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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

CALVARY CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOLLicense 3348423698 citations on this visit
8 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Elyse Jones conducted an annual inspection. A tour of the inside and outside of the facility was granted and the following was observed and/or noted: This is not a combination center. A review of staff and children's records were conducted as part of this evaluation. · 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) · 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. · There are no weapons present at the facility as stated by Karla Bonilla, Director. · 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 · Medications are stored where inaccessible to children · Hazards are were not stored 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 · 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 · Facility does not provide snacks or lunch · All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair · Facility has an emergency menu. However, facility does not provided snack or lunch. 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 · The areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment shall be cushioned with material that absorbs a fall · Sign in/Sign out record was reviewed and meets regulation requirements · A Staff member is not present with current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid · Director completed Health and Safety Training- Not available for review ·A review of children’s records was conducted, and records were found to be complete during this inspection. · Disaster drills to be conducted every six months – last drill conducted on March 18, 2023 · 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 9-7-2023 indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks do not 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 Karla Bonilla, Director 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 Karla Bonilla, Director 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. This facility plans to provide Incidental Medical Services – IMS. For IMS information, see PIN 22-02-CCP . A 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 Karla Bonilla, Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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 “Receive Important Updates” 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 – Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at: 1-844-LET-US-NO (1-844-538-8766) and/or 951-782-4200 If a Civil Penalty has been assessed during this inspection. Payment is due when billed and the check(s) or money orders shall be made payable to the “California Department of Social Services”. YOU WILL RECEIVE AN INVOICE IN THE MAIL. DO NOT SEND MONEY UNTIL YOU RECEIVE YOUR INVOICE. DO NOT SEND CASH. See LIC809-D for cited deficiencies. 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. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Karla Bonilla, Director. 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.

Citations

8 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.

  • 101170(e)Type A

    Based on the record review, the Licensee did not meet the above regulation poses an immediate Health, Safety & Personal Rights risk to the children in care. During the file review it was discovered S1 was not associated to the facility. Director stated the former Director wrote in the staff name to be associated on the LIC555 and a letter was sent into the Department to associate, however, the proper steps were not taken to associate staff.

  • 101216.1(b)(2)Type B

    Cited in error

  • 101216.1(c)Type A

    Based on the observation and record review, the Licensee did not meet the above regulation poses an immediate Health, Safety & Personal Rights risk to the children in care. During the facility tour LPA overserved S3 providing Supervision & Care to 12 children and supervising one Aide (S4). Upon reviewing the file of S3 it was determined only six units have been completed.

  • 101216(f)Type B

    PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

    Based on the record review, the Licensee did not meet the above regulation poses a potential Health, Safety & Personal Rights risk to the children in care. During the file review it was discovered that all staff have CPR/1st Aid training, however, the training is not through an EMSA approved vender.

  • 101238(g)Type A

    BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS

    Based on the observation, the Licensee did not meet the above regulation poses an immediate Health, Safety & Personal Rights risk to the children in care. During the facility tour LPA overserved several items in all classrooms that are labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children”. Items included medication, non-blunted scissors, paint, cleaning products, hand sanitizer, etc.

  • 101215.1(m)Type B

    Based on the record review, the Licensee did not meet the above regulation poses a potential Health, Safety & Personal Rights risk to the children in care. During the file review it was discovered the facility does not have a staff member with Health & Safety training.

  • 101212(b)Type B

    REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

    Based on the observation, interview and record review, the Licensee did not meet the above regulation poses a potential Health, Safety & Personal Rights risk to the children in care. Upon arrival LPA was greeted by Mrs. Bonilla who identified herself as the current facility Director. However, the Department did not receive notification or a Directors packet.

  • ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

    Based on the record review, the Licensee did not meet the above regulation poses a potential Health, Safety & Personal Rights risk to the children in care. During the file review it was discovered S3 did not have AB1207 Mandated Reporter completed.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the September 7, 2023 inspection of CALVARY CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL?

This was an inspection of CALVARY CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL on September 7, 2023. 8 citations were issued: 3 Type A (serious) and 5 Type B.

Were any citations issued to CALVARY CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL on September 7, 2023?

Yes, 8 citations were issued (3 Type A, 5 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on the record review, the Licensee did not meet the above regulation poses an immediate Health, Safety & Personal ..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was an inspection. Inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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