complaint·June 17, 2024

Page 2 On 05/30/2024, the Orange County Child Care Office received a complaint alleging: Staff does not ensure facility is clean and sanitized. During the investigation, LPA toured the facility, reviewed documents, and conducted interviews with the reporting party, staff, children, and parents. On 6/03/2024, Reporting Party (RP) stated there are times where the classrooms and particularly the restrooms are filthy. On 06/04/2024, LPA toured facility with Director Derek Weinmann. During inspection LPA toured classroom restrooms that had toilets with urine/dirt (mold) rings, paper towels on floors, sinks with dirt marking's, and toilets not flushed. One of the classrooms had a changing table with sand/dirt where children lay. On 6/04/2024, LPA interviewed Staff 1-8 (S1- S8). S1-S8 stated that it is the teachers’ responsibility to clean the restrooms and classrooms. S3-S8 stated that they clean and sanitize table areas after meals and during nap time. But are not able to clean the restrooms as often due to supervising children and ratio. On 6/04/2024, LPA interviewed 3 children. 3 children stated that when they get their hands dirty, they wash their hands. 2 children stated that if they need paper towels, they will tell a teacher. On 6/14/2024, LPA conducted parent interviews. LPA called 8 parents and 1 of the parents called were able to be interviewed. Parents interviewed did not divulge any information pertaining to the allegation. Based on LPA observations, interviews with reporting party, staff, children, and parents, the preponderance of evidence has been met; therefore, Buildings and Grounds allegation: There are times where the classrooms and particularly the restrooms are filthy is SUBSTANTIATED. See LIC9099D for deficiency cited. Continue to page 3. Page 3 Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Derek Weinmann. The director was informed that the “Notice of Site Visit” must be posted on or adjacent to the door for 30 days. Failure to post will result in a Civil Penalty of a $100.00. Appeal Rights and deficiencies were discussed. Director was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. Page 2 During the investigation, LPA was led on a tour of the facility reviewed documents, conducted interviews with the reporting party, staff, children, and parents. On 06/03/2024, Reporting Party (RP) stated restrooms are unstocked with things like paper towels, toilet paper, and hand soap. On 06/04/2024, LPA toured facility with Director Derek Weinmann. During inspection LPA toured classroom bathrooms and observed toilet paper, paper towels, soap, and extra supplies in office. On 4/23/2024, LPA interviewed 8 staff (S1- S8). S1-S8 stated when they need more toiletry supplies that they will ask staff that is close by for extra, pick up in the morning or on their breaks, or walkie talkie and the office will bring it. On 6/04/2024, LPA interviewed 3 children. 3 children stated that when they get their hands dirty, they wash their hands. 2 children stated that if they need paper towels, they will tell a teacher. On 6/04/2024, LPA conducted parent interviews. LPA called 8 parents and 1 of the parents called were able to be interviewed. Parents interviewed did not divulge any information pertaining to the allegations. Based on LPA observations, interviews with reporting party, staff, children and parents, there was not enough evidence to substantiate the allegation Personal Rights: Staff does not ensure restroom has adequate supplies. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid the preponderance of evidence has not been met; therefore, the allegation: and is found to be UNSUBSTANTIATED. No deficiency cited. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Derek Weinmann. The director was informed that the “Notice of Site Visit” must be posted on or adjacent to the door for 30 days. Failure to post will result in a Civil Penalty of a $100.00. Director was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days.