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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 243808513
Report Date: 06/24/2025
Date Signed: 06/24/2025 02:42:46 PM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
FRESNO CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME:UC MERCED EARLY CHILDHOOD E.C.FACILITY NUMBER:
243808513
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		WAITE, DANIELLEFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:5200 N. LAKE ROADTELEPHONE:
(209) 228-5437
CITY:MERCEDSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
95343
CAPACITY: 18TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 10CENSUS: 6DATE:
06/24/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
10:00 AM
MET WITH:Danielle WaiteTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:00 PM
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On 6/24/2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Yesenia Fierro conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection for the infant license. LPA met with Director, Danielle Waite and toured the facility indoors and outdoors. LPA observed all required licensing forms, menus and daily schedules to be posted in a visible location for authorized representatives to view them. Sign in/outs were observed to have the full legal signatures and times. Director stated firearms or ammunition are not allowed or stored on the premises.

This facility runs Monday through Friday from 8:00Am-5:00PM. During today’s visit there were 6 day care children present, all children were under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. LPA observed there is a ratio of one teacher supervising no more than four infants in care, capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. This facility has an indoor and outdoor activity space for infants that is physically separate.

During today’s visit LPA observed a complete first aid kit, LPA observed there was adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort for the infants in care. LPA observed a working fire extinguisher, smoke detector, carbon monoxide indicator, that meet statutory requirements.

During today’s inspection LPA observed floors, carpets, materials, and surfaces in the facility are in sanitary conditions. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. LPA observed toilets and handwashing in the operable and sanitary operating condition.

The facility was observed to have age-appropriate toys, toys observed are safe with no sharp points, edges or CON'T 809-C

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Kari McWilliams
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Yesenia Fierro
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/24/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/24/2025
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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California Health & Human Services Agency
California Department of Social Services

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form.

DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies:
  • Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care.
  • Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care.

PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency.

CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given.

CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity.

PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The statement concerning civil penalties serves as a penalty notice on this Licensing Report and failure to correct cited licensing deficiencies will result in civil penalties. Applicants/ licensees are required to pay civil penalties when administrative appeals have been exhausted and in accordance with any payment arrangements made with the licensing agency.

APPEAL RIGHTS The applicant/licensee has a right without prejudice to discuss any disagreement in this report with the licensing agency concerning the proper application of licensing requirements. The applicant/ licensee may request a formal review by the licensing agency to amend or dismiss the notice of deficiency and/ or civil penalty. Requests for review shall be made in writing within 15 business days of receipt of a deficiency notification or civil penalty assessment. Licensing deficiencies may be appealed pursuant to the procedures in the LIC 9058 Applicant/Licensee Rights.

AGENCY REVIEW The licensing agency review of an appeal may be conducted based upon information provided in writing by the applicant/licensee. The applicant/licensee may request an office meeting to provide additional information. The applicant/licensee will be notified in writing of the results of the agency review within 60 business days of the date when all necessary information has been provided to the licensing agency.

EMAIL REQUIREMENT Adult Community Care Facilities, Residential Care Facilities for the Chronically Ill, and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly are required to provide and maintain an active email address of record with the licensing agency.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
FRESNO CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME: UC MERCED EARLY CHILDHOOD E.C.
FACILITY NUMBER: 243808513
VISIT DATE: 06/24/2025
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splinters and are without small parts that can be pulled off and swallowed. Infant changing tables have a padded surface and are covered with washable vinyl or plastic and have raised sides at least three inches high. The facility has sufficient cribs, cots or mats for infant napping. 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.

LPA observed food preparation and storage areas are clean, free of litter/rubbish and free of rodents/vermin. All foods/beverages capable of rapid spoiling are stored in covered containers at 45 (F) degrees or less. Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair. The facility is free of flies, insects, and rodents. The LPA did not observe disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other dangerous items to be accessible to children. No poisons were observed during the inspection. Licensee is aware that poisons are required to be locked and inaccessible to children.

Outdoor playground equipment was observed to be 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, areas around high climbing equipment, swings and slides have cushioning material to absorb falls. There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises.

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, immunizations recorded, individual feeding plan, and Infant Needs and Services Plan. Staff physically checks on sleeping infants every fifteen minutes and documents any signs of distress which includes but is not limited to flushed skin color, increase in body temperature, restlessness, and labored breathing. Documentation for infants up to 12 months includes sleeping position if it is other than on their back. Individual Infant Sleeping Plan is completed and in file for each infant up to 12 months of age. Infants up to 12 months of age are placed on their backs for sleeping.

LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and observed files were complete with health screening, immunization records for influenza, pertussis and measles and current documentation of completed mandated reporter training. Staff records contain documentation of meeting qualification requirements.

CON'T 809-C

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Kari McWilliams
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Yesenia Fierro
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/24/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/24/2025
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
FRESNO CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME: UC MERCED EARLY CHILDHOOD E.C.
FACILITY NUMBER: 243808513
VISIT DATE: 06/24/2025
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This facility does have one person trained in CPR and first aid. LPA reviewed with Director Danielle Waite the Mandated Child Abuse Reporter Training (AB 1207), which all staff have. Director Waite is aware that the Mandated Reporter Training is required to be updated every two years. Information was discussed regarding the AB 1207 and the website to use. Fire drills are conducted and documented with the date, time and how many children present, at least every six months.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) are not currently being provided. Incidental Medical Services (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

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 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.

CCC completed testing and no lead exceedances: 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.

Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. CON'T 809-C

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Kari McWilliams
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Yesenia Fierro
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/24/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/24/2025
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
FRESNO CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME: UC MERCED EARLY CHILDHOOD E.C.
FACILITY NUMBER: 243808513
VISIT DATE: 06/24/2025
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LPA and Director discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to Provider Information Notices (PINs), Quarterly Updates, COVID-19 Information and Resources, Mandated Reporter Training, Safe Sleep in Child Care, Lead Poisoning Facts, Forms and Regulations.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Director Waite 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 Director Waite 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 infants devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process.

Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, of the California Code of Regulations, no deficiencies are cited.

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

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Waite.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Kari McWilliams
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Yesenia Fierro
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/24/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/24/2025
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