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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

JEKAL EARLY LEARNING CENTERLicense 1974951591 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 12/12/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) V. Wheatley conducted an unannounced Annual Inspection for the school aged license. LPA met with Site Supervisor, Julysan Rios and toured the facility indoors and outdoors. LPA observed two school aged classrooms upstairs, Rooms 8 and 9.The facility is open Monday through Friday from 6am to 6pm. LPA did not observe any school aged children today. 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. However, LPA observed a broken window and light fixture hanging from the ceiling. All toilets and hand washing faucets are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Floors in the facility are clean and safe. The facility provides afternoon snacks. The children eat in the cafeteria downstairs. A catering company Don Williams catering delivers food twice a day and everyday. All food is protected against contamination and any contaminated food is discarded immediately. Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors Facility has a functioning carbon monoxide and smoke detectors that meet statutory requirements. Playground equipment is not 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. Prior to working or volunteering in a licensed child care facility, all individuals are subject to a criminal record review and have received a criminal record clearance or exemption. Upon notification from the Department, the licensee will comply and act immediately to terminate the employment of, remove from the facility or bar from entering the facility for any person it is deemed necessary while the Department considers granting or denying an exemption. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. 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. Facility maintains a ratio of one teacher supervising no more than 14 children in care. LPA reviewed a sample of children\342\200\231s files and observed files were complete with contact information for authorized representative and or relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child and medical assessment. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and observed files were complete with health screening, immunization records for influenza, pertussis, measles and current documentation of completed Mandated Reporter Training. Menus are posted one month in advance where an authorized representative can view them. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) are not 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 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, deficiencies are cited. An exit interview was conducted, a copy of this report was read and provided to the Site Supervisor. LIC 9213 Notice of Site Visit was provided and required to be posted for 30 days.

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.

  • 101238(a)Type B

    BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS

    Based on LPA's observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that there is a broken window in Classroom 9 and a light fixture which is hanging. This poses a potential health and safety risk to the children in care.

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What happened during the December 12, 2024 inspection of JEKAL EARLY LEARNING CENTER?

This was a inspection inspection of JEKAL EARLY LEARNING CENTER on December 12, 2024. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to JEKAL EARLY LEARNING CENTER on December 12, 2024?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on LPA's observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that there is a broken window in..."

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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