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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

COUNTRYHILL MONTESSORILicense 3436165513 citations on this visit
3 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Kyrsten Williams and Amanda Sutter met with Licensee, Hamid Hosseini and Director April Vasquez for an unannounced annual inspection of this preschool facility. Census included 64 children in care with 10 staff. Licensee was reminded never to exceed the conditions, limitations and capacity specified on the license. Facility hours of operation are 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. A health and safety inspection was conducted in the classrooms, restrooms, food service areas, and outdoor play areas. LPAs observed cleaning disinfectants are inaccessible to children. LPA observed expired medication. LPA did not observe original labeling and packaging for medications. Licensee stated there are no poisons on the premises. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, and toileting facilities are in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. Bins for solid waste have tight fitting lids. The floors appeared clean throughout the facility. The facility provides morning and afternoon snack. The food preparation space is free of litter and all food was protected against contamination. LPA discussed food labeling with facility representative. Drinking water was readily available to children both indoors and outdoors via drinking fountains and personal water bottles. There are no firearms nor bodies of water on the premises. Licensee stated that carbon monoxide detectors are hard wired into the alarm system. Playground equipment and surfaces are free of loose or sharp parts. LPAs observed wood chip cushioning beneath the play structure. Outdoor shade is provided by trees, a large canopy, and awnings. LPAs reviewed with Licensee the UC 311A, Records to Be Maintained at The Facility, for child's records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted. Children’s and staffs' files were reviewed. Each child's file had the required licensing documentation. LPAs reviewed staff transcripts and observed all staff caring for children were qualified. Multiple staff have a current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification. Staff all have current Mandated Reporter certificates. LPAs observed a current fire drill log. LPAs observed the following documents are posted: License, Emergency Disaster Plan, Personal Rights, Parents' Rights Poster, menus, and daily schedule. LPAs observed a paper sign-in and sign-out log. LPA did not observe parents signatures on the sign-in and sign-out log. PAGE 1. REPORT CONTINUES ON LIC809-C Licensee 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. Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) 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 child care 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 to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPAs referred licensee to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information . The director 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. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. PAGE 2. REPORT CONTINUES ON LIC809-C This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, 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-care-centers/ . 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. Deficiencies are cited on the subsequent page of this report (LIC809-D) under the California Code of Regulations, Title 22. The licensee was provided a copy of their Appeal Rights (LIC9058) and the licensee's signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the director, April Vasquez. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Citations

3 citations 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.

  • 101221(b)(10)Type B

    Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in LPA did not observe original labeling for albuterol, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 101226(e)(6)Type B

    Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in LPA observed 3 expired medications and 1 inhaler for a child no longer enrolled at the facility, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • SIGN IN AND SIGN OUT

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in no legal signatures are being provided on the sign in/out sheet, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the September 20, 2023 inspection of COUNTRYHILL MONTESSORI?

This was a inspection inspection of COUNTRYHILL MONTESSORI on September 20, 2023. 3 citations were issued: 3 Type B.

Were any citations issued to COUNTRYHILL MONTESSORI on September 20, 2023?

Yes, 3 citations were issued (0 Type A, 3 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in LPA did not observe ..."

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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