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25 | On August 20th,2024 , Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kassandra Medrano conducted a random annual licensing inspection today. LPA met with Maria Rivas, Site Manager, and Elizabeth "Liz" Benedict, Executive Director the purpose of the visit was explained. The current Facility is located on the campus of Central Elementary School under the Belmont- Redwood Shores School District. Analyst inspected the facility building and grounds, conducted an evaluation of the physical plant, and reviewed children, staff, and facility records. A review of staff records during today’s visit indicates that all staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. 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. During today’s inspection, facility representative, requested that all associations be associated to one site. The program operates, 7:30 am-6pm, Monday-Friday.
The following was observed today: The following items were reviewed as part of today's visit: Care and Supervision of the Children, Child Discipline Procedures, Emergency Evacuation Procedures. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors present and in working order, Medication Policies, Isolation of Sick Children, Food Service, Transportation, Parents Rights, and Reporting Requirements. Bathrooms for school age children are located within the classrooms. The outdoor play area is located right outside of the portable. Children are signed into the facility by director and out of the facility by parents. Posting requirements for site visits were discussed as well as AB 633 requirements. Current forms and Title 22 Regulations can be obtained through the internet at www.ccld.ca.gov. Staff immunization's are on file. Director was reminded that as of September 1, 2016, a person may not be employed or volunteer at a childcare facility unless he or she has been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or qualifies for an exemption pursuant to Health and Safety code 1596.7995 and 1597.662. Influenza Declarations were also reviewed. |