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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

SEASIDE COSTA MESA PRESCHOOLLicense 3043715403 citations on this visit
3 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 01/23/2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Cynthia Sun conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual Random. LPA and director 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 15 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. AM and PM snack is prepared on site by facility; lunch is not provided by facility. Food prep areas were clean and sanitary. Food is properly stored. Snack 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\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 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, 5 out of 5 staff files were reviewed. 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. 2 out of 5 staff did not have current Mandated Reporter Training See LIC809D for deficiency cited. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 9/2026. 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. The 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. Parents use Bright Wheel App. to sign children in and out of 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 rubber cushioning material commercially produced for the purpose around the climbing equipment, structures, 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\342\200\231s name on it. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair and free of sharp edges. There is a body of water present at the facility. LPA observed a fishpond in the nature yard which is accessible to children and not properly fenced. See LIC809D for deficiency. Page 2 of 4 Due to the Type A violation, the licensee shall post and provide copies of the report to parents/guardians of the children in care at the facility by the next business day and shall provide to the parents/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months. In addition, the licensee shall immediately post upon receipt the Proof of Correction for 30 consecutive days and provide a copy to current and enrolling parents. The licensee is to keep Acknowledgement Receipt (LIC 9224) signed by parents in each child\342\200\231s file. Failure to post Type A reports for 30 days will result in a Civil Penalty of $100.00 CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES : Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. The facility was unable to provide documentation that lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives as outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. See LIC809D for deficiency cited and Civil Penalty Assessed. Director stated they use faucet in Room #4 Turquoise room for food preparation. 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 Page 3 of 4 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 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. Based on LPAs observations, record reviews and interviews the following violations were cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, Sections CCR 101238(e) HSC 1597.16(a)(1), and HSC 1596.8662(b)(1) are being cited on the attached LIC 809D. An Inspection and exit interview was completed with Director,Weili Lin. The report was reviewed and discussed. Appeal Rights and deficiencies were discussed. Due to the Type A violation, the licensee shall post and provide copies of the report to parents/guardians of the children in care at the facility by the next business day and shall provide to the parents/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months. In addition, the licensee shall immediately post upon receipt the Proof of Correction for 30 consecutive days and provide a copy to current and enrolling parents. The licensee is to keep Acknowledgement Receipt (LIC 9224) signed by parents in each child\342\200\231s file. Failure to post Type A reports for 30 days will result in a Civil Penalty of $100.00 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

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.

  • 101238(e)Type A

    BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS

    Based on observation and interview the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that there is a body of water present at the facility. LPA observed a fishpond in the nature yard which is accessible to children and not properly fenced which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

    Based on interview and ecord review the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 5 staff memebers missing or expired Mandated Reporter Training which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • ARTICLE 3. Administration

    Based on interview and record review the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that the facility was unable to provide documentation that lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives as outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the January 23, 2025 inspection of SEASIDE COSTA MESA PRESCHOOL?

This was a inspection inspection of SEASIDE COSTA MESA PRESCHOOL on January 23, 2025. 3 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to SEASIDE COSTA MESA PRESCHOOL on January 23, 2025?

Yes, 3 citations were issued (1 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation and interview the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that there is a body of w..."

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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