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Inspection visit

complaint

LITTLE GENIUS ACADEMYLicense 0734089141 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 09/13/2024 at 8:40 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Christina Watts conducted an Unannounced Subsequent Complaint Investigation at Little Genuis Academy. LPA met with Owner Tamara Shek, Lena Levin and Floor Manager Daniella Barajas and explained purpose of investigation. During today's inspection, 21 infants with 8 staff in 2 classrooms. Director stated 29 infants are enrolled. Finding for the above allegation was delivered during the inspection. Complainant alleges that Staff are not properly addressing pests in the facility. During the course of the investigation, LPA inspected the facility, reviewed records and conducted interviews. It was determined that facility had issues with pests on the facility and between 8-15 infants and 3-4 staff have been bit by pest in the facility. Based on the interviews and information obtained throughout the investigation, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met. Therefore, the allegation is SUBSTANTIATED. California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 is being cited on 9099-D page. Exit interview conducted with Owner Tamara Shek, Lena Levin and Floor Manager Daniella Barajas. Appeal rights were provided. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS ISSUED AND MUST BE POSTED FOR 30 CONSECTIVE DAYS.

Citations

1 citation 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.

  • PERSONAL RIGHTS

    101223 Personal Rights (a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights: (2) To be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment to meet his/her needs. This requirement has not been met as evidenced by: Based on interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above when 8-15 infants were bit by pest which poses an potential risk to the health, safety or personal rights of children in care.

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Common questions about this visit

What happened during the September 13, 2024 inspection of LITTLE GENIUS ACADEMY?

This was a complaint inspection of LITTLE GENIUS ACADEMY on September 13, 2024. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to LITTLE GENIUS ACADEMY on September 13, 2024?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "101223 Personal Rights (a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights: (2) To b..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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