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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 06/15/2022 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Stella Gutierrez conducted an on site visit for the purpose of a 1 year required inspection. LPA an d director 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 17 preschool staff a nd 129 pres chool children. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. Facility hours are 7:30 AM - 5:30., Monday through Friday. Entrance checklist (LIC 125) provided to Jackie Chang Director upon arrival. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary conducted on 06/15/2022 indicates all facility staff or other individuals who required caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Licensee 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. 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. The children bring lunch and snack from home. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and were observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edge s. 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 mats, and bedding is stored individually and is taken home weekly to be washed by parents at end of week. Page 1 of 4 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 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 (artificial turf 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 sports bottles with the child’s 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. Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date, 14 out of 17 staff files were reviewed. Health screening and immunization's as required were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1596.7995 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center 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 licensed child care providers, administrators, or employees of a licensed child day care facility to complete the mandated reporter 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 08/2023 Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. A random sample of 10 of children's files were reviewed for documentation of the child’s name, address, and telephone number of the child’s 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. Page 2 of 4 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. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services 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 Th e director was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing The 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 Face Covering Requirements and Guidance for Child Care Providers Regarding Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID 19) was provided and director was to continue to message the “Three W’s”: Wash your hands. Watch your physical distance. This face covering guidance is for all individuals 2 years and older are strongly recommended, except for the exceptions (child’s development, medical exemptions, etc.) that are outlined by CDPH. LPA, Gutierrez discussed the most recent updates COVID-19 Guidance released that took effect on 03/12/2022. https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/Child-Care-Guidance.aspx Community Care Licensing- CCP - PIN 22-10-CCP UPDATED March 18, 2022 (Supersedes PIN 21-29-CCP) Director was informed of the Child Care licensing webinars and to review PIN 22-18-CCP for more information on how to access the Webinars on Tuesday, June 28, at 6:00 p.m. and Wednesday, June 29, at 2:00 p.m. Page 3 of 4 Staff interview conducted with Jackie Chang, Director during today’s inspection. In 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. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the director, Jackie Chang . Appeal Rights 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. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. 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 visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/process . Page 4 of 4

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 June 15, 2022 inspection of LAGUNA NIGUEL MONTESSORI CENTER?

This was a inspection inspection of LAGUNA NIGUEL MONTESSORI CENTER on June 15, 2022. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to LAGUNA NIGUEL MONTESSORI CENTER on June 15, 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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