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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kaur met with Principal Sara Leieert and Teacher Winired Richardson, for a random annual inspection. Purpose of the inspection was explained. Present, there are 16 children with 5 teachers. Facility is operating within the capacity and in compliance with staff child ratio on this day. Facility operate day care from Monday to Friday between 08:30 AM to 2:30 PM.
With teacher Winnie Richardson, LPA inspected the day care classrooms and play yard. There is a Pre-K program and a Special Ed program operates in room 110 and 106 in John Muir Ecia Elementary School. There are no pools, spas or other bodies of water at the facility. Facility has multiple smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors and fully charged fire extinguishers on site. Facility has working telephone at the site. All of the cleaning solutions, poisons and other chemicals that are dangerous to the children are stored in high cabinets and are inaccessible to the children. Facility has age appropriate furniture. Furniture is in good repair. All toilets, and hand washing facilities are in working condition with proper sanitation in place. Drinking water is available through faucets in classrooms and in the playground. Facility has first aid supplies available and were inspected. Per teacher, facility provides breakfast, lunch and snacks. All of the unused electrical outlets have child protective covers installed. Play yard is free of hazards. All of the play structures are steady, and in good repair and free of any loose parts. There is rubbered mat under the play structures. The outdoor play area was completely fenced. Documentation of emergency drills was logged and conducted once every six months. The latest drill was conducted in 01/25/20. Per teacher, there was no child on special medication. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed.
At 9:35 AM, LPA reviewed the facility records. LPA observed that facility has sign in / out sheet. Facility has all of the required documents posted and visible for the public. LPA reviewed 10 random children's and all staff's files. LPA observed facility has record of names, addresses and telephone numbers of each child's authorized representative. Facility has record of immunization of each child attending child care. LPA also obtained a copy of the roster from licensee during inspection. LPA observed facility has record of staff’s immunization on file. Multiple staff members have record of valid CPR cards on file. LPA reviewed the educational qualification of all teachers.
LPA reviewed AB 1207 with the director. Director is aware that as of January 1, 2018 all staff is required to complete Mandated Reporter Training every two years. The training can be obtained online at www.mandatedreporterca.com.
LPA discussed the effects of lead exposure with the director and a handout was provided. LPA encourages the director to frequently visit our website at www.ccld.ca.gov for licensing regulations and new updates. Licensee can also email at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov and ask to be added to the email list for the updates.
No deficiencies are cited today. The copy of this report is reviewed and provided to the director. Notice of site visit is posted and shall remain posted for next 30 days.
Director, was advised any additional questions to call Office, M-F, 8am-5pm, 650-266-8800 or 1-844-538-8766. Website: www.cdss.ca.gov |