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CATALYST KIDS - JOSEPH SIMSLicense 3436048061 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 05/20/2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Katy Maestas met with Site Supervisor, Cassandra Brumfield, for a Case Management inspection. The purpose of the inspection was to follow-up on a lead testing report dated 04/26/2022 which tested the water used for both consumption and hand washing in the facility. LPA toured the facility and 2 staff members were supervising 6 children. All adults were clear and associated with the license in Guardian. LPA was notified of the lead testing report on 04/26/2022 via email. The report revealed that 5 water outlets (3 drinking fountains and 2 faucets) had elevated levels of lead. Site Supervisor Brumfield reported that the water outlets had been marked as "closed" and were inaccessible for use. Purified water is being purchased and served from a water dispenser for the purpose of consumption. In addition, Brumfield stated that facility was not using the drinking fountains due to COVID-19. During today's inspection, LPA verified that the affected water outlets are not in use. The water fountains and faucets were replaced on 04/28/2022. Brumfield stated that she is currently flushing the faucets 4 times per day for 4 weeks. At which point, the water outlets will be re-tested for lead and reported to LPA. As a result of the water testing positive for lead, a deficiency was cited on subsequent page 809D. An exit interview was conducted and the report was reviewed with Site Supervisor, Cassandra Brumfield. Licensee Appeal Rights were provided. A notice of site visit was posted by LPA and must remain posted 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.

  • 101238(a)Type B

    BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS

    101238 Buildings and Grounds(a) The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: The water report dated 04/26/2022 revealed that the facility had elevated levels of lead in five water outlets. This is a violation that if not corrected can pose a health and safety risk to the children in care.

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What happened during the May 20, 2022 inspection of CATALYST KIDS - JOSEPH SIMS?

This was a other inspection of CATALYST KIDS - JOSEPH SIMS on May 20, 2022. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to CATALYST KIDS - JOSEPH SIMS on May 20, 2022?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "101238 Buildings and Grounds(a) The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a other inspection. other inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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