Small World Nursery

Based on evidence and interviews the facility did not comply with the section cited above in appropriately addressing rodent infestation 1 Either removed the shed permanently or hire an exterminator and clean and disinfect the shed by April 14, 2025. Will be done next week during spring break 4/7/25- 4/11/25 which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

Buildings and Grounds-(a) The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. Based on LPA Rivera observation , LPA observed rodent droppings in the shelf cabinet in room 6, and outdoor toys bins and outdoor shed (children had no access). Clean and disinfect the classrooms, toy bins and furniture.Will be done next week during spring break 4/7/25- 4/11/25 rodent droppings in the shelf cabinet in room 6, and outdoor toys bins and outdoor shed (children had no access) which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

(a) The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. This requirement was not met... 1 Facility has removed the carpet and is working towards replacing the carpet to meet a safe, sanitary and comfortable environment for children. Facility is working with a contractor to correct this matter. Facilty will continue to update parents and staff regarding progress and will notify the Palmdale Regional Office once the work is completed by due date. Facility will email pictures and notify LPA. by interviews conducted and supporting relevant documentation. The Carpet in Classroom 6 was wet and the dry walls are moist causing an unpleasant odor while children and staff were present in room 5. This poses a potential risk to children in care. 8

Facility staff are not appropriately addressing rodent infestation