• 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.

Food Service: The facility provides breakfast, snacks, and lunch. Menu items are posted on centers hallway to the right. LPA observed an appropriate amount of food and snacks inside the kitchen. Cleaning solutions and other chemicals are kept in the cabinet underneath the kitchen sink, and the kitchen is locked and inaccessible to day care children. Sharp knives and sharp utensils are kept out of reach in kitchens top cabinet. LPA observed a refrigerator and freezer temperature log, and allergy list posted on refrigerator and in each classroom. All food was observed to have unexpired expiration dates.

Outdoor play: The facility has one (1) playground area which is divided for infant and pre-school children. Equipment was inspected for health, safety, good repair, hazards, and age appropriateness. The playing area was observed to be free of debris, free from hazard, holes, broken items, and debris. Center utilizes artificial grass and rubber mulch under climbing structures for cushioning. There are two patio overhead canopy shade structures (one in each area). LPA observed an octagon climbing and sliding structure. The area was observed to be free of debris. Outside Drinking water is available in the form of water bottles. There are no bodies of water observed on the premises. There is one (1) large garden planter bed for children to plant. The entire playground is enclosed (chain-link fencing) to protect children and to keep them in the outdoor activity area.

Other: Fire/earthquake drills are current (Fire:4/10/2026, Earthquake:4/23/26). Fire extinguishers 3A40BC (last served 4/16/2026), and smoke detectors in each classroom are operable. Electrical outlets are inaccessible (cover/plugs); there are no recalled or prohibited toys or sleep/play equipment were observed on the premises. There are no window cords accessible to children.

First Aid Kit’s are full and accessible (thermometer, bandages, gauze, scissors/tweezers). LPA observed sign in and out sheets and roster personnel to be current. Per director, transportation is not provided for daycare children.

Posting Requirements: Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty. The parent board was reviewed and has all the required forms posted. The following were observed posted as required: Facility license, Personal Rights (LIC613A), Parent’s Rights Poster (PUB 393L), menus, car seat law (PUB 269), emergency disaster plan, earthquake preparedness checklist.

The director was advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents. The licensee was informed to utilize the Unusual Incident Report/Injury Report LIC624 when submitting the report to the department (email address on the website: www.unusualincidentreport@dss.ca.gov). A report shall be made to the department by telephone or fax during the department's normal business hours before the close of the next working day following the occurrence during the operation of the daycare center. In addition, a written report shall be submitted to the department within seven (7) days following the occurrence of any events specified above.

All staff are required to take 3-hour Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter training (AB1207) every 2 years. Beginning on January 1, 2018, Assembly Bill 1207 (2015) requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors, and employees to complete training as specified in their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. Applicants must meet requirements as a precondition of licensure. New employees shall have 90 days from the date of employment to complete training as required. The training may be conducted at the following website www.mandatedreporterca.com.

The director is aware self, and all staff are mandated child abuse reporters and have the responsibility of reporting any suspected child abuse to the Child Abuse Hotline at (800) 540-4000. For additional information and forms visit our website at: www.cdss.ca.gov

Criminal Record Clearance- CCC - 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.

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 (Interim Licensing Standards) outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information (https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information).

CCC COMPLETED TESTING (6/10/23) WITH NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES

Safe Sleep - CCC LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the facility representative 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 facility representative of the importance of checking for and removing any 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.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS)- CCC Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22- 02-CCP. When IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing 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) or (800) 514- 0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

MyChildCarePlan.org – CCC Facility representative 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.

No deficiencies are being cited in today’s visit. Notice of site visit was given and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days.

Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with site supervisor Karen Mettias, along with a copy of the appeal rights.