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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

CASA DEI MARIA MONTESSORI INFANT CARELicense 1974186715 citations on this visit
5 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 06/16/2022 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Suzette Ornelas conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection for the infant license. LPA met with Director, RANAWEERA, JIRANJAN , and toured the facility indoors and outdoors. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7a to 6p. Center has licensed Preschool ( 197418673 ) on the premises. LPA toured and inspected the facility in accordance with the facility sketch (programs are kept physically separate). A review of the sign in/out sheet was conducted to verify the current census of infants, all 4 infants were signed in. Parents sign children in and out via sign in/out sheet. Currently there is 1 infant classroom. There are a total of 4 infants and 1 teacher. Teacher/child ratios are maintained, and adequate supervision is being provided during this visit. There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises . There are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible. No poisons were observed during the inspection. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Playground equipment is in 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 toilets and handwashing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Floors in the facility are clean and safe. All kitchen, food preparation and storage areas are clean, free of litter/rubbish and free of rodents/vermin. All foods/beverages capable of rapid spoiling are stored in covered containers at 45 degrees F or less. Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors. Areas around high climbing equipment, swings and slides have cushioning material to absorb falls. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. Outdoor activity space surfaces are free of hazards. The facility is free of flies, insects and rodents. There is a working carbon monoxide detector. Prior to working or volunteering in a licensed child care facility, all individuals subject to a criminal record review have received a criminal record clearance or exemption. No individuals excluded by the Department are allowed to be present. LPA provided director with information regarding how to associate employees to the facility via the Guardian website. Director was able to create the account; however, was not able to gain access to the account. Director obtained guardian support phone number as well as email for future assistance. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. At least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid is present when children are at the facility or at offsite activities. The name of the child care center director or fully-qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director\342\200\231s absence has been reported to the Department. The person who signs the child in/out of the facility shall use their full legal signature and record the time of day. All children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. There is a ratio of one teacher supervising no more than four infants in care. LPA reviewed a sample of children\342\200\231s files and observed files were not complete with contact information for authorized representative and or relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child, medical assessment, individual feeding plan, and Infant Needs and Services Plan. LPA observed 3 out of the 4 infants immunization's records were missing. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and observed files were not complete with health screening, immunization records for influenza, pertussis and measles and current documentation of completed mandated reporter training. Staff records contain documentation of meeting qualification requirements. Per director, parents provide daily meals for all infants. Infant changing tables have a padded surface and are covered with washable vinyl or plastic and have raised sides at least three inches high. Toys observed are safe with no sharp points, edges or splinters and are without small parts that can be pulled off and swallowed. The facility has sufficient cribs, cots or mats for infant napping. There is indoor and outdoor activity space for infants that is physically separate. Each crib, mat or cot is occupied by only one infant at time and cribs are kept free from all loose articles including blankets and pillows and there are no objects hanging above or attached to the crib. Infants are not swaddled while in care. Staff physically checks on sleeping infants every fifteen minutes; however, there is no current documentation since 2021, including any signs of distress which includes but is not limited to flushed skin color, increase in body temperature, restlessness and labored breathing. Documentation for infants up to 12 months includes sleeping position if it is other than on their back. Individual Infant Sleeping Plan is completed and in file for each infant up to 12 months of age. Infants up to 12 months of age are placed on their backs for sleeping. Staff-infant ratio requirements are being met while infants are sleeping. LPA provided director with a copy of the 101429: Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision for Infants regulation as well as a copy of a sample infant sleep log. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) are not currently being provided. Licensee is aware that an IMS plan is required to be submitted to the licensing office if they provide any of these services. Information regarding Americans with Disability Act (ADA) can be obtained by contacting US Department of Justice toll free ADA Information line at (800) 514-0301(voice), (800) 514-0383 (TDD) and website link https://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . LPA and Licensee discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to Provider Information Notices (PINs), Quarterly Updates, COVID-19 Information and Resources, Mandated Reporter Training, Safe Sleep in Child Care, Lead Poisoning Facts, Forms and Regulations. Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations, the following deficiencies are being cited: Type B: 1596.7995(a)(1) \342\200\223 Employees or volunteers at day care center; immunization requirements; records; exemptions Type B: 1596.8662(b)(1) \342\200\223Availability of information regarding detecting and reporting child abuse and neglect; training for mandated reporter who is licensed day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility; proof of completion Type B: 101216(f) - Personnel Requirements Type B: 101220.1(g) \342\200\223 Immunizations Type B: 101429(a)(2)(C) \342\200\223 Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision for Infants (see next page, 809 D) Licensee was provided a copy of their appeal rights. This report shall be made available to the public upon request. LIC 9213 Notice of Site Visit is provided and required to be posted for 30 days.

Citations

5 citations 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.

  • 101216(f)Type B

    PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

    Based on observation and record review, LPA did not observe record on file for 1 staff which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • IMMUNIZATIONS

    Based on [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 out of 4 children do not have immunization records on file which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • RESPONSIBILITY FOR PROVIDING CARE AND SUPERVISION FOR INFANTS

    Based on [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 4 out of 4 children do not have infant sleep logs on file which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • ARTICLE 1. General Provisions and Definitions

    Based on [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 1 staff does not have current MMR/TDap on file which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

    Based on [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 1 staff does not have Mandated Reporter Training Certificate on file which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the June 16, 2022 inspection of CASA DEI MARIA MONTESSORI INFANT CARE?

This was a inspection inspection of CASA DEI MARIA MONTESSORI INFANT CARE on June 16, 2022. 5 citations were issued: 5 Type B.

Were any citations issued to CASA DEI MARIA MONTESSORI INFANT CARE on June 16, 2022?

Yes, 5 citations were issued (0 Type A, 5 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation and record review, LPA did not observe record on file for 1 staff which poses a potential health, s..."

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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