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CAL-TOT CARE CENTERLicense 198400411
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

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Prior to entrance to the facility, LPA Mayra Rivera conducted a Covid 19 assessment and based on the responses to the facility assessment questions, LPA Rivera determined safe to proceed. On Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at 10:45 AM , Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mayra Rivera conducted a change of ownership inspection and met with Member Helen Tuong and Director, Michael Salas who guided LPA Rivera on a tour of the facility. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following staff were present during this visit: Infant room: Staff #1, #2, #3, and #4 with 10 infant children. Toddlers room: staff #5, #6, #7 with 7 children (18 months to 24 months) and cruisers room: staff #8 and #9 with 4 children (12 months to 18 months). At 10:45 AM LPA Rivera entered the infant room to conduct an inspection and measurements. LPA Rivera observed 10 infants with Staff #1, #2, #3, and #4 . LPA observed three children sitting in their chairs eating their lunch, one child sleeping in the crib ( 1 year old) and seven children playing in the play area. At 10:50 AM LPA observed disinfectants, cleaning solutions, on top of the counter away from food and inaccessible to children. At 11:00 AM LPA observed individual containers with names in the refrigerator. The containers contained bottles, and food items with children's names. LPA observed infants daily communication forms completed and posted.. LPA observed the furniture and equipment in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and infant crawling carpet area clean. LPA observed emergency cribs labeled with names and with mattress with fitted sheets. At 11:30 AM LPA Rivera entered to cruisers room to conduct an inspection and measurements. LPA observed four children sitting down and having lunch. LPA observed individual containers with names inside the refrigerator. At 11:45 AM LPA Rivera entered the toddlers room to conduct an inspection and measurements. LPA observed 6 children sitting down having lunch, and one washing their hands. LPA observed individual containers with names inside the refrigerator. At 11:52 AM LPA observed food preparation area and food storage area clean and free of litter, rubbish and rodents and/or any other vermin. LPA observed storage containers and moveable bins with tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair and trash cans with tight fitting lids. Lunch is provided by the parents and the facility provides the snacks. Children have their own water bottles and LPA observed a water dispenser in the kitchen and used for refills. Sign in and out procedures take place in the front entrance. Telephone service, heating lighting and ventilation were evaluated. At 12:00 PM, LPA observed a telephone installed in the directors office. The kitchen is located in the preschool area. For ventilation and heating, LPA observed the air vents on the ceiling walls and LPA observed the thermostats located in the infant room and toddlers room and the current room temperature to be at 77 degrees. LPA observed the fire extinguishers located in toddlers and infant rooms and the valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged (purchased 6/22/2021). Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are located in each classroom on the top ceiling.. Each classroom has their own first aid kit located in the shelves. At 1:00 PM LPA Rivera entered the outdoor playground to conduct an inspection and measurements. LPA observed the equipment to be in safe condition, free of sharp, no lose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. Trees and shade sales provide adequate shade in the play yard. LPA observed lots of dry leaves on the ground and advised Director to conduct a safety check before the children come out to play. Based on measurements taken during today's inspection upon approval the facility shall be licensed for a capacity of 39 for indoor and 11 for outdoor. The following information 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 . Exit interview was conducted with member Helen Tuong. LPA Rivera and Member Helen Tuong discused covid procedures. Temperature checks are conducted prior to entering the facility, children wash their hands during drop off, during transitions, after using restroom and before and after lunch, Health checks are conducted daily during drop off, if any symptooms related to Covid child is not allowed to stay and if a fever over 100.4 child is not allowed to come in to the center and a covid test is required. If child is exposed, child will need to quarantine for 14 days. Items discussed during this visit: 1. The following items are prohibited by Licensing: Refused Entry to a Facility or Any Part of a Facility is a violation of Section 1596.852, 1596.853 or 1597.09. Regulations 101238 (g) (2), The Presence of an Excluded Individual, Fire Clearance Violations, Accessible Bodies of Water, Accessible Firearms, Ammunition or Both. 2. Breakfast/Lunch/Snack Menus: Menus are required to be posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days must also be available upon request. 3. Designated Staff: The name of the childcare center director or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director's absence must be on file. 4. Current Children\342\200\231s Roster: Each child day care facility shall maintain a current roster of children who are provided care in the facility. The roster shall include the name, address, and daytime telephone number of the child's parent or guardian, and the name and telephone number of the child's physician. This roster shall be available to the licensing agency upon request. 5. Pediatric First Aid and CPR: At least one person trained in Pediatric First Aid and CPR must be present at all times with the children.. Per applicant, Teacher\342\200\231s will have a copy of their teacher permit available. 6. Qualifications: Educational background, training, and/or experience for each staff present must be available for review. Per applicant, Teacher\342\200\231s will have a copy of their teacher permit available. 7. Immunization Requirements: Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles 8. Children\342\200\231s Records: must be available for review; including but not limited to, the following: Name, address and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary. 9 . Incidental Medical Services (IMS): This facility plans to provide Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. For IMS information, see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. A Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. (An IMS Plan was provided with the application and will be reviewed).

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 June 22, 2021 inspection of CAL-TOT CARE CENTER?

This was a other inspection of CAL-TOT CARE CENTER on June 22, 2021. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to CAL-TOT CARE CENTER on June 22, 2021?

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

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