LPA checked the facility RECORDS and they show all individuals subject to criminal record review have a clearance or exemption and have been associated to the facility. LPA conducted a census of the children and the census matches the children signed in on the sign in sheet. LPA reviewed one (1) children's file around 11:30 AM anf one (1) staff file. All children files contains Personal Rights, Medical Consent forms, and Identification & Emergency Information and the staff file has the required Employee Rights and Health Screening form. LPA reviewed the facility roster and obtained a copy. At least one opening/ closing staff member has a current CPR & First Aid Certificate.

The one (1) classroom was inspected around 11:15 AM and teacher-child ratio was observed. There are adequate play and learning materials available. The floors, furniture, and equipment are age appropriate and in good repair. There is adequate heating/air conditioning, ventilation and lighting. Drinking water is available inside and outside of the center. There is proper individual storage space for each child. The isolation area for sick children is next to the director's desk, away from other children in care. The center has a wired smoke detectors, a carbon monoxide detector, working telephone, pull down fire alarm system, and two (2) fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguishers which meets standards established by the State Fire Marshal. Disaster drills are being conducted at least once every 6 months and the last one conducted was on 01/17/24. All required documents are posted in a public accessible area.

The outdoor area has multiple play structures with slides that has cushioning to absorb falls. There's an outdoor playground and large blacktop area for children to use their large motor skills. There are trees that provides shade to children while at play and the staff brings the children’s water bottles and cups to keep the children hydrated. The play equipment is age appropriate and in good repair.

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The 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.

The 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.

There are no deficiencies cited today. 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 Sangita Shah.