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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Patricia Duron, and Anna Chan conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual Random. LPAs and Renah Soliman 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 35 infant/toddlers and 9 infant staff. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. Facility hours are 7am – 6pm, 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. Parents provide food for their child or otherwise facility offers prepared lunch from vendor. 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 sports bottle with the child’s name on it. The children's bathrooms are clean and sanitary. Children nap on cots/mats, and bedding is stored individually and staff wash and sanitize sheets daily. 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, 5 of 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 (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 04/03/23. The 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. Director was also informed that the LIC 508 must submitted with all Criminal Background Clearance Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. LPA observed (2 of 2 infants) from 0-12 months. LPA observed and reviewed LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping Plan in children’s files. 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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. 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 Page 2 of 4 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 structure space. Director stated new equipment will be installed within a week. other similar equipment appeared to be enough to absorbs falls. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by sports bottles with the child’s name on it, and Brita filtered water pitchers with cups. 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 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 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. Page 3 of 4 A copy of the 2016 “A Child Care Providers Guild to Safe Sleep” was provided to the 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 · 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 The areas that were evaluated, no deficiencies were observed of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 at the time of the visit. An Inspection and exit interview was completed with Director. 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 “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. Page 4 of 4. End of Report.

Citations

No citations recorded on this visit

The inspector found no violations of California child care regulations during this visit.

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What happened during the November 2, 2022 inspection of GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI FOOTHILL RANCH?

This was a inspection inspection of GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI FOOTHILL RANCH on November 2, 2022. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI FOOTHILL RANCH on November 2, 2022?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

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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