LPAs Lowe and Hernandez toured and measured the on-limits areas and classrooms located at the facility. The facility has a total of 5 classrooms. Toddler option classroom will be Toddler, Preschool classrooms will be Junior 1, Junior 2, B1, and B2. Children will have access to 9 sinks and 7 toilets.

Facility is requesting use of 6th classroom, an outdoor classroom located on the second floor of the main building. LPAs measured area identified as outdoor classroom. The area measures 628.93 square feet divided by 35 square feet equals 17 children. LPAs advised the outdoor classroom on the 2^nd floor will be reviewed and is pending approval from fire inspector.

Classroom measurements are:

Indoor Toddler Option total measurements: 482.69 square (sq) feet (ft) divided by 35 sq ft = 13 toddler option children. Per H&S Code 1596.955(4) The maximum group size, with two teachers, or one fully qualified teacher and one aide, does not exceed 12 toddlers.

Indoor Preschool total measurements: 2113.70 sq ft divided by 35 sq ft divided by 35 sq ft = 60 preschool children.

Outdoor Toddler Option total measurements: 1780.48 sq ft divided by 75 sq ft = 23 toddler option children.

Outdoor Preschool total measurements: 12992.62 sq ft divided by 75 sq ft = 173 preschool children.

Indoor/Children’s Area:

All outdoor and indoor passageways, stairways, inclines, ramps, open porches and other areas of potential hazard were observed to be free of obstruction. The child care center was observed be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. Floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean. A comfortable temperature for children was observedl be maintained at all times. Furniture and equipment were observed to be maintained in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Tables and chairs were observed to be meet the needs of the children. All play equipment and materials used by children were observed to be age-appropriate. LPAs observed individual permanent storage space for children’s clothing, personal belongings and/or bedding. All materials and surfaces accessible to children, including toys, were observed to be free of toxic substances.

Per Director, each child has a water bottle that is used indoors and outdoors. LPAs observed water cooler system in the classroom providing refills of drinking water from a noncontaminating fixture or container and was observed to be readily available both indoors and in the outdoor activity area. Per the Director the facility has a monthly pest control service take measures to keep the center free of flies, other insects, and rodents. LPAs observed all trash cans to have a tightfitting cover that is kept on; in good repair; and leakproof and rodent-proof. No fireplaces or open-faced heaters were observed. All window screens shall be in good repair and free of insects, dirt and debris.

Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children. LPAs advised safety latches on all drawers and cabinets accessible to children. LPAs advised storage areas for poisons shall be locked. LPAs observed a current edition of a first-aid manual, sterile first-aid dressings, bandages or roller bandages, adhesive tape, scissors, tweezers, thermometer, and antiseptic solution.

The isolation area is located in the director office area to afford easy supervision of children by center staff. The isolation area shall be equipped with a mat, cot, couch or bed for each ill child. The isolation area shall not be located in the kitchen area or the general-use toilet area.

Facility is using daily sign in and out sheets with a space for parents full signature.

LPAs advised the licensee shall be responsible for ensuring that children with obvious symptoms of illness including, but not limited to, fever or vomiting, are not accepted.

LPAs advised smoking is prohibited on the premises of a child care center as specified in Health and Safety Code Section 1596.795(b). LPAs advised a baby walker shall not be allowed on the premises of a child care center in accordance with Health and Safety Code Sections 1596.846(b) and (c).

LPAs advised there shall be at least 35 square feet of indoor activity space per child based on the total licensed capacity. LPAs advised based on the total licensed capacity, one toilet and one handwashing fixture shall be maintained for every 15 children, or fraction thereof.

Napping:

Mats are used for napping and were observed to be maintained in a safe condition. Constructed of foam at least 3/4 inch thick. Covered with vinyl or similar material that can be wiped. Marked or colored so that the sleeping side can be distinguished from the floor side. Wiped with a detergent/disinfectant weekly or when soiled or wet.

Per Director children bring sheets and blankets from home and they are sent home weekly to be washed.

LPAs observed the facility to provide a variety of age-appropriate equipment, toys and materials in good condition and in sufficient quantity to allow children present to fully participate in planned activities.

Restrooms:

All toilets and handwashing facilities were observed to be maintained in safe and sanitary operating condition. LPAs advised additional equipment, aids and/or conveniences shall be provided as needed in centers that serve children with physical disabilities.

LPAs advised notwithstanding (e) and (e)(1) above, handwashing fixtures shall not be required to deliver hot water. Hot water was not observed to be delivered to handwashing fixtures.

There shall be one toilet and one handwashing fixture, separate from and in addition to the number of toilets and handwashing fixtures required in (h) above, designated for use by children who are ill, for use by staff, and for emergency use. This toilet and handwashing fixture is conveniently located in relation to the isolation area in the hallway.

LPAs advised common towels or washcloths are prohibited.

Outdoor:

LPAs observed a shaded rest area for the children. Outdoor area was observed with hazards including, wooden platform in need of repair on the Nature yard, exposed yellow pipe hanging down the wall on the Urban Yard, and the Toddler yard was observed with screws perturbing from the wooden platform. LPAs advised as a condition of licensure, the areas around and under high climbing equipment, swings, slides and other similar equipment shall be cushioned with material that absorbs falls. Play equipment located on the toddler yard was observed to not age appropriate for Toddler children and will need to be removed from Toddler play yard.

LPAs advised sandboxes shall be inspected daily and kept free of hazardous foreign materials.

The playground shall be enclosed by a fence to protect children and to keep them in the outdoor activity area. The fence was observed to be at least four feet high.

LPAs advised any construction or equipment that could pose a hazard in the outdoor activity area shall be made inaccessible to children in care. This shall include, but not be limited to, incinerators, air- conditioning equipment, water heaters, and fuse boxes.

No pools or other bodies of water were observed on the preschool play yards.

LPAs advised there shall be at least 75 square feet per child of outdoor activity space based on the total licensed capacity.

Medications were observed to be kept in a safe place inaccessible to children. A refrigerator shall be used to store any medication that requires refrigeration.

LPAs reviewed facilities written plan to record the administration of prescription and nonprescription medications and to inform the child's authorized representative daily when such medications have been given.

Food Service:

LPAs all food shall be safe and of the quality and in the quantity necessary to meet the needs of the children. Each meal shall include, at a minimum, the amount of food components as specified by Title 7, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 226.20, (Revised January 1, 1990) Requirements for Meals, for the age group served. All food shall be selected, stored, prepared and served in a safe and healthful manner.

LPAs advised all foods or beverages capable of supporting the rapid and progressive growth of microorganisms that can cause food infections or food intoxications shall be stored in covered containers at 45 degrees F (7.2 degrees C) or less. LPAs observed kitchen refrigerator at a temperature of 37 degrees.

LPAs advised pesticides and other similar toxic substances shall not be stored in food storerooms, kitchen areas, food-preparation areas, or areas where kitchen equipment or utensils are stored. No pesticides or toxic substances were not observed.

LPAs soaps, detergents, cleaning compounds or similar substances shall be stored in areas separate from food supplies.

LPAs observed the kitchen, food-preparation and storage areas to be clean.

LPAs advised the food-preparation area shall not be used for: Children's play activities, unless such activities are part of a supervised food-education program. Full-day programs shall offer a midmorning and a midafternoon snack.

Facility provides morning and afternoon snack. Children may choose to have a school lunch or may bring lunch from home.

LPAs observed the following required postings located in the lobby: Facility license, LIC 613A (9/96), PUB 393 (8/02), Child Care Center Notification of Parents' Rights Poster, LIC 9148 Emergency Disaster Plan, and information on child passenger restraint systems pursuant to Health and Safety Code section 1596.95(g) and Vehicle Code sections 27360 and 27360.5

Menus were observed to be in writing and posted at least one week in advance located in the lobby and the individual classroom. Copies of the menus as served shall be dated and kept on file for at least 30 days. Menus shall be made available for review by the child's authorized representative and the Department upon request.

LPAs advised each licensee shall have a disaster and mass casualty plan of action.

LPA advised the licensee shall reveal each child care center license number in all advertisements in accordance with Health and Safety Code Section 1596.861.

The following items were discussed:

Facility representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed facility representative of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

This facility plans to provide Incidental Medical Services – IMS. For IMS information, see PIN 22-02-CCP. A

LPA reviewed with facility representative the LIC 311A, Records To Be Maintained At The Facility, for child’s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted.

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The following corrections are needed before a capacity increase will be considered. Corrections are due by 12/30/2022:

· All classroom child proof drawers and bottom cabinets.

· Repair corners of counter area accessible to children

· Remove Step 2 climber (indicates ages 2 years- 6 years), wooden house (indicates ages 2 years – 10 years), and green/ blue climbing structure (indicates ages 3 years – 6 years).

· Wooden platform on toddler yard - repair screws perturbing from the wooden platform

· Nature yard wooden platform in need of repair

· Urban Yard exposed yellow pipe hanging down the wall accessible to children

· Toddler room shelves and cubby shelf needs to be secure to wall.

· Place plug covers on all exposed outlets accessible to children

An exit interview was conducted with the above items discussed and a copy of appeal rights and this report was provided to the facility representative, Chana Herzberg. Final license determination will be made upon review by the Licensing Program Manager and correction of the above issues.