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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

ALPHA-SHEN PRESCHOOLLicense 198018738
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mireya Garcia conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection. LPA met with Director, Linda Chu, who guided LPA on a tour of the facility indoors and outdoors. This is a preschool program which consists of 4 classrooms; Pre-K 1, SR. Threes, JR. Threes and Pre-K 2. Facility operation hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. This facility has a capacity of 44 children; preschool children ages 2 through 5 years old. Upon arrival, the following staff were present during this inspection: Pre-K 1 RM: Staff #1 with 3 preschoolers; SR. Threes RM:, no children were observed in the room during LPA\342\200\231s arrival; JR. Threes RM: Staff #2 with 2 preschoolers, and Pre-K 2 RM: Staff #3 with 7 preschoolers. Staff #4, was observed outside in the check in table conducting health checks. Teacher-child ratio is met. All individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher at all times. REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE 1 OF 5. LPA observed the facility to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair. Furniture and equipment were inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. All toilets and hand washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. At this time, the staff work room is used as an isolation area. There are chairs, restroom and a mat can be placed in the office. Parents are contacted immediately when children are determined to be ill and staff are ensuring that children with obvious symptoms of illness are not being accepted. Food menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. Preschoolers are provided with Breakfast, Lunch and PM Snack. All kitchen, food preparation, and storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All food is protected from contamination, and LPA inspected that any contaminated food is discarded immediately. Per Director, children bring their water bottles from home and water bottles are provided if needed. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, shall have tight fitting covers on and in good repair. There are no trash cans with tight fitting lids in the classrooms however, Director states that trash is removed from the classroom right after meal times. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are stored in an area inaccessible to children. Director states that there are no poisons stored at the facility. REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE 2 OF 5. Facility has one functioning carbon monoxide detector that meets statutory requirements. The carbon monoxide detector is located in the entrance room (piano room), which was tested at 8:18 am, and it is in operable condition. The facility representative takes measures to keep the facility free of flies, other insects and rodents. Outdoor play equipment was observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Outdoor activity space surface is maintained in a safe condition as is free of hazards. The Director states that there are no bodies of water on the premises and LPA did not observe any bodies of water during this visit. Areas around and/or under climbing equipment and slides have soft cushioning to absorb a fall. Sign in and out sheets were reviewed by LPA to ensure that children who are present where sign in. Staff Records were reviewed to ensure that personnel records are maintained on all staff. Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. LPA issued the Children\342\200\231s Record Review (LIC 857) and the Review of Staff records (LIC 859) to the Director during this inspection. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE 3 OF 5. SB792 (Immunization Requirements for Staff and Employees) was discussed with the facility representative. AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting \342\200\223 On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. 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 REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE 4 OF 5. The following was discussed : \302\267 Reporting Requirements. \302\267 The facility shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights: to be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations. \302\267 All personnel shall be in good health and shall be physically and mentally capable of performing assigned tasks; personnel that pose a threat to the health and safety of children shall be relieved of their duties. \302\267 All personnel shall be given on the job training in housekeeping, sanitation principles and universal health precautions. LPA advised the facility representative to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . At this time, there were no deficiencies cited during today\342\200\231s inspection. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with facility representative, Linda Chu. REPORT ENDS HERE PAGE 5 OF 5.

Citations

No citations recorded on this visit

The inspector found no violations of California child care regulations during this visit.

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What happened during the May 31, 2022 inspection of ALPHA-SHEN PRESCHOOL?

This was a inspection inspection of ALPHA-SHEN PRESCHOOL on May 31, 2022. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to ALPHA-SHEN PRESCHOOL on May 31, 2022?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

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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