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PSD/ONTARIO HEAD STARTLicense 3648012141 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

It was disclosed during interviews with a random group of parents that their children in care expressed to them that they feel sad, mad, afraid, nervous and on guard when child(ren) in question is/are present since their behavior is unpredictable at times and unable to controlled by one staff. Based on LPA’s observation(s), documents received, and information obtained during interviews conducted, the preponderance of evidence standard has met. The above allegation is SUBSTANTIATED SEE LIC 9099-D for the deficiencies cited Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed Site Supervisor(s), Meenakshi Verma and Monica Parga . A Notice of Site Visit and Type A Deficiency was given and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to the interior of the main door for 30 days. Appeal Rights discussed and given to facility representative, along with a copy of this report and LIC 9224 was given to the licensee or facility representative. The LIC 9224/Type A citation must be provided to parents/guardian of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for the verification.

Citations

4 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.

  • 101212(d)(1)(C)Type B

    REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

    Reporting Requirements. Any unusual incident or child absence that threatens the physical or emotional health or safety of a child shall be reported to the Department within 24 hours of the occurrence. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: The center failed to report the incident of Child#1 running out of the facility on 03/21/24 to community care licensing (CCL) on a timely manner.This is an potential Health and Safety Risk for the children in care.

  • 101226.3(b)Type B

    OBSERVATION OF THE CHILD

    101226.3(b) Observation of the Child. Any unusual behavior, any injury or signs of illness requiring assessment and/or administration of first aid by staff shall be reported to the child's authorized representative and recorded in the child's record. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Per files review conducted by LPAs during inspection 04/04/24 and 04/26/24 no ouch/incident(s) reports related behavior nor injuries were documented for Child#1.

  • 101223(a)(2)Type A

    PERSONAL RIGHTS

    101223(a)(2) Personal Rights. Each child shall be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment.This requirement was not met as evidenced by: There were multiple incidents documented in a 1-3 month period involving the same child(ren) hitting other children. Facility failed to protect the safety of the children. This is an immediate Health and Safety Risk for the children in care.

  • 1596.8662(b)(1)Type B

    ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 7 staff files did not have a current certificate, which poses a potential health, safety and personal rights risk to persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the April 26, 2024 inspection of PSD/ONTARIO HEAD START?

This was a complaint inspection of PSD/ONTARIO HEAD START on April 26, 2024. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to PSD/ONTARIO HEAD START on April 26, 2024?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "Reporting Requirements. Any unusual incident or child absence that threatens the physical or emotional health or safety..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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