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Inspection visit

Non-compliance follow-up

TUTOR TIME CHILD CARE/LEARNING CENTERLicense 3043702931 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Nguyen conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of a case management. LPA and Director, Lori West toured the facility inside and outside and the floor and yard plan (LIC 999) were verified. Census was taken in individual classrooms. The overall census observed was 27 infant/toddler age children and 7 staff members. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. Facility hours are 6:30 a.m.- 6:00 p.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 cups and pitcher, or bottles with the child\342\200\231s name on it. The children's bathrooms are clean and sanitary. Children nap on cribs, cots/mats, and bedding is stored individually and is taken home weekly to be washed by parents or facility washes blankets at end of week. 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) Page 2 Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date. Health screening and immunization 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 (licensee and assistant) 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. Most of the staff mandated reporting training are expired. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 08/20/21. Due to Covid-19, a waiver was in place for the Pediatric CPR/First Aid. Facility is scheduled for renew in 8/2021. Director was informed that the Criminal Record Statement (LIC 508) has been updated, and the facility must now use the new form with revised date 7/15. Assistant director was also informed that the LIC 508 must be submitted with all Criminal Background Clearance 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 in full compliance. 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. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm 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. Continued on Page 3 Page 3 The cushioning material rubber mats commercially produced for the purpose 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, and bottles with the child\342\200\231s name on it. 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. Transfer Request (LIC9182). The director was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.ccld.ca.gov , director may request to be added to an email list to receive a Quarterly Update by contacting the Child Care Advocate at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov or at www.ccld.ca.gov LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian Information on the additional nutrition training, immunization requirements for children, and Health Schools Act ( http://www.cdpr.ca.gov/docs/pestmgt/schoolipm.htm ) were provided. The (licensee / director/ facility representative) was informed, and website given, about the California Child Care Disaster Plan has been posted to the UCSF California Childcare Health Program website: cchp.ucsf.edu/content/disaster-preparedness Also provided was information about the E-Learning Modules available at https://ccld.childcarevideos.org A copy of the California Department of Social Services Lead Information Brochure was explained and provided to the facility representative. Facility Director does/does not have lead training Certificate. A copy of the 2016 \342\200\234A Child Care Providers Guild to Safe Sleep\342\200\235 was provided to the (licensee / director/ facility representative). English: https//www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/SIDS/Documents/SIDSchildcaresafesleep.pdf (IF SPANISH) Spanish: https//www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/SIDS/Documents/ChildCareProvSleepSPAN2011.pdf AAP: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/sleep/Pages/A-Parents-Guide-to-Safe-Sleep.aspx NIH: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/safesleepbasics/environment/room/text_alternative Continued on Page 4 Page 4 Safe to Sleep Campaign: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/materials \342\200\242 Always place infants on their backs for sleeping \342\200\242 Use only a tight-fitting sheet on the crib or play yard mattress \342\200\242 Do not hang any items from the crib or above the crib \342\200\242 Keep all items, including blankets, out of the crib or play yard \342\200\242 Pacifiers may be used as long as they do not have items attached to them \342\200\242 Infants should not be swaddled or have any items covering them while sleeping \342\200\242 The temperature of the room should be comfortable enough for an adult to wear a t-shirt and not be too hot or too cold A copy of the Provider Information Notice (PIN) 20-06-CCP Social and Physical Distancing Guidance and Healthy practices for childcare facilities in response to the global coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic written in collaboration with the CA Department of Education. A copy of COVID-19 posters and Essential workers list. Based on LPA observations and record reviews the following violation observed and being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Health and Safety code 1596.8662(b)(1). Please refer to attached 809D for documentation of deficiency. An Inspection and exit interview was completed with director. The report was reviewed and discussed. Appeal Rights and deficiency 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.

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.

  • ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

    1596.8662(b)(1) Mandated Reporter Training. A person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child care provider beginning the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on interview and record reviews, the director failed to ensure her and staff have the current mandated reporter training certificate. This poses a potential Health and Safety risk to the children in care.

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What happened during the July 21, 2021 inspection of TUTOR TIME CHILD CARE/LEARNING CENTER?

This was a other inspection of TUTOR TIME CHILD CARE/LEARNING CENTER on July 21, 2021. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to TUTOR TIME CHILD CARE/LEARNING CENTER on July 21, 2021?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "1596.8662(b)(1) Mandated Reporter Training. A person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child care provider beginnin..."

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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