December 9, 2021
What Happened
During the annual inspection, the analyst found children under 36 months using shredded plastic and aluminum foil in an art activity, identifying both as choking hazards and directing staff to use more age-appropriate materials. The rest of the inspection documented broad compliance across classrooms, sanitation, food service, records, drills, and medication storage.
Observations
- Three children under 36 months were using shredded plastic particles in an art activity
- The plastic material carried a choking hazard warning for children under age 3
- Aluminum foil pieces in the art area were also identified as a choking hazard
- Staff were advised to use paints and thick crayons instead
Inspector Focus
Citations Issued
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above due to LPA observing that the children under 3 years of age in Room 3 were using a material that is not age appropriate and can be a choking hazard which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
What does this citation mean? →Data sourced from California Department of Social Services (CDSS) public records. Updated weekly. If you believe any information is inaccurate, report it here.