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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

MAOF CHILD CARE CENTER-SANTA ANALicense 3042706832 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Aiddee Nunez conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of a 3 year inspection. LPA and director toured the facility inside and outside and the floor and yard plan were verified. Census was taken in individual classrooms. The overall census observed was 4 preschool staff and 8 preschool children. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. Facility hours are 6:30a.m.- 5:30p.m., Monday through Friday. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. During the inspection of the indoor activity space, items which could pose a danger to children (detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications) were observed to be stored out of the reach of children. Poisons/Hazardous Items are not kept on the premises. Food is prepared on site; breakfast, lunch and snacks are provided. Food prep areas were clean and sanitary. Food is properly stored. Menus were posted where they could be reviewed by parents. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and were observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. There is drinking water available to children indoors by drinking cups and pitcher. The children's bathrooms are clean and sanitary. Children nap on cots and bedding is stored individually and is taken home weekly to be washed by parents. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher. Facility met all posting requirement . The California Child Passenger Safety Law was posted by the entrance of the facility. Page 1 of 3 The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. The playground was enclosed by a fence at least four feet in height. The surface of the outdoor activity space was well maintained and free of hazards. The cushioning material wood chips around the climbing equipment, slides and other similar equipment appeared to be enough to absorbs falls. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by cups and pitcher. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair and free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. The facility grounds were safe, sanitary and in good repair. Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date, 5 staff files were reviewed. Health screening and immunizations as required were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family day care home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for staff were reviewed and within compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporting training, and to renew the training every two years. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 10/2/2025. Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. In the areas reviewed the children\342\200\231s files were found to be not in full compliance. 5 children's records did not have the LIC 9224 for the type A violation received on 3/26/2024. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. The person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. Page 2 of 3 Based on LPAs record reviews the following violations were observed are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, Section 1596.8595(c)(1) Reports to be provided to parents or guardian of each child receiving services, 101700(b) Written Directives for Lead Testing, are being cited on the attached LIC 809D. An Inspection and exit interview was completed with Lynette Ocampo. The report was reviewed and discussed. Appeal Rights and deficiencies were discussed. The facility representative 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. The facility representative was informed that the \342\200\234Notice of Site Visit\342\200\235 must be posted for 30 consecutive days. The \342\200\234Notice of Site Visit\342\200\235 must be posted on or adjacent to the door. Failure to post will result in Civil Penalties of $100.00. End of Report Page 3 of 3

Citations

2 citations 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.

  • ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

    Based on record reviews, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 5 children's files were missing LIC 9224 dated 3/26/2024 and interview with Staff#5 disclosed that LIC 9224 dated 3/26/24 along with the report was not given to all the parents which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 101700(b)Type B

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in the facility stated they exclusively use filter water but did not submit a written attestation to licensing office which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the June 27, 2024 inspection of MAOF CHILD CARE CENTER-SANTA ANA?

This was an inspection of MAOF CHILD CARE CENTER-SANTA ANA on June 27, 2024. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to MAOF CHILD CARE CENTER-SANTA ANA on June 27, 2024?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on record reviews, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 5 children's files were missing LIC..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was an inspection. Inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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