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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

ESCUELA DE LA RAZA UNIDA - PRIMEROS PASOS CENTERLicense 3348184032 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Samuel Lopez conducted an 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: This is a combination center and the other licensed program is: Preschool program, license number 334818402, which was also inspected on this date A review of staff and children's records were conducted as part of this evaluation. · The Site Supervisor Alma Limon 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) · The following items have been posted and are updated where necessary: - License - Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610) and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC9148) - Parent’s Rights Poster (PUB393) - Personal Rights (LIC613A) - Child Car Seat Law - Menu · The facility is operating with the limits as stated on the license. · Ratios are being met during this inspection · Classrooms are adequately equipped with age and size appropriate furniture and equipment and free of hazards. However, the sleeping area with the cribs was not physically separated by a four feet partition/wall. · There are no weapons present at the facility as stated by Site Supervisor Alma Limon · 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. · Present for supply drinking water in the indoor activity space is filtered water from the kitchen. The children have individual water cups · Medications are not stored/administered at the facility · Hazards are stored where inaccessible to children which include: Disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other items that are dangerous · Poisons and toxins are locked · All floors shall be clean and safe · Sanitation solution is out of the reach of infants · Highchairs and tables have broad based legs and trays lock into place · Changing tables are within arm’s reach of a sink; padding is at least 1” think with raised sides of at least 3” covered in washable vinyl or plastic · Hand washing is completed before and after each diaper change and before feeding an infant · Bathrooms were observed to be safe, sanitary and in operating condition · Playgrounds are enclosed by appropriate fences and free of hazards · Outdoor activity areas are supplied with age and size appropriate equipment in good condition · Food preparation area is clean, free of litter, rubbish and free of rodents and other vermin · Food is stored appropriately and protected from contamination · All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair · Menus shall be posted at least one week in advance in a place visible by the child’s authorized representative, dated and kept on file for 30 days, and made available upon request. · Uncontaminated drinking water shall be readily available both indoors and outdoors and provided by filtered water from the kitchen. Jugs are filled and cups are provided · The areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment is cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. (rubber matting) · Sign in/Sign out record was reviewed and meets regulation requirements · A Staff member is present with current Pediatric CPR/First Aid which expires on 6/2025 · Opening and closing staff member’s CPR/First Aid expires on 6/2025 · Director completed Health and Safety Training - 12/1999 · A review of children’s records was conducted and records were found NOT to be complete during this inspection. · Disaster drills to be conducted every six months – last drill conducted on 1/29/2024 · The Licensee was informed of their reporting requirements and is provided with the Regional Office’s Unusual Incident Reporting email mailbox: UnusualIncidentReportsDO09@dss.ca.gov · A review of staff records on 5/21/2024 indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. · The Licensee can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov · A review of staff records indicates that all staff present meet minimum qualifications for the position for which they were hired. - LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Site Supervisor Alma Limon and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. - LPA also informed Site Supervisor Alma Limon of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . 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 - Site Supervisor Alma Limon 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. Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. To receive important licensed-related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. - 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 – Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at: 1-844-LET-US-NO (1-844-538-8766) and/or 951-782-4200 See LIC809-D for cited deficiencies. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door 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 Site Supervisor Alma Limon.

Citations

2 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.

  • MODIFICATIONS TO INFANT NEEDS AND SERVICES PLAN

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. In reviewing children/infant records, child/infant #4 did not have an updated needs and services plan. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 101438.3(c)(1)Type B

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. The napping area where two cribs are located, is not physically separated from the activity space. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

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What happened during the May 21, 2024 inspection of ESCUELA DE LA RAZA UNIDA - PRIMEROS PASOS CENTER?

This was a inspection inspection of ESCUELA DE LA RAZA UNIDA - PRIMEROS PASOS CENTER on May 21, 2024. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to ESCUELA DE LA RAZA UNIDA - PRIMEROS PASOS CENTER on May 21, 2024?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. In reviewing children/infant records, ..."

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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