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Inspection visit

Routine inspection (3-year)

CATALYST KIDS - ELITHA DONNERLicense 3436031671 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst Katy Velazquez (LPA) conducted a field visit to the facility for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entrance into the facility by staff members. After LPA arrival, Site Supervisor Claire Hung (S1) and Center Manager Afiya Tyler (D1) arrived at the facility and met with LPA. LPA toured the facility inside and outside. LPA observed 8 school aged children being supervised by 2 staff members. LPA accessed Guardian to verify that all required adults were background cleared. LPA observed that hazardous items (disinfectants, cleaning solutions etc.) were inaccessible to children in care. Facility days and hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The facility provides breakfast, lunch and 2 snacks per day. LPA conducted a file review prior to inspection and verified that annual fees were current. While on location, LPA reviewed care and supervision of children, staffing ratios, medications, first aid supplies, furniture, equipment, fire drills, and drinking water. LPA observed all required forms to be posted. There appeared to be adequate toys and equipment available for children. LPA toured the outdoor play area, and the play structure appeared to be in good repair. LPA observed sufficient cushioning under the play structure to prevent injury. LPA reviewed the sign in/out document and observed that the children who were currently in-care were signed-in. LPA reviewed children\342\200\231s and staff files. LPA observed Health Screening Reports with TB test and required MMR and TDAP vaccines for all staff members who were present. At least one staff member present today had current Pediatric CPR and First Aid (exp. 10/2025). LPA observed current Mandated Reporter training for all present staff. D1 was reminded to renew the course every 2 years. This training requirement may be met by using the Department\342\200\231s Office of Child Abuse Prevention (OCAP) online training modules. The OCAP modules are free of cost and available at: http://www.mandatedreporterca.com/ . The training is currently provided in English and Spanish. Report continues on 809-C This facility provides Incidental Medical Services (IMS). LPA requested a current copy of the IMS plan. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/ . The Facility has COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For childcare center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1- CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance with the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. D1 was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days 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. Report continues on 809-C D1 was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process . As a result of not presenting a functional carbon monoxide detector, A TYPE B deficiency was cited on a subsequent 809-D page. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with D1. LPA provided Licensee Appeal Rights to D1. A Notice of Site visit was posted by LPA 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

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.

  • 1596.954Type B

    ARTICLE 2. Licensure Requirements

    Based on LPA observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above when LIcensee could not present a functioning Carbon Monoxide Detector in the facilty which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the November 16, 2023 inspection of CATALYST KIDS - ELITHA DONNER?

This was a inspection inspection of CATALYST KIDS - ELITHA DONNER on November 16, 2023. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to CATALYST KIDS - ELITHA DONNER on November 16, 2023?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on LPA observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above when LIcensee could not present a fun..."

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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