Lead safety check·January 11, 2023

On 01/11/2023, at 1:45 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Veronica Martinez Garza conducted an unannounced case management inspection for an Action Level Exceedance (ALE) detected in a water fixture in the facility. LPA met with facility director, Maryam Massoudi, during the visit. There are of total of 2 classrooms for the preschool program. LPA observed children napping in the following rooms: Pre-K room(#1)- 19 children with 2 staff, PS room(#3) - 18 children with 3 staff . Facility was within ratio & capacity. A COVID 19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. Analyst reviewed new Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, which requires the testing of water for lead in Child Care Centers (CCCs) with facility director during the inspection. Per AB 2370, all CCCs that are located in buildings constructed before January 1, 2010, must have their water tested and post the results by January 1, 2023, and every 5 years after the date of the first testing. Facility provided facility sketch and required forms LIC 9276, LIC999 and LIC9275 to LPA on 11/09/2022. On 12/01/2022, the Department received notification from the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB), Division of Drinking Water (DDW). The SWRCB report indicated the facility was inspected and samples were collected on 11/19/2022 . Faucet and drinking fountain reported with 5.5 ppb or greater lead exceedance levels were as follows: \357\202\267 D \342\200\223 Sink Faucet in the Pre K room (7.800 UG/L) \342\200\223 Faucet currently not in use Director stated that the facility has not been using the faucet since COVID 19 pandemic started in 2020. The faucet is located inside the Pre K room. Director stated that the water has been shut off and was only turned on for the purpose of the lead testing. Facility has put a "do not use" sign on the sink faucet and made it further inaccessible by attaching and securing a plastic bag around the faucet. Page 1 of 2 The plumber has completely shut off the water. LPA took pictures of the faucet and sink. Director stated that she will have the vanity with the faucet replaced sometime next week and obtain a retest of it afterwards. LPA observed water dispensers readily available. Facility provides water via a pitcher or refills children's water bottles. A deficiency was cited to ensure that the water faucet noted will not be used as a drinking source for the children. Grant funding will be available for testing and remediation of lead to the Child Care Centers that qualify. To make a determination of eligibility, refer to PIN 21-04-CCP. For Lead Testing and Prevention Information, including additional resources please visit https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information Type B deficiency cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Please see attached LIC 809-D. The deficiency that is being cited needs to be cleared to protect the children\342\200\231s health & safety. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative, Director Maryam Massoudi. A copy of PIN 21-21-CCP and appeal rights were provided to facility today. A notice of site visit was also provided and must remain posted for 30 days. Page 2 of 2