Lead safety check·March 12, 2024

On 03/12/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kruz Long conducted an unannounced Case Management inspection for an Action Level Exceedance (ALE) detected in a water fixture in the facility. A COVID 19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. LPA met with Carmen Nelson, Site Director and explained the purpose of the visit. Also present in the facility was 18 day care children, 3 teachers and 1 associate. Facility was within ratio & capacity. Analyst reviewed new Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, which requires the testing of water for lead in Child Care Centers (CCCs) with facility Site Director during the inspection. Per AB 2370, all CCCs that are in buildings constructed before January 1, 2010, must have their water tested and post the results by January 1, 2023, and every 5 years after the date of the first testing. The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) report indicated the facility was inspected and samples were collected on 08/31/2023. Faucets and drinking fountain reported with 5.5 ppb or greater lead exceedance levels were as follows: \302\267 Drinking Fountain- B (15 ppb) \342\200\223 LPA observed drinking fountain was removed and capped- picture was taken. Staff stated facility uses tap water from the main kitchen and place in a water jug. page 1 of 2 Grant funding will be available for testing and remediation of lead to the Child Care Centers that qualify. To make a determination of eligibility, refer to PIN 21-04-CCP. For Lead Testing and Prevention Information, including additional resources please visit https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information See LIC809D for Type B deficiency cited. A notice of site visit was also provided and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and this report and appeal rights was provided to Carmen Nelson, Site Director. page 2 of 2