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Inspection visit

Lead safety check

OPTIONS-STATE PRESCHOOL-NORTHAMLicense 1915003401 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 11/1/2023 Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Carolyn Tuba and Stephanie Li conducted an unannounced case management inspection. A COVID 19 risk assessment was conducted. LPAs arrived at the facility at 1:30 pm and met with Site Director/Lead Teacher, Sylvia Garcia and Maintenance Lead Tech, Joel Urista arrived shortly after. LPAs observed no children in care due to dismissal time had occurred at 12:00 PM. The purpose of today's inspection is to go over the water lead test results received on 08/22/2023. Results indicate that fixture \342\200\234A\342\200\235 drinking fountain water source had action level exceedance of lead. The "A" drinking fountain water source located in the preschool classroom had a lead result of 6.3. During the visit, the Maintenance Lead Tech had stated that the drinking fountain has been removed and capped off. LPAs took photo. According to Site Director/Lead Teacher children are provided water from the kitchen sink that has been tested and there are no lead exceedances from that water source. LPA, Carolyn Tuba received all documentation, including facility sketch, LIC9276, LIC9275, photos and test results from the Andrea Butler, Facilities Administrative Coordinator prior to visit. A deficiency was cited on attached 809D. The deficiency listed on the following page were informed to LPAs and is being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Please see attached LIC 809-D. The deficiency that is being cited A notice of site visit was given to Site Director/Lead Teacher and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Site Director/Lead Teacher, Sylvia Garcia. page 1 of 1

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.

  • 101700.3(b)(1)Type B

    California Lead Action Level at Child Care Centers

    101700.3(b)(1) California Lead Action Level at Child Care Centers. (b) Testing results with...readings of 0.5 ppb or greater..., before comparing to the Action Level. (1) A result with values of 5.5 ppb or greater shall be deemed an Action Level Exceedance. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on testing results provided by the facility with an Action Level Exceedance (ALE) which poses/posed 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 November 1, 2023 inspection of OPTIONS-STATE PRESCHOOL-NORTHAM?

This was a other inspection of OPTIONS-STATE PRESCHOOL-NORTHAM on November 1, 2023. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to OPTIONS-STATE PRESCHOOL-NORTHAM on November 1, 2023?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "101700.3(b)(1) California Lead Action Level at Child Care Centers. (b) Testing results with...readings of 0.5 ppb or gr..."

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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