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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT FOLSOMLicense 3436234001 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Kelly Ferrara and Mikah Martinez met with Facility Representative Oksana Lanin for an unannounced annual inspection on Wednesday, December 1st, 2021. At 10:15 AM, LPAs toured the facility including all activity and classroom spaces, restrooms, food service and outdoor play areas. Census included 83 children being supervised by 16 staff. Facility Representative was reminded never to exceed the conditions, limitations and capacity specified on the license. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7 AM to 6 PM. Facility Representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Classrooms all appeared clean including the carpets and floor. Chemicals and cleaning materials were kept inaccessible to children. Playground equipment and surfaces were inspected and are in good condition with enough resilient material under climbing structures to absorb a fall. Uncontaminated drinking water was readily available to children both indoors and outdoors. Bathrooms were clean and all sinks and toilets were in operating condition. There are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises and the facility has at least one functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detector. Menus were posted for AM and PM snack and the children bring their lunches. LPA observed all required licensing documentation was posted for parental review. LPAs observed that parents are signing their children in and out of the center. LPAs discussed current Covid guidelines with the Facility Representative. Continued on 809-C At 11:15 AM, all present staff files were reviewed. LPAs reviewed staff transcripts and observed all staff being utilized as teachers were qualified. LPAs observed during the tour that Classroom #6 had one teacher and one aide with 21 children which meant they were out of ratio. LPAs observed all staff had a current Mandated Reporter certificate and proof of immunizations. At least one staff had a current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification that expires August 2022. LPAs observed the sample of children’s files contained the appropriate documents. LPAs observed a current children's roster and a fire/disaster drill log. The facility is equipped with First Aid equipment. 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 Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226.The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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 . Facility Representative was encouraged to the visit the Department's website at WWW.CCLD.CA.GOV for information regarding child care updates, PINs, forms, regulations and legislation pertaining to child care centers. No deficiencies were issued based on today’s inspection. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility Representative. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

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.

  • 101216.3(b)(1)Type A

    Based on LPAs observation of classroom #6 which had one teacher and one aide with 21 children, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses an immediate health and safety risk to persons in care.

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Common questions about this visit

What happened during the December 1, 2021 inspection of GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT FOLSOM?

This was a inspection inspection of GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT FOLSOM on December 1, 2021. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT FOLSOM on December 1, 2021?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on LPAs observation of classroom #6 which had one teacher and one aide with 21 children, the licensee did not comp..."

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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