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25 | On 10/12/2022 at 8:40AM., Licensing Program Analyst, Luis J. Gomez met with Staff, Karen Zepeda. Purpose of the inspection was explained and was for an Unannounced Annual/ Random inspection. Program is a Infant Center with Toddler Component. Director, Patricia Bacerra arrived during inspection. Present were and 4 staff supervising 11 children. LPA reminded director to ensure all children are signed-in by authorized representatives. Advisory Note: Technical Assistance (LIC9102TA) was issued during inspection. Staff have their criminal record clearance of file. Infant program utilizes two classrooms: Infant Room, (0- 2 years old); Toddler Room (2- 3 years old); and one outdoor play space. Shared space waiver was observed posted in facility. Hours of operation are Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:30pm. Program operates year-round. LPA inspected facility, indoors and outdoors, for health and safety hazards.
At 8:55AM., LPA observed the following: Infant and Toddler classrooms was clean, organized with age-appropriate toy and playthings available for the children. Floors and ground surfaces were free of hazards or obstructions. Infant classroom had been separated into several activity areas which include: Recreation and Napping Area.
At 9:00AM., Based on observations and record review conducted, LPA confirmed infant classroom was not in proper teacher- child ratio, with no qualified teacher present. Per director, qualified infant teacher has recently resigned.
Classroom had individualized storage cubbies for children’s belongings. Classrooms were equipped with diaper changing table within arm’s reach of a sink.
LPA reminded director to ensure potty training chairs and children’s sink are within proximity of the outdoor activity space. Food preparation area is located separate, with a refrigerator. Children’s milk and food items inspected had been properly stored. For napping services, each infant in care had their own labeled crib/ cot. Cribs are equipped with tight-fitting sheet and proper sized mattress. Infant cribs are transparent on all sides, allowing for constant staff supervision. Per director, napping linins in cribs are changed daily, and blankets are washed weekly.
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