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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

CHILDTIME CHILDREN'S CENTERLicense 3609105079 citations on this visit
9 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 10/22/2021, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Destinee Hogue conducted a required annual inspection as part of a compliance review. A tour of the inside and outside of the facility was granted and the following was observed and discussed with Director, Charlene Bunnell: This is a combination center and the other licensed programs were not inspected on this date. A review of a sampling of the staff records and children's records were conducted as part of this evaluation. · The following items have been posted and are updated where necessary: v License v Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610) and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC9148) v Parent’s Rights Poster (PUB393) v Personal Rights (LIC613A), v Child Car Seat Law v Menu · ZERO TOLERANCE - There are no bodies of water present. All wading pools or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position. · ZERO TOLERANCE - No weapons stored at the facility · Hazards are stored where inaccessible to children which include: disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other items that are dangerous to children. · Poisons and toxins were inaccessible, but not locked during this inspection. SEE LIC809D for cited deficiencies · Medications are stored where inaccessible to children · Classrooms are equipped with age appropriate furniture and equipment in good condition. Furniture and equipment shall be in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. · Outdoor activity areas are supplied with age and size appropriate equipment in good condition · Playgrounds are enclosed by appropriate fences and free of hazards · The surface of the outdoor activity space is free of hazards. LPA observed wood chips and sand surrounding the outdoor activity space. · All toilets, handwashing, and bathing facilities are in safe and operating condition, at this time. · All floors were observed to be clean and free from hazards · Food preparation area is clean and free of vermin · Food is stored appropriately and protected from contamination · All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins have tight-fitting covers that were on and in good repair, at this time. · Uncontaminated drinking water shall be readily available both indoors and out. Drinking water is supplied by water faucet with water jug and plastic cups in each classroom. · The areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment shall be cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. · The Licensee shall ensure the facility is free of flies, other insects and rodents. · Outdoor activity space surfaces shall be free of hazards. · Appropriate carbon monoxide detector is present and was tested by the Director during this inspection. · Licensee/Director understands 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. · ZERO TOLERANCE - The Department has inspection authority as specified in Health & Safety Code sections 1596.852, 1596.853, and 1596.8535. · The Department shall notify a Licensee to immediately terminate the employment of, or to remove/bar any person with specified convictions or for other reasons. The Licensee shall comply with the notice. · The facility is operating within the terms of the license. · A review of staff records on 10/22/2021 indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. · A Staff member is present with current Pediatric CPR/First Aid which expires on 04/2023 and closing staff CPR/First Aid expires on 07/2022 · Licensee understand the name of the Child Care Center Director or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the Director's absence shall be reported to the Department within 10 days of a change. · Sign in/Sign out record was reviewed and meets regulation requirements, at this time. · Each Staff’s files contain the required health screening as specified in section 101216(g). Licensee/Director understands all personnel, including the Licensee, Administrator and Volunteers, shall be in good health and shall be physically and mentally capable of performing assigned tasks. SEE LIC809D for cited deficiencies · Personnel that pose a threat to the health and safety of children shall be relieved of their duties. · All personnel shall be given on-the-job training…or shall have related experience that demonstrates knowledge of and skill in…housekeeping and sanitation principles, including universal health precautions. · The Licensee/Director shall not exceed the conditions, limitations and capacity specified on the license. · ZERO TOLERANCE - Appropriate supervision was provided during this inspection. Licensee/Director understands the facility shall ensure no child(ren) shall be left without the supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at any time. · Ratios were met during this inspection. Licensee/Director understands there shall be a ratio of one Teacher supervising no more than 12 children in attendance. · Licensee/Director shall ensure that each child is accorded a safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment to meet the child's needs. · The Licensee/Director is responsible for ensuring that children with obvious symptoms of illness including, but not limited to, fever or vomiting, are not accepted. · The facility is equipped to isolate and care for any child who becomes ill during the day. The front office is used as an isolation area. · Each child’s file contains the required identification and emergency information and medical assessment. · Menus shall be posted at least one week in advance in a place visible by the child’s authorized · AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporter training completed on 01/13/2020 and expires on 01/13/2021 for Director Charlene. · Review of staff records did not contain proof staff are immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year or provide a statement denying the influenza vaccination. SEE LIC809D for cited deficiencies · 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 . · The Licensee can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov · The Licensee was informed of their reporting requirements and is provided with the Regional Office’s Unusual Incident Reporting email mailbox: UnusualIncidentReportsDO09@dss.ca.gov · The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday – Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm at (951)782-4200 · Access to forms & Regulations for a Child Care Center are online at www.cdss.ca.gov . See LIC809D for cited deficiencies. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Charlene Bunnell

Citations

9 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.

  • 101215.1(m)Type B

    Based on review of facility records, the Licensee did not comply with the section cited above in, Director Charlene Bunnell has proof of completed Health & Safety on college transcripts, however Director has not completed the Lead Exposure component of Health & Safety training which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

    Based on review of facility records, the Licensee did not comply with the section cited above in, Director Charlene did not have proof of recent TB clearance. TB clearance on file was not performed within one year prior to hire date or seven days after employment which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • IMMUNIZATIONS

    Based on review of facility records, the Licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not having proof of immunizations for Child #1 and Child #7. Licensee did not have updated immunizations for Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, Child #5, Child #8, and Child #10 which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 101238(c)Type B

    Based on inspection of the outdoor play area , the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, based on LPA Hogue observation of the preschool playground had sand and wood chips on the playground equipment, including playground stairs and playground steps. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 101238(g)(1)Type B

    Based on a tour of the Pre-K classroom and Preschool classroom, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, LPA observed labeled bleach bottles (Bottle #3) stored behind a latched cabinet. At the time of LPA's inspection, children were napping in the Preschool classroom and both cabinets were securely latched. LPA advised Director Bottle #3 and any other toxins and/or poisons must be stored in areas with a key-lock. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • ARTICLE 1. General Provisions and Definitions

    Based on facility records review, Licensee did not have proof of immunizations for Staff #3 and Staff #6 available at the time of LPA's request. Staff #3 is missing proof of MMR and Staff #6 is missing proof of Tdap and MMR. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 1596.8595Type B

    Based on review of facility records, the Licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not having proof of LIC9224-Acknowledgement Receipt of Licensing Reports from inspection on 06/17/2021 which a Type A deficiency for Care and Supervision 101229(a)(1). This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

    Based on review of facility records, the Licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not having a current proof of LIC503-Health Screening on file for Director Charlene Bunnell and Staff #4 which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

    Based on facility records review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in Licensee did not have proof of AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse certificates for Staff #3, along with renewal certificates for Staff #2 and Staff #4. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

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What happened during the October 22, 2021 inspection of CHILDTIME CHILDREN'S CENTER?

This was an inspection of CHILDTIME CHILDREN'S CENTER on October 22, 2021. 9 citations were issued: 9 Type B.

Were any citations issued to CHILDTIME CHILDREN'S CENTER on October 22, 2021?

Yes, 9 citations were issued (0 Type A, 9 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on review of facility records, the Licensee did not comply with the section cited above in, Director Charlene Bunn..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was an inspection. Inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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