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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

DISCOVERY LEARNING CENTERLicense 3403030961 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

An unannounced annual/random inspection is made today by Licensing Program Analyst Owens and Blesi. LPA Owens met with Director, Jamison Charlton. LPA toured the facility including all activity and classroom spaces, restrooms, food service and outdoor play areas. Staff and children were spoken to during inspection. The following areas are in compliance during inspection: There are no bodies of water. Firearms and ammunition are not on the premises. Storage area for poisons is locked. Disinfectants, hazardous items and medications are inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment are sufficient, age appropriate and in good repair. Fire drills are conducted according to Title -22 Regulations. The playground equipment and outdoor activity space is maintained and in good condition. T here is adequate shade on the playground. Carbon Monoxide detector is on the premises. Sand was being used as cushioning around the climbing equipment and level is sufficient to absorb a fall. Children's toilets, hand washing facilities are sanitary. Rooms are safe and clean. Food preparation area is clean, food is protected from contamination, storage containers for solid waste are covered and all food or beverages are stored in covered containers at 45 degrees or less. The facility provides and AM and PM snack, lunch is provided by parents. Drinking water is available both indoors and outside. Menus are posted. The facility is in compliance with conditions and limitations specified on the license. Teacher/child ratios are maintained and adequate supervision is being provided during this inspection. There is adequate space for children belongings. Napping equipment are in good repair. Facility is approved to use an electronic Sign in/sign out program and it is being maintained No excluded individuals are present. Continued on next page Jamison Charlton 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. Staff subject to a criminal record clearance or exemption are associated to the facility. First Aid/CPR reviewed and in compliance. Emergency information reviewed for some children. Staff records reviewed contain documentation of the educational background, training, and/or experience. Operating hours are Monday thru Friday; 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. LPA observed proof that all staff/ volunteers have met the requirements of SB 792. LPA observed that all staff has completed the required mandated reporter training (AB 1207) at website: www.mandatedreporterca.com LPA discussed the Effects of Lead Exposure brochure. LPA provided the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov , so the licensee can obtain updated licensing information, new regulations and access forms. LPA advised licensee of their responsibility to stay current in regards to new regulations. LPA also included the email address for the children's advocacy program to stay current on new laws childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov . This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. 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 Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. 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 Continued on next page. The following is cited per Title 22 Div. 12 of the CCR: (see page 2) Copy of Appeal Rights left with Center Representative/licensee. A COPY OF THIS REPORT MUST REMAIN IN THE FACILITY FOR PUBLIC REVIEW. NOTICE OF SITE VISIT FORM POSTED TO PARENT'S BOARD FOR 30 DAYS.

Citations

1 citation 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.

  • HEALTH-RELATED SERVICES

    HEALTH -RELATED SERVICES:Prescription medications shall be administered in accordance with the label directions as prescribed by the child's physician. This requirement is not met as evidence by: LPA observed three medications that have expired dates. Cream expired 6/2021, eye drops expired 9/2021 and Epi-pen expired 5/2021. This is a potential risk to children.

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What happened during the November 5, 2021 inspection of DISCOVERY LEARNING CENTER?

This was a inspection inspection of DISCOVERY LEARNING CENTER on November 5, 2021. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to DISCOVERY LEARNING CENTER on November 5, 2021?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "HEALTH -RELATED SERVICES:Prescription medications shall be administered in accordance with the label directions as presc..."

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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