The facility was staffed by the director and 9 staff members, with 35 children in care. The facility was operating within the licensed capacity and staff-to-child ratio requirements. All present staff members on site have criminal record clearance on file.

The facility operates in three rooms, which were observed to be clean, well-ventilated, and maintained at a comfortable temperature. Age-appropriate toys, materials, and furniture were available and in good condition. All poisons, cleaning solutions, and hazardous materials were stored in areas inaccessible to children. The bathroom was clean and equipped with sufficient toileting supplies. Storage cubbies were observed for each child and were labeled with their names

The facility was equipped with fire extinguishers, fully stocked first-aid kits, smoke detectors, and carbon monoxide detectors.

Breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack are provided by the facility. Monthly menus were posted on the wall and available for review. The facility provides water cups for the children. The drinking water is obtained from the staff lounge sink, which is equipped with a filter, and poured into a jug, which is available in each classroom.

LPA observed that the facility uses cots for children’s naps. The facility provides the sheets, which are laundered weekly or as needed.

The indoor play area was observed to be clean and free of debris. The indoor play area also contained a climbing structure with a cushion mat beneath it. The outdoor play area was equipped with age-appropriate toys and equipment. Artificial grass and resilient padding were observed beneath the outdoor play surfaces. All toys and equipment appeared to be in good condition. A sandbox in the outdoor area was observed, and according to the director, it is inspected daily. No pools, spas, or other bodies of water were observed on the premises.

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• 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.

LPA reviewed five children's records and found that all five children had the required licensing forms and immunization records.

LPA reviewed the records of five staff members and found that all five hold valid Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications. Five staff members also held current Mandated Reporter Training certifications. Transcripts for five staff members were reviewed, and it was confirmed that all five met the educational requirements for a preschool teacher.

Facility representative 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.

Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1597.16.

LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 2202-CCP. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 5140383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

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

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There were no deficiencies cited at this time.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative, Heidi Lamar.