Classroom: Classroom was inspected for age-appropriate furnishings, equipment, and adequate storage for children’s belongings. LPA observed the cleanliness of floors and surfaces. The facility is equipped with telephone service, a dual working smoke and carbon monoxide detector, a pull-down fire alarm, and a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher. Fire alarm/smoke detectors are configured to notify the fire department if triggered (shared system with elementary school). Director stated that fire alarm/smoke detector are serviced regularly. A fully stocked first-aid kit is available in the classroom. LPA inspected the napping equipment and observed them to be stored in a healthful manner. Children bring bedding from home. Drinking water is accessible by children in the classrooms. The isolation area for when a child is sick is the director’s office or the school’s nurse’s office.

Food Service Areas: The facility provides meals (breakfast and lunch) and AM/PM snacks to children in care. All center provided food items are properly labeled and stored separately from cleaning supplies. Food prep area is clean, adequately equipped, and free from hazardous materials. Snack menus are posted and were reviewed.

Bathrooms: Facility has separate staff and child designated bathrooms. Toilets and faucets are in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. The children are able to reach the sinks, toilets, and supplies.

Page 1 of 3. See LIC 809C.

Files and Record Keeping Review: LPA reviewed the facility roster and personnel report and copies were obtained. All individuals subject to criminal record review have a clearance and/or exemption and have been associated to the facility. LPA reviewed three (3) staff files. At least one opening/closing staff member has a current Pediatric CPR/First-Aid Certification. Mandated Reporter Training certificates were reviewed and current. Director’s Mandated Reporter training certificate expires on 06/28/2026. LPA reviewed six (6) children’s files. The center utilizes a paper sign-in/out system and is in compliance with sign in and out procedures. Fire/disaster drills are performed at least once every six months. The last drill was an earthquake drill conducted on 09/17/2024. Per director, there are no firearms on the premises. All required documents are posted in a publicly accessible area.

Record Keeping and Reporting Requirements: Director was reminded that EMSA approved Pediatric CPR & First Aid training must be completed every two (2) years. Mandated Reporter Training ("Child Care Providers") is required for all staff and is to be renewed every 2 years by visiting https://mandatedreporterca.com/. Personnel report and facility roster must be properly maintained, and fire/disaster drills must be conducted at least every six (6) months and documented. Effective August 1, 2003 California Law requires Child Care Licensees to report unusual incidents or injuries to children in care to child’s parents and to the Department of Social Services using the Unusual Incident/Injury Form (LIC 624). Incidents must be reported within 24 hours to the regional office by phone and the written report, LIC 624, within seven (7) business days. LPA informed Director that all forms can be downloaded at www.ccld.ca.gov.

Criminal Record Clearance: 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.

Page 2 of 3. See LIC 809C.

CCLD Information and Updates: Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

No deficiencies cited during today's inspection. Two (2) Advisory Notes were issued.

Advisory Notes (Technical Violations):

· 1 of 3 staff files reviewed by LPA did not have proof of immunization for MMR.

· Solid wastes bins did not have tight-fitting lids as required by Licensing.

A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview was conducted, report was reviewed, and Appeal Rights were provided to Director Crystal Surita.

Page 3 of 3. End of Report.