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Inspection visit

Routine inspection (3-year)

EL MONTE DAY CARE CENTERLicense 0702151773 citations on this visit
3 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 12/19/2023 at 1:45pm Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tasha Alexander met with Director Corinne Morton for an Unannounced Required 3-Year Inspection . During the inspection were forty-four (44) school age children and six (6) staff were present, including director. one portable classroom was toured for a health and safety inspection. The facility operates from 7:00am \342\200\223 6:00pm, Monday \342\200\223 Friday. The facility also holds a license for preschool, Facility #073404827. The facility has ample age appropriate materials in the classroom that were observed to be clean and in good condition. All toxins, cleaning products, medications and hazardous materials were observed to be in inaccessible areas. There is at least one (1) fully stocked first-aid kit on site. There is a carbon monoxide/smoke detector combo, and fully charged fire extinguisher located in the classroom. All children\342\200\231s bathrooms are clean, in proper working order, and well maintained. Medications currently not being stored at the facility per director. The outside area is clean, free from defects with ample age-appropriate materials for the children. The play ground is shared with the elementary school, on a separate schedule, and is properly maintained. There is also plenty of shade for the children. LPA did not observe any harmful or unattended bodies of water in or around the facility. The kitchen area is clean, well maintained, and all hazards are in inaccessible areas. All children have access to clean drinking water in and outside of the classroom. The facility provides afternoon snack. All food provided by the facility is properly stored and labeled. The facility is operating within their licensed capacity and is in ratio. All staff have obtained a criminal record clearance, or transfer. All required postings are made visible in the entry way of the facility. The fire/disaster drill log is complete with the last drill logged on 12/19/ 23. A physical census of the children was taken and cross referenced with the sign-in and out log. All children have been properly signed in by staff. parents sign in electronically. LPA obtained a sample of the children\342\200\231s files, a sample of the staff files, and the facility files. All files were complete. Director was reminded that EMSA approved Pediatric CPR & First Aid training must be completed every two (2) years. Personnel Roster must be properly maintained, and fire/disaster drill must be conducted every six (6) months and documented. Director was reminded that California Law requires all facilities 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 by phone, fax, or email. LPA informed Director that all forms can be downloaded at www.ccld.ca.gov . Director was also informed that Mandated Reporter Training ("General" and "Child Care Providers") is required for all staff and is to be renewed every 2 years by visiting www.mandatedreporterca.com . continued on 809-C This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226.The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/process . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Corinne Morton.

Citations

3 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • TEACHER QUALIFICATIONS AND DUTIES

    Based on [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [count] out of [total count] [(objects) (persons)] [identifiers] which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. TODAY THERE IS ONE STAFF MEMBER THAT DOES NOT HAVE TRANSCRIPTS IN FILE

  • ARTICLE 1. General Provisions and Definitions

    Based on [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [count] out of [total count] [(objects) (persons)] [identifiers] which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. TODAY THERE ARE TWO STAFF MEMBERS THAT DO NOT HAVE IMMUNIZATION RECORDS IN FILE

  • 1596.8662(c)Type B

    Based on [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [count] out of [total count] [(objects) (persons)] [identifiers] which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. TODAY THERE IS ONE STAFF MEMBER WITH AN EXPIRED MANDATED REPORTER CERTIFICATE

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the December 19, 2023 inspection of EL MONTE DAY CARE CENTER?

This was a inspection inspection of EL MONTE DAY CARE CENTER on December 19, 2023. 3 citations were issued: 3 Type B.

Were any citations issued to EL MONTE DAY CARE CENTER on December 19, 2023?

Yes, 3 citations were issued (0 Type A, 3 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [count..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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