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Inspection visit

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CATALYST KIDS-LINDBERGHLicense 3042707611 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analysts Patricia Rivas and Patricia Duron conducted an unannounced Case Mangement visit . LPAS met with Director, Gerardo Soto to discuss the Lead Sampling Testing conducted on 03/26/22. Director was advised on 04/20/22 that the Lead Sample Report was to be posted. LPAs confirmed the Director had posted the Lead Sample Report. Mr. Soto stated the outlets with high lead levels are inoperable. They have made faucets/outlets that tested with high lead levels inoperable via caution tape; signs, covering. One outlet is in a room#14 that has been permanently closed, used for storage. Room#14 is locked, inaccessible to staff and children; the only key available is held by Director, Soto. The second outlet is in the kitchen prep area only accessible by staff. LPAs viewed posted signs, taped. outlet. Third outlet is in room#19 it has been taped off and closed. Source of drinking water is from water bottles brought by children and refilled by staff using the water faucet outside of room #19. LPA was advised that they have put in a ticket with the Newport Mesa School District to replace outlets . Newport Mesa School District personnel will advise them of when will be done. Based on LPAs record reviews the following violation was observed and is being cited in accordance with Californai Code of Regulations Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, Section 101238(a) Buildings and Grounds is being cited on the attached LIC 809D. An inspection and exit interview were completed with Director, Soto. The report was reviewed and discussed. Appeal Rights were discussed. Mr. Soto was provided 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 the the Regiona Office within 15 business days. The Director, Soto was informed that the "Notice of Site Visit" must be posted for 30 consecutive days. The Notice of Site Visit must be posted on or adjacent to the door. Failure to post will result in Civil Penalties of $100.00.

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 B

    BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS

    101238(a) Buildings and Grounds. The childcare 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 LPAs review of facilitiy records. Based on facility record review, it was discovered that outlet iln Rm 14, Rm19 and Kitchen Prep had a high level of lead. This poses a potential risk to the health of children in care.

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What happened during the April 21, 2022 inspection of CATALYST KIDS-LINDBERGH?

This was a other inspection of CATALYST KIDS-LINDBERGH on April 21, 2022. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to CATALYST KIDS-LINDBERGH on April 21, 2022?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "101238(a) Buildings and Grounds. The childcare center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a other inspection. other inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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