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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

LOVE & CARE PRE-SCHOOLLicense 1980057362 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Fabiola Vasquez conducted an unannounced Annual/Required inspection to the above facility. LPA met with Lucia Leung, Director. This is a preschool program which is licensed for 99 children. The facility operates Monday – Friday from 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM. Per the Director there are 71 children enrolled 8 being kindergarten. This is a preschool program which consists of 4 classrooms. Covid Precautionary Measures are being conducted at the main entrance of the facility. At approximately 12:40 PM LPA Vasquez began facility tour with Director. All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected. LPA did not observe children in classroom #1 (Kindergarten), LPA observed 28 children in with 04 staff in classroom # 2, per director classroom 1 children and 2 were together for lunch celebrating Cinco de Mayo. In Classroom #3: there were 22 children with 03 staff, In Classroom #4: there were 19 children with 02 staff. There were 71 preschool children signed in. All children were observed to be transitioning to nap time. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. Staff names were recorded. Criminal Record Clearances were reviewed. During this inspection, all children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher at all times. LPA observed required forms to be posted on the Parent Board located near entrance of facility. LPA observed the following: Facility License, Snack Menus, LIC 613A Personal Rights, PUB 269 Child Car Seat Poster, PUB 369 Notification of Parent's Rights, and LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Plan. LIC 9148 Earthquake Preparedness and Verification of Disaster and Fire Drills were reviewed. LPA observed the facility to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair. Furniture and equipment was inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All surfaces and materials accessible to children, including toys, are toxic free. All toilets and hand washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. At this time, there is an Isolation area outside the Director’s office. There is also a space in each room that can be used, there are screens labeled Isolation area, if needed. PAGE 1 OF 3 Parents are contacted immediately when children are determined to be ill and staff are ensuring that children with obvious symptoms of illness are not being accepted. Snack menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. The facility provides Breakfast, Lunch and PM snack. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are stored in an area inaccessible to children. Storage areas for poisons are locked. Facility was missing proof of a functioning carbon monoxide detector Fire extinguisher was served during the inspection. Outdoor play equipment was observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. LPA observed age appropriate toys and equipment for infants in care. Outdoor activity space surface is maintained in a safe condition as is free of hazards. The Director states that there are no bodies of water on the premises and LPA did not observe any bodies of water during this. Director states there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. LPA observed all children present to be signed in. *REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE Staff Records were reviewed and discussed to ensure the following are present: Staff qualifications, proof of immunization’s, current Pediatric First Aid & CPR certification, health preventive practices documented, TB Clearance or Risk Assessment, LIC 503 Health Screening Report, LIC 508 Criminal Record Statement, LIC 9108 Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, Mandated Reporter Certificate and the LIC 9052 Notice of Employee’s Rights. LPA observed that staff 1,3,5,6 were missing proof of MMR. Staff 3, 5 were missing proof of Tdap. Staff 7 was missing proof of TB clearance. PAGE 2 OF 3 Children’s Records were reviewed and discussed to ensure that the following are present: LIC 613A Personal Rights, Admission Agreement, LIC 700 Identification and Emergency form, LIC 701 Physician’s Report, LIC 995 Notification of Parent’s Rights, LIC 627 Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment and Immunization Record. LPA requested updates of the following items: LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Plan, LIC 308 Designation of Facility Responsibility, LIC 309 Administrative Organization, Schedule of Activities and Admission Agreement. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS . LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226.The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/process . Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . Deficiencies are being cited on the 809D. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Lucia Leung. PAGE 3 OF 3

Citations

2 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.

  • ARTICLE 1. General Provisions and Definitions

    Based on record review Staff # 1,3,5,6 are missing proof of MMR. Staff 3, 5 are missing proof of Tdap. Staff # 7 is missing proof of TB clerance, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 1596.954Type B

    ARTICLE 2. Licensure Requirements

    Based on LPAS observation facility was missing proof of a carbon monoxide. the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the May 5, 2022 inspection of LOVE & CARE PRE-SCHOOL?

This was an inspection of LOVE & CARE PRE-SCHOOL on May 5, 2022. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to LOVE & CARE PRE-SCHOOL on May 5, 2022?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on record review Staff # 1,3,5,6 are missing proof of MMR. Staff 3, 5 are missing proof of Tdap. Staff # 7 is mis..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was an inspection. Inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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