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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

WEST HILLS MONTESSORI INFANTLicense 197493483
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 08/09/2022 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Suzette Ornelas conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection for the infant license. LPA met with Director, Jagdeep "Rina" Singh, and toured the facility indoors and outdoors. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7a to 6p. Center has preschool license (197493482) on the premises. LPA observed all required postings in a prominent area. A review of the sign in/out sheet was conducted to verify the current census of children. LPA observed 2 infant classrooms. In classroom 1 (infant room), LPA observed 8 infants and 4 adults. In classroom 2 (toddler room), LPA observed 7 infants and 2 adults. All children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. A walk through of the classroom area was conducted. LPA observed a an infant changing table and a sink in each classroom. Infant changing tables have a padded surface and are covered with washable vinyl or plastic and have raised sides at least three inches high. Floors in the facility are clean and safe. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Playground equipment is in safe condition and free of hazards. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. Areas around high climbing equipment, swings and slides have cushioning material to absorb falls. All kitchen, food preparation and storage areas are clean and safe. Menus are posted at least one week in advance where an authorized representative can view them. Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors. The facility is free of flies, insects and rodents. The facility is equipped with a working carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector and a fire extinguisher (2A 10BC) serviced on 07/2022. 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. The facility has sufficient cribs, cots or mats for infant napping. 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 and documents 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 not completed and in file for each infant up to 12 months of age. LPA provided director with a copy of the Infant Needs and Services Plan Regulation, Infant Safe Sleep Frequently asked Questions and a copy of the LIC 9227. Licensee will ensure parents complete the from. 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 reviewed a sample of children\342\200\231s files and observed files were complete. 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. 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. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and observed files were complete. 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 an y 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 Director 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, no deficiencies are cited. 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

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 August 9, 2022 inspection of WEST HILLS MONTESSORI INFANT?

This was a inspection inspection of WEST HILLS MONTESSORI INFANT on August 9, 2022. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to WEST HILLS MONTESSORI INFANT on August 9, 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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