Follow-up·January 13, 2023

On Friday, January 13, 2023 LPA L. Habtom arrived at Kindercare for an unannounced case management visit. There were 50 preschool children in classrooms 2's, 3's and 4's being supervised by 8 staff members. LPA L. Habtom met with assistant director Lucille to address the lead level results in exceedance of 5 parts per billion for 6 faucets in the kitchen, school age & preschool classrooms. Assistant director Lucille states prior to receiving the results the faucets were used as a drinking source. Once the assistant director was made aware of the level exceedance all the faucet fixtures were replaced and each classrooms were provided with water jugs with spickets. The faucets in the classrooms are only used to wash hands. The faucet in the kitchen was replaced and covered until second sampling clears the faucet. The facility is waiting for a return visit to test the water source after replacing the faucet. Lucille will keep LPA L. Habtom informed of the outcome, time frame and work needed in order to be in compliance with the lead levels. Director was notified to only use water faucets at the center to wash hands. Title 22 regulations were cited on 809-D. Notice of site visit provided and appeal rights.