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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

WEST HILLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE FIREBAUGH CHILD DEV.License 1038017681 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 6/7/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Priscilla Zamudio, conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection for the preschool license. LPA met with Acting Site Supervisor, Graciela Banda, and toured the facility indoors and outdoors. There are currently only two classrooms in use. Days and hours of operation are Monday – Friday, 8:00AM-4:00PM. LPA verified the facility phone number is (559) 923-2951. There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises. There are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible. No poisons were observed during the inspection. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. Outdoor activity space west of the building, closer to O St is currently off-limits. A shaded rest area should be addressed prior to use of the outdoor space and LPA advised to contact licensing when ready for use. Outdoor activity space located East the of building has a shaded area in need of repair. All toilets and handwashing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Floors in the facility are clean and safe. All kitchen, food preparation and storage areas are clean, free of litter/rubbish and free of rodents/vermin. All food is protected against contamination and any contaminated food is discarded immediately. Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors. Areas around high climbing equipment and slides have cushioning material to absorb falls. The facility is free of flies, insects and rodents. Facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors that meet statutory requirements. Facility representative 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. CONTINUED LIC 809C Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. At least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid is present when children are at the facility or at offsite activities. The name of the child care center director or fully-qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director’s absence has been reported to the Department. The person who signs the child in/out of the facility shall use their full legal signature and record the time of day. All children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. Facility maintains a ratio of one teacher supervising no more than 8 children in care. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete with contact information for authorized representative and or relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child and medical assessment. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and observed files were complete with health screening, immunization records for influenza, pertussis and measles and current documentation of completed mandated reporter training. Menus are posted at least one week in advance where an authorized representative can view them. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) are not currently being provided. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. 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 LPA discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to Provider Information Notices (PINs), Quarterly Updates, COVID-19 Information and Resources, Mandated Reporter Training, Safe Sleep in Child Care, Lead Poisoning Facts, Forms and Regulations. Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, of the California Code of Regulations, the following deficiency is being cited: (see next page, 809 D) Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Acting Site Supervisor, Gracie Banda and was provided a copy along with appeal rights. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 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.

  • 101238(a)Type B

    BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS

    Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that an outdoor canopy structure used as shaded rest area does not have a secured, fitted material for full shade, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the June 7, 2023 inspection of WEST HILLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE FIREBAUGH CHILD DEV.?

This was a inspection inspection of WEST HILLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE FIREBAUGH CHILD DEV. on June 7, 2023. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to WEST HILLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE FIREBAUGH CHILD DEV. on June 7, 2023?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that an outdoor canopy s..."

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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