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Inspection visit

Lead safety check

CARVER HEAD START/STATE PRESCHOOLLicense 1915977361 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 04/12/2024, about 9:00AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) T. Tran and P. Bowden conduct an unannounced case management for Lead at the above licensed facility. Upon arrival, LPA met with Lead Teacher, Jacqueline Ruvalcaba and we toured the facility. LPAs observed proper care and supervision. The purpose of today's inspection was to go over the water lead test results received on 10/11/22. Results show that a water sources had action level exceedance of lead. The water fountain located on the hallway between the two classrooms had a lead result of 11. LPA observed the water bubbler was covered and disconnected. Per facility representative, facility provided sparkling water with paper cups for children to drink. A deficiency was cited to ensure that the water source noted would not be used as a drinking source or food preparation source for the children. The deficiency listed on the following page were observed by the 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 needs to be cleared to protect the children\342\200\231s health & safety. Plan of correction was cleared during today's visit. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative, Jacqueline Ruvalcaba.

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

    Result with values of 5.5 ppb or greater shall be deemed an Action Level Exceedance This requirement was not met as evidence by record review. Lead test results showed that a water sources had an action level exceedance. LPA observed the water bubbler had been covered and made inaccessible to children in care.This is a potential risk to the health and safety of the children in care.

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What happened during the April 12, 2024 inspection of CARVER HEAD START/STATE PRESCHOOL?

This was a other inspection of CARVER HEAD START/STATE PRESCHOOL on April 12, 2024. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to CARVER HEAD START/STATE PRESCHOOL on April 12, 2024?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Result with values of 5.5 ppb or greater shall be deemed an Action Level Exceedance This requirement was not met as evid..."

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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