Lead safety check·October 18, 2023

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Jennifer Hua conducted an unannounced case management inspection on 10/18/2023. A COVID 19 risk assessment was conducted. LPA met with Director Gina Nicastro. The purpose of the visit was announced. The purpose of today's inspection is to go over the water lead test results received. Results indicate that "K” and “L” water source had action level exceedance of lead. The "K" water source located in the Infant program had a lead result of 20 and the “L” had a lead result of 6.7. Per director, outlets were bagged and labeled when it was tested high. The outlets were retested and cleared on 1/10/2023 and had no deterrence. LPA observed that the outlets are now being used. The director stated that outlet "K" was flushed, and outlet "L" was changed out. Per director, ceased using the outlets as soon as results were received and the outlets were bagged and labeled making them inaccessible for children and staff, but previous to that date, children had access. Water source was obtained from the kitchen faucet filled with a water pitcher. LPA advised director to review PIN 21-21.1-CCP (Written Directives for Lead Testing of Water). A deficiency is cited on attached 809D. An exit interview conducted with director. Notice of Site Visit form was provided and must be posted for 30 days in an area accessible for review.