Lead safety check·January 31, 2023

On 01/31/2023, Licensing Program Analyst Katy Maestas (LPA) conducted a field visit to the facility for the purpose of a case management inspection. LPA arrived at the facility and was met by a teacher at the entrance of the facility. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entrance into the facility and met Director Diana Lavato (D1). LPA toured 2 classrooms and observed 6 school-aged children being supervised by 2 adults. LPA accessed Guardian and ensured that all required adults were background cleared and associated to the license. The facility's water was tested in December 2023; a combination water fountain and sink as well as a sink in the kitchen tested positive for elevated levels of lead. The 3 water outlets were replaced on 01/14/2023 but are not yet fully flushed nor have they been re-tested. LPA ensured that the water outlets are closed and not available for consumption. D1 stated that she will purchase purified water with a dispenser for drinking and cooking until the outlets are remediated and re-tested. D1 understands that LPA must be notified after re-testing and emailed the results of the test. 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 D1. Licensee Appeal Rights were provided to D1. 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.