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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMYLicense 3348058163 citations on this visit
3 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Kay Turner, conducted a required/annual inspection as part of a compliance review. A tour of the inside and outside of the facility was granted and the following was observed and/or noted: A review of staff and children's records were conducted as part of this evaluation. \302\267 The licensee/director is asked to update the following documents, if applicable, and submit to licensing within 30 days: 1. LIC 500 Personnel Report 2. LIC 610 Emergency & Disaster Plan 3. Parent Handbook/ Program Curriculum/Admission policies and procedures/ fee schedule (only if changes have been made) 4. LIC 309 Administrative Organization (only if changes have been made) 5. LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility (only if changes have been made) \302\267 The following items have been posted and are updated where necessary: - License - Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610) and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC9148) - Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster (PUB393) - Personal Rights (LIC613A) - Child Car Seat Law - Menu \302\267 The facility is operating with the limits as stated on the license. \302\267 Ratios are being met during this inspection \302\267 Classrooms are adequately equipped with age and size appropriate furniture and equipment and free of hazards. Pg 4 See LIC809-D for cited deficiencies. 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. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility Representative, Kimberly Frederique. Pg 3 \302\267 Disaster drills to be conducted every six months \342\200\223 last drill conducted on 02/06/2023 \302\267 The Licensee was informed of their reporting requirements and is provided with the Regional Office\342\200\231s Unusual Incident Reporting email mailbox: UnusualIncidentReportsDO09@dss.ca.gov \302\267 A review of staff records on 03/20/2023 indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. \302\267 The Licensee can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov \302\267 A review of staff records indicates that all staff present meet minimum qualifications for the position for which they were hired. - 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 - Facility representative 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. - Go to the licensing webpage www.ccld.ca.gov , and click on the \342\200\234Receive Important Updates\342\200\235 located on the right side of the page, immediately above the Quick Links. One can add their email address and choose which program(s) they wish to receive Provider Information Notices (PIN) for. - To access on-line Licensing forms & Regulations for a Child Care Center please visit: www.ccld.ca.gov . - The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday \342\200\223 Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at: 1-844-LET-US-NO (1-844-538-8766) and/or 951-782-4200 Pg 2 \302\267 There are no weapons present at the facility as stated by the Administrative Assistant, Sheila Brice \302\267 There are no accessible bodies of water present. All wading pools or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position. \302\267 Present for supply drinking water in the indoor activity space is bottled water \302\267 Medications are stored where inaccessible to children, \302\267 Hazards are stored where inaccessible to children which include: Disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other items that are dangerous \302\267 Poisons and toxins are locked \302\267 All floors shall be clean and safe \302\267 Bathrooms were observed to be safe, sanitary and in operating condition \302\267 Playgrounds are enclosed by appropriate fences and free of hazards \302\267 Outdoor activity areas are supplied with age and size appropriate equipment in good condition \302\267 Food preparation area is clean, free of litter, rubbish and free of rodents and other vermin \302\267 Food is stored appropriately and protected from contamination \302\267 All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair \302\267 Menus shall be posted at least one week in advance in a place visible by the child\342\200\231s authorized representative, dated and kept on file for 30 days, and made available upon request. \302\267 Uncontaminated drinking water shall be readily available both indoors and outdoors and provided by bottled water \302\267 The areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment shall be cushioned with material that absorbs a fall, \302\267 Sign in/Sign out records were reviewed and meets regulation requirements \302\267 A Staff member is present with current Pediatric CPR/First Aid which expires on 11/2023 \302\267 Opening and closing staff member\342\200\231s CPR/First Aid expires on 11/2023 \302\267 Director has not completed Health and Safety Training \302\267 A review of children\342\200\231s records was conducted, and records were found to be complete during this inspection.

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(a)Type B

    BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS

    Based on observation & record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as the ceilings above the sinks in green, blue and red room show water leakage, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • ARTICLE 1. General Provisions and Definitions

    Based on interview & record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as S1 and S2 are missing pertussis, measles and flu, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

    Based on interview & record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as S1, S2, S3 and S4 are missing current manadated reporter training, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the March 20, 2023 inspection of LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY?

This was a inspection inspection of LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY on March 20, 2023. 3 citations were issued: 3 Type B.

Were any citations issued to LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY on March 20, 2023?

Yes, 3 citations were issued (0 Type A, 3 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation & record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as the ceilings above the..."

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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