Complaint·September 3, 2021

classroom, the children have the option of not wearing a mask. Children are encouraged to wear masks when they work in the classroom. Children must have masks available to them in their backpacks. LPA reminded Director the staff should encourage children to wear masks throughout their daily activities. LPA also advised that Child care providers must ensure compliance with the current CDPH Guidance for the Use of Masks. As of June 15, 2021, the use of face coverings is required by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) in child care indoor settings regardless of vaccination status. LPA issued a Technical Advisory and advised Site Supervisor that facility should continue to follow COVID-19 requirements and guidance in all applicable California Department of Social Services (CDSS) and Community Care Licensing (CCL) Provider Information Notices (PIN), in addition to guidance or requirements from California Department of Public Health (CDPH) , California Department of Industrial Relations Division of Occupational Safety & Health (Cal/OSHA) , and local public health departments , as applicable to the particular facility. This agency has investigated the complain alleging " Children are not wearing a mask in class " Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED.