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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jennifer Velasco met with Director Shannon Flanigan (Director) for an unannounced annual inspection of this preschool facility. LPA toured the facility, including all activity and classroom spaces, restrooms, and outdoor play area. Director was reminded never to exceed the conditions, limitations and capacity specified on the license. Director 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/day for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Facility hours of operation are Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9:00AM to 12:00 Noon.
Classrooms observed are in good repair and free of hazards with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. The facility has equipment and age-appropriate materials for children. Chemicals were kept inaccessible to children. Playground equipment and surfaces were inspected and are in good condition with enough resilient material under climbing structures to absorb a fall. Uncontaminated drinking water was readily available to children both indoors and outdoors. Bathrooms were sanitary, sinks and toilets were in operating condition. There are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises and the facility has at least one functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detector. LPA observed all required licensing documentation was posted for parental review. LPA observed that parents are signing their children in and out of the center.
LPA reviewed with Director the LIC 311A, Records to Be Maintained at The Facility, for child's records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted. Sample of children and staff files were reviewed. Children’s file had the required licensing documentation. LPA reviewed staff transcripts and observed staff caring for children were qualified. At least one staff had a current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification. Staff have current Mandated Reporter certificates and proof of immunization.
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