Lead safety check·May 19, 2023

On 5/19/2023 at 2:35pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Morgan Pringle conducted a case management inspection due to the center's lead testing results. LPA met with Director Carmen Ortiz. During LPA\342\200\231s visit there were thirty-two (32) preschool age children, five (5) staff members and one (1) Chabot College student assistant. The department was notified that two (2) water fountains located in the facility hallway have elevated lead levels that have exceeded 5.5 ppb. This exceeds the Action Level (ALE) established by the state for lead exposure. Per director Carmen Ortiz, these faucets were immediately closed off and will be replaced and retested. Director is working with Chabot College to determine a retesting date. LPA observed today the faucets are closed and not in use. LPA also observed posting of lead testing results. See LIC809D for deficiencies cited during today's inspection. Exit interview conducted with licensee Carmen Ortiz. A notice of site visit was provided and must be posted for 30 days.