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Inspection visit

Routine inspection (3-year)

D'S HOMEWORK ACADEMYLicense 304371609
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Romy Castanon conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of a 3-Year Visit. LPA and Director Peggy Young toured Room #10, Youth Center, Saquety Hall and playground. There were no school age children present at the time of LPA\342\200\231s visit. The floor and yard plan (LIC 999) were verified. Facility hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 2:30pm-6:00pm, and Thursday's from 1:30pm-6:00pm. 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, LPA did not observe any items which could pose a danger to children (poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, medications or hazardous items). There is a water jug with dispenser available indoors for children in care. Water is provided by outlets that have been tested for lead and deemed safe for drinking. Children are also encouraged to bring their own water bottles. The children's restrooms are clean and sanitary. Families provide lunch and snacks that are brought from home for the school age children. There is no food preparation at the facility. The facility will occasionally provide meals like pizza from local fast food restaurants. Menus were posted where they could be reviewed by parents. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months, last conducted on 12/07/2023. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire alarm. Facility met all posting requirements. The California Child Passenger Safety Law was posted by the entrance of the facility office. Continue to page 2 Page 2 The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. The playground was enclosed by a fence at least five feet in height. The surface of the outdoor activity space was well maintained and free of hazards. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is by the children\342\200\231s own water bottles or water fountain that has been tested for lead. The outdoor equipment and toys were free of sharp edges. 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. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. The facility grounds were safe and in good repair. Two (2) 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 childcare center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis and measles for two (2) staff 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 2 staff members had current Mandated Reporter Training certificates that do not expire until 01/31/2025. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which do not expire until 10/01/2025. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. The facility uses an electronic application called Cura Cubby to sign the children in and out daily. The director was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.ccld.ca.gov 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 Continue to page 3 Page 3 Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. 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. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP on 12/09/2022. Report dated 12/22/2022 confirmed three (3) water outlets used for drinking did not have lead exceedance and were deemed safe for consumption. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. 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. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Peggy Young. 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. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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/inspection-process . (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 March 8, 2024 inspection of D'S HOMEWORK ACADEMY?

This was a inspection inspection of D'S HOMEWORK ACADEMY on March 8, 2024. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to D'S HOMEWORK ACADEMY on March 8, 2024?

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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