August 15, 2023
What Happened
Case management visit for multiple elevated lead levels in drinking water. Three faucets exceeded safe lead thresholds (8.5, 10, and 15 ppb). All were made inaccessible and children receive water from safe filtered and lead-free sources.
Observations
- Faucet G tested at 8.5 ppb lead
- Faucet H tested at 10 ppb lead
- Faucet J tested at 15 ppb lead (all above 5.5 ppb threshold)
- All faucets marked inaccessible with 'DO NOT USE' signs and tape
- Licensee plans to replace and retest faucets
Inspector Focus
Citations Issued
Licensees shall maintain a lead value at or below the Action Level of 5 ppb in all outlets subject to the testing requirements of these Written Directives, for the health and safety of children in care. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, the facility had faucet A with lead test results exceeding 5 ppb of lead in the water. This is a potential health and safety risk to children in care.
Data sourced from California Department of Social Services (CDSS) public records. Updated weekly. If you believe any information is inaccurate, report it here.