304370227-5-27-2022-06-CC-MQUO-CETUM7-20220527154153

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 304370227
Report Date: 05/27/2022
Date Signed: 05/27/2022 03:42:00 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 05/27/2022 03:42 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868

FACILITY NAME:	STEPPING STONES LEARNING CENTER AND INFANT CARE		FACILITY NUMBER:	304370227
ADMINISTRATOR:	SMITH, CHARITY		FACILITY TYPE:	830
ADDRESS:	4460 LINCOLN AVE. #5		TELEPHONE:	(714) 826-2311
CITY:	CYPRESS	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90630
CAPACITY:	20	CENSUS: 16	DATE:	05/27/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	02:45 PM
MET WITH:	Charity Smith, Director		TIME COMPLETED:	04:00 PM

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	Licensing Program Analyst S(LPAS), Mila Quinto and Patricia Duron conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual Random. LPAs toured the facility inside and outside and the floor and yard plan (LIC 999) were verified. Census was taken and the overall census were 16 infant children and 4 staff. Due to COVID 19 guidelines, LPAs observed staff and children following CDC and Dept of Public Health Guidelines. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. Facility hours are 6:30a.m.- 6p.m., Monday through Friday. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. During the inspection of the indoor activity space, items which could pose a danger to children (detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications) were observed to be stored out of the reach of children. Poisons/Hazardous Items are not kept on the premises. Food is provided by parents for infants under 12 months and facility provide lunch for 12 months and older through catering service. Snacks are properly stored. Menus were posted where they could be reviewed by parents. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and were observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. There is drinking water available to children indoors by cups and pitcher, or baby bottles. Children nap on cribs and bedding is stored individually and is taken home weekly to be washed by parents at end of week. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher. Facility met all posting requirement. The California Child Passenger Safety Law was posted by the entrance of the facility

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Patricia Magana	TELEPHONE: (714) 743-5149
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mila Quinto	TELEPHONE: (714) 293-6471
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/27/2022

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/27/2022

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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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
CCLD Regional Office, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868

FACILITY NAME: STEPPING STONES LEARNING CENTER AND INFANT CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 304370227
	VISIT DATE: 05/27/2022

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Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date, 4 staff files were reviewed. Health screening and immunizations as required were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family day care home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for all staff were reviewed and within compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporting training, and to renew the training every two years. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 3/12/2024.

Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. A random sample of 6 children's files were reviewed for documentation. LPA observed 2 infants from 0-12 months. LPA observed and reviewed LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping Plan in children’s files. In the areas reviewed the children’s files were found to be in full compliance. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. The person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the timeof the day.

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

The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. The playground was enclosed by a fence at least four feet in height. The surface of the outdoor activity space was well maintained and free of hazards. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by baby bottles or cups and pitchers. The outdoor equipment
and toys were in good repair and free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. The facility grounds were safe, sanitary and in good repair.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Patricia Magana	TELEPHONE: (714) 743-5149
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mila Quinto	TELEPHONE: (714) 293-6471
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/27/2022

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/27/2022

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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
CCLD Regional Office, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868

FACILITY NAME: STEPPING STONES LEARNING CENTER AND INFANT CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 304370227
	VISIT DATE: 05/27/2022

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Director 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 present in the Child Care Center. A civil penalty of #100.00 minimum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
The Director was informed of the Important Updates available at www.ccld.ca.gov and may request to be added to an email list to receive Community Care Licensing Important Notifications from the above website and selecting Receive Important Updates link

Information on the additional nutrition training, immunization requirements for children, and Health Schools Act (http://www.cdpr.ca.gov/docs/pestmgt/schoolipm.htm) were provided. The Director was informed, and website given, about the California Child Care Disaster Plan has been posted to the UCSF California Childcare Health Program website: cchp.ucsf.edu/content/disaster-preparedness Also provided was information about the E-Learning Modules available at https://ccld.childcarevideos.org A copy of the California Department of Social Services Lead Information Brochure was explained and provided to the facility representative. A copy of the 2016 “A Child Care Providers Guild to Safe Sleep” was provided to the Director.
English: https//www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/SIDS/Documents/SIDSchildcaresafesleep.pdf
AAP: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/sleep/Pages/A-Parents-Guide-to-Safe-Sleep.aspx
NIH: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/safesleepbasics/environment/room/text_alternative
Safe to Sleep Campaign: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/materials
· Always place infants on their backs for sleeping
· Use only a tight-fitting sheet on the crib or play yard mattress
· Do not hang any items from the crib or above the crib
· Keep all items, including blankets, out of the crib or play yard
· Pacifiers may be used as long as they do not have items attached to them
· Infants should not be swaddled or have any items covering them while sleeping
· The temperature of the room should be comfortable enough for an adult to wear a t-shirt and not be too hot or too cold

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Patricia Magana	TELEPHONE: (714) 743-5149
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mila Quinto	TELEPHONE: (714) 293-6471
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/27/2022

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/27/2022

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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
CCLD Regional Office, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868

FACILITY NAME: STEPPING STONES LEARNING CENTER AND INFANT CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 304370227
	VISIT DATE: 05/27/2022

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In the areas that were evaluated, no deficiencies were observed of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 at the time of the visit.

An Inspection and exit interview was completed with Director. The report was reviewed and discussed. Appeal Rights and deficiencies were discussed. The facility representative was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days.

The facility representative was informed that the “Notice of Site Visit” must be posted for 30 consecutive days. The “Notice of Site Visit” must be posted on or adjacent to the door. Failure to post will result in Civil Penalties of $100.00.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Patricia Magana	TELEPHONE: (714) 743-5149
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mila Quinto	TELEPHONE: (714) 293-6471
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/27/2022

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/27/2022

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