Follow-up on corrections·December 18, 2024

On 12/18/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Suzette Ornelas conducted an unannounced case management inspection for the purpose of deficiencies observed during a complaint investigation control # 58-CC-20241213085810 . Upon arrival LPA was greeted by Director, Norma Montes and observed 22 children and 6 adults. LPA Ornelas investigated complaint control # 58-CC-20241213085810 . According to the complaint investigation report received on 12/13/2024, there was a damage to the ceiling panels in a preschool classroom due to a water leak at the facility on 12/8/2024 (Sunday). Based on interview conducted with the Director, stated that she did not report the incident to the licensing department. It was confirmed that the incident was not reported to the Department within 24 hours. No direct contact with the on duty worker or the analyst was made within 24 hours. LPA explained to the licensee that when an incident occurs, according to Title 22 Regulations, the incident must be reported to the department within 24 hrs., and a written report using the unusual incident /injury report LIC624 form must be filled out and mailed to the department within 7 days. Director understands and will comply. The following Type B deficiency is being cited on 12/18/2024 in accordance to Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations: Reporting Requirements 101212 (d)(1)(C) . Upon the occurrence, during the operation of the child care center of any of the events specified in (d)(1) below, a report shall be made to the Department by telephone or fax within the Department's next working day and during its normal business hours. In addition, a written report containing the information specified in (d)(2) below shall be submitted to the Department within seven days following the occurrence of such event. (1)Events reported shall include the following: (C)Any unusual incident or child absence that threatens the physical or emotional health or safety of any child. Please refer to 809D for cited deficiencies. A copy of this report, notice of site visit, and appeal rights were provided. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) \342\200\223 must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. Exit interview was conducted with Director.