Lead safety check·February 7, 2024

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Jennifer Hua conducted an unannounced case management inspection on 2/7/2024. A COVID 19 risk assessment was conducted. LPA met with director/licensee Fameeda Cassim, the purpose of the visit was announced. The purpose of today's inspection is to go over the water lead test results received on 01/30/2024. Results indicate that "A\342\200\235, \342\200\234B\342\200\235, "D" and "E" water source had action level exceedance of lead. The "A" water source located in room #1 had a lead result of 29, the \342\200\234B\342\200\235 water source located in room #1 had a lead result of 7.4, the "D" water source located in room #2 had a lead result of 6.6 and the "E" water source located in room #2 had a lead result of 5.6. Per director, outlets "B" and "E" are sink faucets that are and have been used for hand washing only. Outlets "A" and "D" are drinking fountains that have been capped and pipes have been removed. LPA observed signs by faucets "B" and "E" is to be used for hand washing only. LPA observed drinking fountains "A" and "D" have been capped and pipes have been removed, photos were also received. LPA also observed bottled water in the classroom cabinet. Per director, ceased using drinking fountains as soon as results were received, but previous to that date, children had access. Per director, children bring their own water bottle and facility also purchased additional bottled water for drinking. Director also stated that bottled water are also refilled from an outlet in the kitchen that had no deterrence. 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.