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FIREHOUSE PRESCHOOLLicense 1980134371 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On January 9, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carolyn Tuba conducted an unannounced Case Management Deficiency inspection. A COVID risk assessment was conducted. LPA met with staff in charge, Sonam Gehi due to Director, Catherine Marcelline was not available but was on her way to the facility. LPA took a tour and gained a census of 34 children with 4 staff in care. During the visit Director arrived at approximately, 10:15 am. At approximately 10:00 am while LPA was conducting a census of the children along with staff, Sonam Gehi, and entering the 2-year-old classroom staff, Sonam Gehi and LPA observed 2 children unsupervised. It was observed there was no staff member in the classroom. LPA observed 2 staff outside with 10 additional children and the back door leading outside was closed. Staff, Sonam Gehi opened the back door to ask staff about the children inside the classroom and lead teacher stated that they were coming inside from outside play time. LPA stated to staff that children require 100% visual supervision at all times. The following deficiency listed on the attached LIC 809 (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiency that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children\342\200\231s health & safety. One (1) Type A - A copy of this report shall be provided to the parent/guardian of children currently enrolled by the next business day or immediately upon return. A copy of this report shall also be provided to the parent/guardian of any newly enrolled children for the next 12 months (1 year). The Acknowledgement form must be maintained in each child\342\200\231s file immediately upon receipt from parent. Licensee/Director was provided with a copy of the parent Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Reports Form during this visit. An exit interview was conducted with Director, Catherine Marcelline and a copy of this report and Notice of Site Visit was provided and shall be posted for 30 days in an area accessible for review. page 1 of 1

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.

  • 101700.3(b)(1)Type B

    California Lead Action Level at Child Care Centers

    101700.3(b)(1) California Lead Action Level at Child Care Centers. (b) Testing results with...readings of 0.5 ppb or greater... (1) A result with values of 5.5 ppb or greater shall be deemed an Action Level Exceedance. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on testing results with an Action Level Exceedance (ALE) which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 101229(a)(1)Type A

    RESPONSIBILITY FOR PROVIDING CARE AND SUPERVISION

    101229(a)(1) Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision (a) The licensee shall provide care and supervision as necessary to meet the children's needs. No child(ren) shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time, except as specified in Sections 101216.2(e)(1) & 101230(c)(1). Supervision shall include visual observation. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA observation that children were left unsupervised inside the classroom with no adult supervision. This poses an immediate Health and Safety risk to children in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the January 9, 2024 inspection of FIREHOUSE PRESCHOOL?

This was a other inspection of FIREHOUSE PRESCHOOL on January 9, 2024. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to FIREHOUSE PRESCHOOL on January 9, 2024?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "101700.3(b)(1) California Lead Action Level at Child Care Centers. (b) Testing results with...readings of 0.5 ppb or gr..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a other inspection. other inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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