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Inspection visit

Routine inspection (3-year)

KIDS KASTLE PRESCHOOLLicense 3043708152 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Patricia Duron conducted an unannounced inspection for the purpose of an Annual Random. LPA and Assistant Director, Janet Fleming 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 36 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 7a.m.- 6p.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 stored on site; lunch is provided by parents/authorized representatives and snacks are provided facility. 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 filter water pitcher, and individual sports water bottle with the child\342\200\231s name on it. The children's bathrooms are clean and sanitary. Children nap on 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 of 4 Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date, 4 out of 4 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 (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. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires on 6/23/24. Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete, and current record for each child. A random sample of 5 of children's files were reviewed for documentation of the child\342\200\231s name, address, and telephone number of the child\342\200\231s authorized representative and of relatives or others that can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary (LIC 700) and a medical assessment. 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. The cushioning material woodchips 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 filtered water from Brita pitchers which are re-filled daily for outside water cooler with disposable cups and individual sports water 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. Page 2 of 4 Transfer Request (LIC9182). The Assistant Director was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.ccld.ca.gov Assistant 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 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 assistant director 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. A copy of the 2016 \342\200\234A Child Care Providers Guild to Safe Sleep\342\200\235 was provided to the assistant director. English: https//www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/SIDS/Documents/SIDSchildcaresafesleep.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 Safe to Sleep Campaign: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/materials \302\267 Always place infants on their backs for sleeping \302\267 Use only a tight-fitting sheet on the crib or play yard mattress \302\267 Do not hang any items from the crib or above the crib \302\267 Keep all items, including blankets, out of the crib or play yard \302\267 Pacifiers may be used as long as they do not have items attached to them \302\267 Infants should not be swaddled or have any items covering them while sleeping \302\267 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 Page 3 of 4 Based on LPAs observation, and interview with Director the following violations were observed are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, Section 1597.16(a)(1) Lead Testing and 100700(c)(1) Written Directives for lead testing, are being cited on the attached LIC 809D. An Inspection and exit interview was completed with director. The report was reviewed and discussed. Appeal Rights were provided and discussed. 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. Page 4 of 4. End of Report

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.

  • 100700(c)(1)Type B

    Based on observation and interview, the facility did not comply with the section cited above. The Director stated the facility has not conducted the water lead testing and has not received and posted results. This poses a potential health, safety rish to children in care.

  • ARTICLE 3. Administration

    Based on interview, the facility did not comply with the section cited above. The Director stated the facility has not conducted the water lead testing. This poses a potential health, safety rish to children in care.

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What happened during the November 8, 2023 inspection of KIDS KASTLE PRESCHOOL?

This was a inspection inspection of KIDS KASTLE PRESCHOOL on November 8, 2023. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to KIDS KASTLE PRESCHOOL on November 8, 2023?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation and interview, the facility did not comply with the section cited above. The Director stated the f..."

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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