LPA observed the rooms used for child care to be clean, organized and free of toxins. Each room is equipped with age-appropriate furniture and toys. There is ample storage space in the classroom and cubbies for children’s personal effects. Each room has an operable mini refrigerator as well as parent boards containing required licensing documentation. LPA observed carbon monoxide detectors in each room of the CCC. At 12:45 PM, a carbon monoxide detector was tested and found to be operable. There are two separate restrooms available to children containing six toilets and 4 sinks. The restrooms are sanitary and free of toxins and hazards.

In addition to the mini refrigerators in the rooms, the CCC has one large operable refrigerator in the CCC's kitchen. Administrator informed LPA lunches and snacks for children in care are provided by parents. Administrator noted lunches are checked by CCC staff members to ensure food brought from home contain healthy choices from the essential food groups. The CCC provides filtered water for the children inside the CCC and in the outside play area.

The outdoor play area is completely enclosed by wrought iron fencing and has varied footing. LPA observed play structures in the outdoor play area to be age appropriate and free of hazards and sharp points. The fall zones around the play structures have appropriate cushioning in the form of rubber matting. LPA observed ample shade in the outdoor play area which is provided by trees and shade sails. LPA notes the CCC has a Waiver from the Department for the staggered use of the outdoor playground area. LPA observed no bodies of water on site. Administrator was reminded to replace toys and play equipment which is degraded or is not in good repair.

The CCC electronically signs children in and out of the CCC. LPA reviewed the Sign In/Out system printouts which contain the arrival and departure times of children as well as electronic signatures of authorized representatives.

A sampling of staff and children's records were reviewed. The children’s records were complete and found to contain emergency contact information as well as immunization records. Staff records were reviewed and are current with Pediatric First Aid/CPR (EMSA Approved) and Mandated Reporter Training certifications, as well as documentation supporting qualifications and experience.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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 are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

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

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No deficiencies were cited during today’s inspection. A Notice of Site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility Representative Kimberley Love.