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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

CATALYST KIDS - SOUTH LAKE TAHOELicense 0903063701 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

At 10:20 a.m. on Thursday, June 16th, 2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Karyn Guerra met with Program Lead, Caitlin Moran, for the purpose of an unannounced required 1 year inspection. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted. Operating hours of the facility are from 7:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m., seven days a week. Facility is currently closed on weekends. A census was conducted during time of arrival. LPA observed 9 children supervised by 1 staff. The Bears classroom is currently not in use. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained criminal record clearance. Program Lead 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. A health and safety inspection was conducted in the classrooms, restrooms, food service areas, and outdoor play areas. LPA observed the following documents are posted: License, Emergency Disaster Plan, Personal Rights, Parents' Rights Poster, menus, and daily schedule. Cleaning disinfectants and hazardous items are appropriately stored and inaccessible to children. No children in care require medications. Program Lead stated there are no poisons on the premises. Indoor furniture and equipment are in good condition, and toileting facilities are in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. Bins for solid waste in the have tight fitting lids. The floors appeared clean throughout the facility. The facility provides breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack. The food preparation space is free of litter and all food was protected against contamination. Drinking water was readily available to children both indoors and outdoors via bottles. Facility uses an online application for sign in and sign out. There are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises. LPA observed a functional carbon monoxide detector. Playground spiral slide is loose at the base. There is currently duct tape to support the loose bolts. Report continues on 809-C. LPA observed wood chip cushioning beneath the play structure. Outdoor shade is provided by trees. Staff files were reviewed. At least one staff member present today has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification. LPA observed immunization records and documentation of the educational background, training, and/or experience and AB 1207 Mandated Reporter training certificates. Children's records were reviewed. Each child's file contained an emergency card, consent for emergency medical treatment and notifications of children’s and parent’s rights, health history, physician's report and immunization records. This facility does not provide Incidental Medical Services – IMS. 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 . A CARE Tool staff interview was conducted with the Program Lead, Caitlin Moran. 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 . Title 22 Deficiencies are cited on the subsequent pages of this report. Appeal Rights were provided. Program Lead's signature on this report acknowledges receipt of these rights. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Program Lead, Caitlin Moran. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Citations

2 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.

  • 101216(b)Type A

    1012161 Teacher Qualifications and Duties. (b) Prior to employment a teacher shall meet the specified requirements...This requirement was not met, as evidenced by: Based on interviews and record review, Staff 1 (S1) was left alone with children in care. Staff 1 is not a qualified teacher as they do not have ECE units. This poses an immediate health and safety risk to children in care.

  • 101239(n)Type B

    FIXTURES, FURNITURE, EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above due to the spiral slide being in disrepair, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the June 16, 2022 inspection of CATALYST KIDS - SOUTH LAKE TAHOE?

This was a inspection inspection of CATALYST KIDS - SOUTH LAKE TAHOE on June 16, 2022. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to CATALYST KIDS - SOUTH LAKE TAHOE on June 16, 2022?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "1012161 Teacher Qualifications and Duties. (b) Prior to employment a teacher shall meet the specified requirements...Thi..."

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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