Lead safety check·February 1, 2023

On 02/01/2023, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Amanda Blesi and Mandi Goodwin met with Licensing Representative Erica Smith for an unannounced Case Management Inspection. Upon arrival, LPAs observed 13 children supervised by three staff members. On 10/19/2022, a water sample taken from a fountain located outside the classroom was collected and tested for the presence of lead. The test results indicated lead values of 5.6 parts per billion (pbb), exceeding the recommended 5.5 pbb. The water fountain was previously used for consumption, however, they made it inaccessible during the COVID-19 Pandemic and have not used it since then. When the facility was notified of the test results they immediately removed the fountain. Facility provides water by using pitchers and cups. There are other faucets that available for cooking and washing hands. Deficiencies are cited on the subsequent page of the report per written directives 101700.3 (b)(1). See LIC 809-D. An exit interview was conducted with the Licensing Representative. The facility has posted the report indicating the results. LPA provided licensing representative with Appeal Rights, and a Notice of Site Visit that must be posted for 30 days.