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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

NANCY FULLER CHILDREN'S UNIVERSITY, INCLicense 2038089641 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 8/26/21 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Brannon, conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection for the preschool license. LPA met with Director, Martha Navia , and toured the facility indoors and outdoors. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises. There are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. During today\342\200\231s inspection, LPA observed a can of Lysol spray in the classroom. At this time, some of the children were in the other classroom and the other children were in the outside play yard. No poisons were observed during the inspection. Furniture and equipment are free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. In the preschool classroom, LPA observed a padded mat with corners that were worn, and foam was showing. Director removed the padded mat immediately. LPA observed shelving units that have rolling coasters and can be tipped over. Per director, she has placed an invoice for brackets to ensure furniture does not tip over. During today's inspection, LPA received a copy of the invoice. LPA observed the play sink without handles and was unable to open the doors under the play sink. Director stated that she has the door handles and installed them during today\342\200\231s inspection. During today\342\200\231s inspection, LPA observed that the licensee is utilizing worn railroad ties as a border to help keep the cushioning material, pea gravel, from going onto the grass area. LPA observed children playing in the outside play area without shoes. One railroad tie has splintered on the side, resulting in a thin piece of wood with jagged and pointed edges. The climbing structure is made out of plastic and the company is Little Tykes. There is a missing age appropriate sticker. Cushioning used under the climbing structure is pea gravel and mature trees for shade. All toilets and handwashing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. CONTINUED ON FOLLOWING PAGE Floors in the facility are clean and safe. All kitchen, food preparation and storage areas are clean, free of litter/rubbish and free of rodents/vermin. All food is protected against contamination and any contaminated food is discarded immediately. Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors. Director is using water dispenser with disposable cup dispenser with disposable cups for the inside and outside drinking water. Areas around high climbing equipment, swings and slides have cushioning material to absorb falls. The facility is free of flies, insects and rodents. Facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors that meet statutory requirements. Prior to working or volunteering in a licensed child care facility, all individuals subject to a criminal record review have received a criminal record clearance or exemption. Upon notification from the Department, the licensee will comply and act immediately to terminate the employment of, remove from the facility or bar from entering the facility for any person it is deemed necessary while the Department considers granting or denying an exemption. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. At least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid is present when children are at the facility or at offsite activities. Nancy Fuller Children\342\200\231s University Inc director or fully-qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director\342\200\231s absence has been reported to the Department. The person who signs the child in/out of the facility shall use their full legal signature and record the time of day. This facility allows parents to use Brightwheel and/or wet signatures when signing their children in or out. All children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. Facility maintains a ratio of one teacher supervising no more than 12 children in care. LPA reviewed a sample of children\342\200\231s files and observed files were complete with contact information for authorized representative and or relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child and medical assessment. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and observed files were complete with health screening, immunization records for influenza, pertussis and measles and current documentation of completed mandated reporter training. Menus are posted at least one week in advance where an authorized representative can view them. Fire drill conducted and documented on 8/3/21. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) are currently offered, but there are no children requiring IMS at this time. Licensee is aware that an IMS plan is required to be submitted to the licensing office if they provide any of these services. Information regarding Americans with Disability Act (ADA) can be obtained by contacting US Department of Justice toll free ADA Information line at (800) 514-0301(voice), (800) 514-0383 (TDD) and website link https://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . CONTINUED ON FOLLOWING PAGE LPA and Licensee discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to Provider Information Notices (PINs), Quarterly Updates, COVID-19 Information and Resources, Mandated Reporter Training, Safe Sleep in Child Care, Lead Poisoning Facts, Forms and Regulations. Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations, the following deficiency is being cited: (see next page, 809 D) Licensee was provided a copy of their appeal rights. Upon receipt of a Type A violation, licensee shall post and provide copies of this licensing report to parents/guardians of children in care at the facility and to parents/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months. A copy of the Fact Sheet - Child Care Parent Notification Requirements and a copy of LIC 9224 was given to licensee. 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.

Citations

1 citation recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • 101238(a)Type A

    BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS

    Buildings and Grounds. The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. This requirement was not met as evidenced by LPA observed children playing in the outside play area without shoes. One railroad tie has splintered on the side, resulting in a thin piece of wood with jagged and pointed edges. This is an immediate personal rights, health and safety risk to children in care.

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What happened during the August 26, 2021 inspection of NANCY FULLER CHILDREN'S UNIVERSITY, INC?

This was a inspection inspection of NANCY FULLER CHILDREN'S UNIVERSITY, INC on August 26, 2021. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to NANCY FULLER CHILDREN'S UNIVERSITY, INC on August 26, 2021?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "Buildings and Grounds. The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure th..."

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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