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BURBANK YMCA CHILDRENS CENTER PRESCHOOLLicense 1974948511 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

chef, meals were prepared by available staff and teachers, many of whom had no formal food service training. This arrangement proved to be difficult, and during this time, children were often served prepackaged , processed food items such as Cheez-its and Goldfish crackers. On multiple occasions, breakfast was replaced with snack like items, including granola bars, in place of more balanced, traditional morning meals. During interviews with staff, their statements were consistent with those of the Interim Director. They confirmed that the chef was absent during January and part of February, which resulted in challenges for the facility in preparing and providing breakfast and lunch for the children in care. There were frequent instances where the facility did not have enough food to offer second servings. Additionally, the items listed on the menu often deviated from what was actually served to the children. Based on LPA\342\200\231s observations and interviews which were conducted and record reviews, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be Substantiated. California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division & Chapter number), are being cited on the attached LIC 9099D. The Notice of Site Visit was provided and must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. Exit interview was conducted with Lorena Castro and Appeals Rights provided.

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.

  • 101227(a)(1)Type B

    FOOD SERVICE

    Food Services. In child care centers providing meals to children, the following shall apply: All food shall be safe and of the quality and in the quantity necessary to meet the needs of the children. Each meal shall include, at a minimum, the amount of food components as specified by Title 7, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 226.20, (Revised January 1, 1990) Requirements for Meals, for the age group served. All food shall be selected, stored, prepared and served in a safe and healthful manner. This requirement was not being met as evidenced by: The facility's chef was absent for a period during January and part of February. As a result, the facility experienced significant challenges in preparing and providing breakfast and lunch for the children in care. In the absence of the chef, meals were prepared by available staff and teachers, many of whom had no formal food service training. This arrangement proved to be difficult, and during this time, children were often served prepackaged , processed food items such as Cheez-its and Goldfish crackers. On multiple occasions, breakfast was replaced with snack like items, including granola bars, in place of more balanced, traditional morning meals. There were frequent instances where the facility did not have enough food to offer second servings. Additionally, the items listed on the menu often deviated from what was actually served to the children. This poses a potential health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care.

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What happened during the April 22, 2025 inspection of BURBANK YMCA CHILDRENS CENTER PRESCHOOL?

This was a complaint inspection of BURBANK YMCA CHILDRENS CENTER PRESCHOOL on April 22, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to BURBANK YMCA CHILDRENS CENTER PRESCHOOL on April 22, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Food Services. In child care centers providing meals to children, the following shall apply: All food shall be safe and..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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