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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOLLicense 191598106
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Alicia Mooberry and Austin Estrada conducted a required 1 year inspection to the above facility on 9/7/22. LPAs arrived at the facility at 9:40am, identified self to school secretary who lead staff to Head Start classroom. LPAs met with Joanna Solorio, Lead Teacher, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. LPA provided Lead Teacher with a copy of the LIC 125 Entrance Checklist to help facilitate the inspection. This is a preschool program which consists of 2 classrooms; Room O-01 and O-02. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 7:50AM to 1:50PM. Jackie Ellingson, Education Specialist arrived at the facility during this inspection. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. Upon arrival, the following staff were present during this inspection: Room O-01 Staff #1, #2 and #3 with 16 preschoolers; Room O-02: Staff #4 and #5 with 12 preschoolers. The facility was observed to be within the license capacity and limitations. The following was observed during the tour of the facility: Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Linens are washed weekly by the facility, the blankets are washed by parents on a weekly basis. Napping equipment (cots) were observed in a storage area labeled with children\342\200\231s names. Per Lead Teacher, the isolation area is located in area between classrooms. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms. General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in classrooms. Per Lead Teacher, there are no poisons stored at the facility. A carbon monoxide detector was observed and tested to ensure that it is operable. -----------Page 1 of 3 The facility receives all food and meals from the adjoining elementary school. Children receive breakfast, lunch and snack. The facility has a sink and refrigerator available for medication and other items. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins have tight-fitting covers that are kept outside and in good repair. Outdoor playground equipment is in a 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. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed via water fountains. LPA advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time. There are no pools or bodies of water at the facility. All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic-free There are no firearms stored on the premises. All staff and employees have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption through the Montebello Unified School District. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. Children records were reviewed and documented on the LIC 857. LPA also reviewed staff records including proof of Pediatric First Aid/CPR. LPA did not review staff records and confidential or medical information during the inspection due to the staff files being stored at the administrative office. LPA will review files at a later date and will review for compliance. Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign-In and Sign-Out sheets were reviewed on the sign in APP. Children present were signed in. Lead teacher was advised that a sign in sheet shall be kept for one month and shall be available at the center for review by the Department. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 8/26/22. ---Page 2 of 3 Menus were observed to be posted. First Aid supplies were observed in the classroom. Per Head Teacher, record reviews and LPA observations Child #6 has medication properly stored and labeled in the facility. 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 advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/ tion-process . There were no deficiencies cited during today\342\200\231s inspection. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Jackie Ellingson, Education Specialist. ------Page 3 of 3

Citations

No citations recorded on this visit

The inspector found no violations of California child care regulations during this visit.

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What happened during the September 7, 2022 inspection of GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL?

This was a inspection inspection of GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL on September 7, 2022. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL on September 7, 2022?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

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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