A health and safety inspection was conducted in the classrooms, restrooms, food service areas, and outdoor play areas. LPA observed the following documents are posted: License, Emergency Disaster Plan, Personal Rights, Parents' Rights Poster, required publications, menus, and daily schedules. Cleaning disinfectants and hazardous items are appropriately stored and inaccessible to children. Medications are stored out of reach and inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, and toileting facilities are in sanitary, and operating condition. Bins for solid waste have tight fitting lids. The floors appeared clean throughout the facility. LPA observed smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. LPA observed nap equipment to be stored appropriately with bedding separated.

Children have access to water indoors and outdoors using water bottles. Facility has conducted the required lead testing for consumable water sources. Playground equipment and surfaces are free of loose or sharp parts, and facility has a waiver on file to use the Kindergarten playground. A schedule is posted for separate age groups use of the playground. LPA observed sufficient cushioning of bark and grass. Outdoor shade is provided by trees. There are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises. Site Supervisor stated there are no poisons on the premises.

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Facility had a current roster, and record of conducting fire drills at least every six months. Per record the last fire drill was conducted in March 2023. Children are signed in and out of the facility using a digital application.

A sample of 5 children's records were reviewed. Each child's file contained an emergency card, consent for emergency medical treatment, health history, a record of immunization’s and notifications of children’s and parent’s rights. LPA provided the Community Care Licensing’s website www.ccld.ca.gov, so the representative can obtain updated licensing information, new regulations and access forms. LPA advised representative of their responsibility to stay current in regards to new regulations.

Facility representative 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 presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

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 Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226.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

LPA discussed Assembly Bill 2370, which will require licensed Child Care facilities to test their water for excessive amounts of lead. Testing will be required beginning January 1st, 2020 to January 1st, 2023 and must be conducted every five years from initial testing.

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NO TITLE 22 DEFICIENCIES CITED TODAY. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the Site Supervisor Reena Sharma. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Appeal rights were provided and reviewed.