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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

DOS PALOS STATE PRESCHOOLLicense 2438081371 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 08/18/2021 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Robert Gutierrez, conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection for the preschool license. LPA met with Site Supervisor, Virgina Franco and toured the facility indoors and outdoors. Days and hours of operation are Monday \342\200\223 Friday 8:00 AM \342\200\223 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM \342\200\223 3:00 PM. This facility operates mid-August through May. 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. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible. No poisons were observed during the inspection. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All toilets and handwashing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Floors in the facility are clean and safe. Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors. Areas around high climbing equipment and slides have cushioning material to absorb falls. Facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors that meet statutory requirements. Staff fingerprint through Dos Palos Unified School District as a condition of employment. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. LPA was provided expired CPR cards and was informed that an in person training was conducted on July 30 th and that staff are still waiting on certificates. The name of the child care center 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. 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. Continued on 809-C 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 immunization records for influenza, pertussis and measles. Staff #1 (S1) and Staff #2 (S2) did not have a current Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. Menus are posted at least one week in advance where an authorized representative can view them. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) are currently being provided. Licensee is aware that an IMS plan needs to be submitted. 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 . 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 1, of the California Code of Regulations, the following deficiency are being cited: (see next page, 809 D) Licensee was provided a copy of their appeal rights. 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.

  • 1596.8662(3)Type B

    Current proof of completion for each licensed child care provider or applicant for that license, administrator, and employee of a licensed child day care facility shall be submitted to the department upon inspection of the child day care or upon request by the department. This requirement is not met as evidenced by file review conducted during today’s inspection. Upon inspection, licensee was unable to provide LPA with S1 and S2 current mandated reporter training. This poses as a potential risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care.

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What happened during the August 18, 2021 inspection of DOS PALOS STATE PRESCHOOL?

This was a inspection inspection of DOS PALOS STATE PRESCHOOL on August 18, 2021. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to DOS PALOS STATE PRESCHOOL on August 18, 2021?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Current proof of completion for each licensed child care provider or applicant for that license, administrator, and empl..."

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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