Lead safety check·April 4, 2023

On 04/04/23 Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Denisia Jimenez and Araceli Gibson conducted an unannounced case management inspection. LPAs met with Anitra Peterson Director for the purpose of conducting a case management inspection, regarding a lead exceedance referred to as an Action Level Exceedance (ALE) of over 5.5 parts per billion (ppb) in the water at the facility. Fresno Regional Office received notification of water lead exceedance at the facility resulting from a recent water lead sampling test. Based on records reviewed from Child Care Center Lead Sampling, Reporting Tool, and self-reported information to licensee # 203808144 two outlets were affected: Outlet A kitchen sink shows an ALE of 13.000 ppb, Outlet B water fountain in the play area shows an ALE of 6.500 ppb. This result indicates out of compliance over (ALE) 5.5 ppb. (See Plan of correction for further corrective action 809D). Director agrees to continue with the re-sampling process for an action level result of under 5.5 ppb for compliance with a Certified Sampler. Director stated facility is providing water for the children. Children are bringing in their water bottles and refilled at the facility from bottled water service Sparkletts. Facility will post results for parents to review Per PIN 21-21-1 CCP WD 101703 (b). In addition, parents and guardians will be informed by letter and verbally of the (ALE) Per PIN 21-21-1 CCP WD 101704 (b)(3). Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, of the California Code of Regulations, A type B deficiency is being cited: (see next page, 809 D). Director was provided a copy of appeal rights. An exit interview was conducted. This report shall be made available to the public upon request. LIC 9213 Notice of Site Visit is provided and required to be posted for 30 days.