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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

OPTIONS - WILLOWOODLicense 1980070992 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Veronica Martinez Garza conducted an unannounced required 1 year inspection at the above facility on 04/12/23 at 9:00AM. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. LPA wore appropriate personal protective equipment. LPA met with Site supervisor, Vivian Bautista Herrera. LPA observed 27 children present. The program operates on the campus of Willowood Elementary School. This Full Day program operates Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM. In addition to the Full Day program, Options for Learning also operates a State Preschool in the AM and Head Start program in the PM. Both programs function in a separate portable. Children attending the Full Day program use a portable which is adjacent to the elementary school. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. The room is well ventilated via central air/ heat. The refrigerator, microwave and electric oven were observed to be clean. Carpeting and flooring were also observed to be clean and maintained. A staff and children's restrooms are available inside the classroom. Portable #2 submitted a work order for (1) sink that is out of order and a copy was provided to LPA. Availability of drinking water is provided via water jugs with disposable paper cups. Cleaning solutions are stored inside a locked cabinet and/or cabinets that are not accessible to children. Children have cubbies to store their personal items in. A variety of games and other learning materials are available. Children at this site do nap. All napping equipment: cots, bedding, and linen were appropriately stored. Bedding and linen are washed on site. Currently the isolation area for ill children is the "office" and ill children use the staff restroom. The playground is completely fenced with a five-foot chain-link fence. Children have access to a grassy field area, sandbox, and hard yard. Playground equipment was observed to be well anchored and has rubber cushioning underneath to absorb falls. LPA observed rubber cushion to have some cracks. There are shade structures in place and a variety of playground toys and bicycles for children to play with. Water jugs with disposable paper cups are taken outdoors as a drinking source. First Aid supplies are kept in a backpack and were inventoried for quantity and expiration dates. Site Supervisor Vivian Bautista Herrera First Aid is current and expires 10/2023. Page 1 of 3 There are five staff assigned at this site to ensure that teacher-child ratios are in compliance at all times. LPA found that facility is operating within ratio. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met. Roster was available and up to date. An Emergency Disaster Drill log is kept. The program conducts routine emergency drills last recorded for portable #1 03/21/23 and portable #2 03/31/23. Per staff, a wellness check is conducted upon arrival. Sign in and out sheets and procedures were reviewed. Portable #1-LPA observed child #1 (C1) present but was not signed in on 04/12/23. Portable #2- LPA observed all children physically present were signed in. LPA provided consultation with Site Supervisor. Menus were reviewed for availability, quantity, and appropriateness to children in care. The program offers breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack. Meals are provided by Options Food Program which follows mandated Federal Food Guidelines. Meal menus, license, car seat law, parents' rights for centers, emergency disaster plan and all other posting requirements were observed. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. An IMS plan has been submitted. There are (3) children in portable #1 and (4) children in portable #2 receiving IMS services at this time. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s medication records. LPA observed C3 and C5 have over the counter medications that conflict with parents instructions. 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 Criminal Record Clearances are a contingency for hire. All clearances are associated to this license. Administrative File #198007099 . Mandated Reporter Training Certificate and immunization requirements are also a requirement for hire. More information can be found at: http:/www.mandatedreporterca.com/training /training.htm. All licensed providers, applicants, directors, and employees are required to complete training as specified on the mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. Volunteers are encouraged but not required to take the training. Please review all elements outlined in AB 1207- Mandated Reporting Training. Page 2 of 3 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 http://www.ccld.ca.gov \342\200\223 To access licensing forms, updates, and Title 22 Regulations Per waiver agreement on file for Options, employee and children's records will be reviewed during a collateral inspection at the Covina, CA headquarters. The following deficiencies were cited in accordance with Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and Health & Safety Codes. Please see 809D for documentation of deficiencies. Upon receipt, the Licensee shall post the Notice of Site Visit. The Notice of Site Visit shall be posted for thirty (30) consecutive days. Failure to maintain posted as required will result in a $100 civil penalty. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report has been signed by Site Supervisor, Vivian Bautista Herrera and provided. Appeal rights explained 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.

  • 101226(e)(4)(B)2Type B

    Based on observation, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in C3 and C5 have over the counter medications that conflict with parents instructions which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • SIGN IN AND SIGN OUT

    Based on observation, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in from 27 children present 26 were signed in and only 1 was not signed in which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the April 12, 2023 inspection of OPTIONS - WILLOWOOD?

This was a inspection inspection of OPTIONS - WILLOWOOD on April 12, 2023. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to OPTIONS - WILLOWOOD on April 12, 2023?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in C3 and C5 have over..."

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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