The CCC's program runs Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM until 2:45 PM. During the inspection, LPA observed 9 children in care and 1 additional staff member (cleared and associated).

The classroom at the CCC was found to be clean and orderly. The classroom has age-appropriate equipment and objects for children in care. The classroom contains various closets and a number of cabinets all of which contain items, equipment, and other related objects for children in care. As mentioned previously, the CCC uses one bathroom. The bathroom possesses three toilets (enclosed by stalls) and three sinks in total for children in care. The bathroom was found to be clean, in order, and free of any hazardous items for children in care.

The CCC possesses a mini-refrigerator located within the CCC's kitchen that food and drink items for children in care. Children enjoy a breakfast, lunch, and one PM snack, all of which is provided by the center. Some children bring lunches with them from home. There is available drinking water for children at the CCC via a water pitcher. Water is also made available via a water fountain within the classroom. Water pitches are filled from the fountains.

CCCs constructed before 1/1/20, are supposed to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before 1/1/23, and then every 5-years except after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after 7/1/22, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). Through record review, LPA found that lead testing (CONT. LIC 809-C, Page 2)

• 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 observed daily routine schedules, required notices, and other relevant licensing documents posted visibly in the classroom at the CCC. LPA also reviewed the children's sign in and sign out forms and found the arrival times of children in care from the day. Sign in and sign out sheets are completed on paper. LPA found that the CCC completed their most recent disaster drill on the following date: 8/21/26. Site Supervisor also informed LPA that the CCC conducts disaster drills every month with children in care.

LPA observed a dual carbon monoxide and a smoke detector within the classroom. A dual carbon monoxide and smoke detector was tested at 1:15 PM and was found to be operable. Cleaning supplies, medication lockboxes, and sharps are stored in elevated and locked cabinets near the teacher's desk. No children currently need medication. LPA also observed at least three First Ait Kits in the CCC. The First Aid Kits were observed to contain appropriate supplies needed.

Like the classroom, the outdoor play yard was found to be safe, orderly, and age appropriate. The outdoor playground area is enclosed by chain linked fencing throughout the yard. The fence’s entry and exit gates in each of the areas are secure and furnishings in the area are age appropriate. The footing of the area is varied. The areas are made up of the following: rock, sand, dirt, concrete pavement, and natural grass. LPA observed a number of sandboxes and water tables in the outdoor play area. LPA advised the Site Supervisor of safe practices when using each of the items. Shade is afforded by nearby trees, classroom overhangs, and a number of sun sails. LPA observed two swings, sandboxes, bike paths, and a large play structure that children in care can utilize. LPA also observed one large storage shed and two smaller sheds in the outdoor area, each of which were locked. Sheds solely contain child care related equipment. Facility Representative attested to LPA that children are always supervised while engaged in outdoor play and that the outdoor area is inspected prior to letting children play outside.

A sampling of staff and children's records were reviewed by the LPA. The children’s records were complete and were found to contain emergency contact information, vaccination records, as well admission agreements, among other relevant licensing documents and forms. Staff records were reviewed and contained current pediatric CPR and First Aid certifications (EMSA approved) and Mandated Reporter Training certificates. LPA confirmed that there are no bodies of water, firearms, or ammunition that are present on site.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Site Supervisor and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep at (CONT. 809-C, Page 3)

Currently, this facility does not provide Incidental Medical Services – IMS. For more information on IMS, see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 and link to publication Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

Facility representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, as specified in HSC 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 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. 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 and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process.

During today's visit, no citations were issued.

Facility Representative was provided with Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) and a Notice of Site Visit form as well (LIC 9213). The Notice of Site Visit form must be posted for 30 days or a civil penalty of $100 may apply.

An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with Facility Representative, Bertha Zendejas De Godoy.