe and Tuba observed two shade structures that provide a shaded area for the children on the artificial grass area. Free of hazards including, but not limited to, holes, broken glass and other debris, and dry grasses that pose a fire hazard. As a condition of licensure, the areas around and under high climbing

Sandboxes shall be inspected daily and kept free of hazardous foreign materials.

The playground shall be enclosed by a fence to protect children and to keep them in the outdoor activity area. The fence shall be at least four feet high. Part of playground was observed in parking area. Facility has chain link gate with wheels to enclose outdoor area and make inaccessible to drive through traffic from parking lot. Licensee has signs on the gate advising the gate needs to remain closed and inaccessible to drive through traffic during operating hours of 7:30 am to 6:00 pm Monday – Friday.

LPAs advised any construction or equipment that could pose a hazard in the outdoor activity area shall be made inaccessible to children in care. This shall include, but not be limited to, incinerators, air- conditioning equipment, water heaters, and fuse boxes.

No bodies of water were observed at facility.

There shall be at least 75 square feet per child of outdoor activity space based on the total licensed capacity.

Health Related Services:

LPAs Lowe and Tuba advised medications shall be kept in a safe place inaccessible to children. A refrigerator shall be used to store any medication that requires refrigeration. Refrigerator was observed in room 103. Licensee stated only emergency medication like epi pens and inhalers will be allowed at facility.

LPAs Lowe and Tuba advised the licensee shall develop and implement a written plan to record the administration of prescription and nonprescription medications and to inform the child's authorized representative daily when such medications have been given.

Food Service:

LPAs Lowe and Tuba advised all food shall be safe and of the quality and in the quantity necessary to meet the needs of the children. Each meal shall include, at a minimum, the amount of food components as specified by Title 7, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 226.20, (Revised January 1, 1990) Requirements for Meals, for the age group served. All food shall be selected, stored, prepared and served in a safe and

All foods or beverages capable of supporting the rapid and progressive growth of microorganisms that can cause food infections or food intoxications shall be stored in covered containers at 45 degrees F (7.2 degrees C) or less.

Pesticides and other similar toxic substances shall not be stored in food storerooms, kitchen areas, food-preparation areas, or areas where kitchen equipment or utensils are stored.

Soaps, detergents, cleaning compounds or similar substances shall be stored in areas separate from food supplies.

All kitchen, food-preparation and storage areas shall be kept clean and free of litter and rubbish; and measures shall be taken to keep all such areas free of rodents and other vermin.

The food-preparation area shall not be used for: Children's play activities, unless such activities are part of a supervised food-education program. Full-day programs shall offer a midmorning and a midafternoon snack.

Licensee stated program will offer midmorning and a midafternoon snack. Children will bring own lunch from home. LPAs Lowe and Tuba advised half-day programs shall offer a midmorning or midafternoon snack.

Postings:

LPAs Lowe and Tuba advised the license shall be posted in a prominent, publicly accessible location in the center.

LPAs observed a copy of the LIC 613A (9/96) in a prominent location within each classroom.

LPAs observed PUB 393 (8/02), Child Care Center Notification of Parents' Rights Poster,

LPAs advised menus shall be in writing and shall be posted at least one week in advance in an area accessible for review by the child's authorized representative. Copies of the menus as served shall be dated and kept on file for at least 30 days. Menus shall be made available for review by the child's authorized representative and the Department upon request. The licensee shall post signs at the entrance to the child care center that provide the telephone number of the local health department and information on child passenger restraint systems pursuant to Health and Safety Code section 1596.95(g) and Vehicle Code sections 27360 and 27360.5 FORM: LIC 610

The following was discussed:

Criminal Record Statement

Licensee 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.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed.

Mandated Reporter: Beginning on January 1, 2018, AB 1207, requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. Volunteers are encouraged but not required to take the training.

· Children’s bathrooms trash lids are needed

· Social Hall – 2 wall heaters need barricades

· Social Hall – kitchen door needs to be made inaccessible to children (door does not close all the way)

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

An exit interview was conducted with the above items discussed and a copy of this report was provided to the Licensee. Final license determination will be made upon review by the Licensing Program Manager and correction of the above issues. Applicant to correct items by 11/01/2021.