All poisons are stored in a locked area, and none were observed during the inspection. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medications, and other hazardous items are kept inaccessible to children.

There is an indoor, in-ground swimming pool located in a separate back room. The room is used for storage, and LPA observed that the pool contained no water. The door to the pool room is kept locked, and children have no access. During the inspection, LPA observed health department documentation confirming the pool is not in use, with approval valid through February 2027. No firearms or ammunition are allowed or stored on the premises.

Furniture and equipment are in good condition and free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Playground equipment is maintained in safe condition. In the infant outdoor area, LPA observed no high climbing equipment, slides, or swings. The outdoor footprint is covered with cushioning material; however, one section is weathered, leaving a small area of raised concrete not fully covered. This uneven surface may make it difficult for infants who are learning to walk to navigate the area smoothly. Technical assistance was provided to Director Lindsi Pipkin to address and level this section to maintain an even walking surface and to prevent potential future citations. The remaining outdoor surface appeared appropriately maintained. All toilets and handwashing fixtures are in safe, sanitary operating condition. The facility has functioning carbon...

• Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care.

• Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care.

Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. At least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid is present when children are at the facility or at off-site activities. The name of the child care center director or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director’s absence has been reported to the Department. All children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. Facility meets teacher-child ratios. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete with contact information for authorized representatives and/or relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child, and medical assessments. Infant files reviewed include the Infant Needs and Services Plan and the Individual Infant Sleeping Plan. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and observed files were complete with health screenings, immunization records for influenza, pertussis, and measles, and current documentation of completed mandated reporter training. Staff providing care to infants meet the education requirements.

LPA discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov, which provides access to resources such as forms, regulations, Provider Information Notices (PINs), and Quarterly Updates.

LPA discussed Reporting Requirements as outlined in the regulations (Section 101212).

Director Lindsi Pipkin 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 per day for a maximum of 5 days, or for a maximum of 30 days for repeat violations, will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

LPA discussed Safe Sleep regulations with Director Lindsi Pipkin and referenced the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also reminded Director Lindsi Pipkin of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended registering all infant devices to receive recall notifications.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information, see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following ADA information was provided: U.S. Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY), and the publication “Commonly Asked Questions About Child Care Centers and the ADA” available at https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

Director Lindsi Pipkin was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website, a consumer education tool that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey to share your inspection experience. For questions regarding the process or CARE tools, email inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For additional information about the inspection, tools, and methods, visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process.

An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with Director Lindsi Pipkin. Appeal rights were provided. Per Title 22, Division 12, of the California Code of Regulations, no deficiencies are cited. This report shall be made available to the public upon request. LIC 9213 Notice of Site Visit was provided and must be posted for 30 days.