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25 | On 01/24/2023 at 1:30 PM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Tiffanie Diep and Lauren Scott met with Center Manager, Jenny Almodovar, for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. Facility days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM. There were two staff supervising 16 children during today’s inspection. LPA checked that annual fees are current.
LPAs toured the facility inside and out. LPAs observed that hazardous items (disinfectants, cleaning solutions etc.) were inaccessible to children in care. LPAs reviewed staffing ratios, first aid supplies, furniture, equipment, fire drills and drinking water. Facility provides breakfast, lunch, and snack which is prepared off-site and delivered to the facility. LPAs observed all required forms to be posted. LPAs observed functioning carbon monoxide and smoke alarms. There are adequate toys and equipment available for children. Outdoor play area was toured. The play structure was in good repair and there is sufficient cushioning (cushioned turf) under the play structure. LPAs reviewed the sign-in/out sheets and observed that the children were properly signed in.
LPAs reviewed children’s and staff files. All staff present during today's inspection have a fingerprint clearance. Center Manager was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
LPAs observed health screening reports with TB test and required MMR and Tdap vaccines. At least one staff member present today has current pediatric CPR and first aid. LPAs observed AB1207 Mandated Reporter training certificates for all staff. The Center Manager was reminded to renew the course every 2 years through www.mandatedreporterca.com website.
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