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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

SERRANO HEIGHTS ACADEMYLicense 3043707492 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Stacy Torrence conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual Random. LPA and staff toured the facility inside and outside and the floor and yard plan (LIC 999) were verified. Census was taken. There was a total of 12 infants, with five staff supervising. 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.- 6:00p.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. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and were observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. The bins had tight fitting covers. The napping area is separated from the activity area and has sufficient infant napping equipment. There were no baby walkers observed on the premises. The changing table is within arm reach of a sink. Bottles and dishes are labeled with the current date and children's names. Children bedding is stored individually and is washed at the facility. 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. Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date, five staff files 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. There were no proof of immunization against pertussis and measles for staff 2 and 4. Staff 2 did not have proof of a Health Screening. Continue on next page (1 of 4) 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. All staff completed the mandated reporter training. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 10/2023. Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. A random sample of 5 children's files were reviewed. In the areas reviewed the children’s 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’s, 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. There were sand and artificial grass around the play equipment to absorb falls. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by children bringing their water bottles from home, label with their names, and Brita Water Pitcher for refills. 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. Facility representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. The facility representative was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.ccld.ca.gov facility representative may request to be added to an email list to receive a Quarterly Update from www.ccld.ca.gov and select Receive Important Updates link. Continue on next page (2 of 4) 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 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. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed facility representative of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Safe to Sleep Campaign: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/materials Always place infants on their backs for sleeping Use only a tight-fitting sheet on the crib or play yard mattress Do not hang any items from the crib or above the crib Keep all items, including blankets, out of the crib or play yard Pacifiers may be used as long as they do not have items attached to them Infants should not be swaddled or have any items covering them while sleeping 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. Continue on next page (3 of 4) The facility was not in compliance and violations of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 were observed, discussed and cited at the time of the visit. The following violations of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22; Division 12, were observed and cited today: 101216(g)(2) Personnel Requirement and Health and Safety Code 1596.7995(a)(1) Immunization. (see LIC 809D). An Inspection and exit interview were completed with facility representative. The report was reviewed and discussed. Appeal Rights was 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 “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. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please vi sit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/process . End of Report

Citations

3 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.

  • PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

    Based on record review the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in one staff record missing health screening which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • ARTICLE 1. General Provisions and Definitions

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 5 staff records were missing immunization records which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 101238(a)Type B

    BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS

    101238(a) Buildings and Grounds. The child care 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. The requirement is not met as evidence by LPA review of the facility's records. Based on facility's record review, it was discovered that outlet C 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 March 16, 2022 inspection of SERRANO HEIGHTS ACADEMY?

This was a inspection inspection of SERRANO HEIGHTS ACADEMY on March 16, 2022. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to SERRANO HEIGHTS ACADEMY on March 16, 2022?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on record review the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in one staff record missing health scree..."

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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