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Inspection visit

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A BETTER CHOICE PRESCHOOLLicense 1038017602 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 8/17/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Stephanie Vega-Gonzlez and Miguel Herrera conducted an unannounced case management inspection at facility. LPAs met with Administrator, Cordelia Dixon-Hackett who accompanied LPAs during tour of facility both inside and outside. LPAs explained the reason for the inspection. LPAs reviewed facility records. Through record review it was obtained that Staff 1, Staff 2, and Staff 3 had missing documents. Staff 1 had an expired mandated reporter from 3/9/2023, missing updated transcripts, and missing immunization's. Staff 2 had and expired mandated reporter from 10/7/2022, and no updated flu on file. Staff 3 had the following missing documents: LIC9052, updated transcripts, and hours of training. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, deficiencies cited today is on the following LIC809D. During the exit interview LPAs viewed the Notice of Site Visit Form that was left today being posted and left instructions that it is to be 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.

  • 1596.7995(a)(1)Type B

    ARTICLE 1. General Provisions and Definitions

    HSC1596.7995(a)(1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination ..... This requirement is not met as evidenced by:Based on record review, the Administrator did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed that Staff 1 missing immunization record TDAP,MMR, and Flu. Staff 2 missing flu. Which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 1596.8662(b)(1)Type B

    ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

    HSC1596.8662(b)(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs.....This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, the Administrator did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed that Staff 1, and Staff 2 do not have a current mandated reporter on file.Which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the August 17, 2023 inspection of A BETTER CHOICE PRESCHOOL?

This was a other inspection of A BETTER CHOICE PRESCHOOL on August 17, 2023. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to A BETTER CHOICE PRESCHOOL on August 17, 2023?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "HSC1596.7995(a)(1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he ..."

What type of inspection was this?

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

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