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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERLicense 3648090761 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 06/13/2023 at 2:38 PM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Susan Brewer arrived at the facility to conduct a 1 year required annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Director Alisa Holtegaard. LPA toured the facility, inside and out, reviewed records, and observed and/or discussed the following: Normal days and hours of operation: Monday- Friday, 6:00 AM to 7:15 & 11:30 PM to 6:00 PM during the school year; 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, during the summer. The inspection consisted of reviews of the following domains: Food Service Reporting Requirements Physical Plant, Care and Supervision Children Records, Staff Records Staffing Ratio and Capacity Personal Rights. The inspection found the facility to be in compliance in these domains, except as noted on the LIC809-D. A review of the staff records and children's records were conducted as part of this evaluation. The licensee is asked to update the following documents and submit to licensing within 30 days: Only if changes have been made: 1. LIC 500 Personnel Report 2. LIC 610 Emergency & Disaster Plan 3. Parent Handbook/ Program Curriculum/Admission policies and procedures/ fee schedule (only if changes have been made) 4. LIC 309 Administrative Organization 5. LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility The following items have been posted and are updated where necessary: - License, Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610) and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC9148) - Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster (PUB393), Personal Rights (LIC613A); Child Car Seat Law, Menu \302\267 The facility is operating within the terms of the license on today's date. \302\267 Facility is clean, safe and sanitary and in good repair. \302\267 Ratios were met during this inspection with a census of 4 staff supervising 17 children. \302\267 A fully charged fire extinguisher (2A:10BC) was observed. A smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector were present and tested by the Licensee during this inspection. \302\267 Appropriate supervision was provided during this inspection \302\267 Classrooms are equipped with age-appropriate furniture and equipment in good condition \302\267 Classrooms are clean and free of hazards \302\267 All materials and surface accessible to children are toxic free. \302\267 No weapons stored at the facility. \302\267 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. \302\267 Medications are stored where inaccessible to children in a locked cabinet next to the office. \302\267 Center is equipped to isolate and care for any child who becomes ill during the day at the office and use staff restrooms. \302\267 Hazards are stored where inaccessible to children which include disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other items that are dangerous to children. \302\267 All classroom floors shall be clean and safe \302\267 Measures are taken to keep the facility free of flies, other insects and rodents on a monthly basis. \302\267 Toxins are locked. \302\267 Bathrooms were observed to be safe, clean and in operating condition. \302\267 Playgrounds are enclosed by appropriate fences and free of hazards. \302\267 Outdoor activity areas are supplied with age and size appropriate equipment in good condition. \302\267 Food preparation area is clean and free of vermin. \302\267 Food is stored appropriately and protected from contamination. \302\267 All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. \302\267 LPA Susan Brewer, was unable to verify if uncontaminated drinking water is readily available both indoors and outdoors. LPA observed disposable cups next to the sink, located in the school age classroom and confirmed that school age children access tap water for drinking, from a sink located in the classroom. To date, the facility has not provided proof of lead testing for water outlets used for consumption and/or food prep. Per director, some children bring their own individual water cups and staff can contact a kitchen staff to request filtered water in pitchers, however, LPA did not observe pitchers of water readily available for children in the classrooms on 06/13/2023. \302\267 The areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment shall be cushioned with material that absorbs a fall by wood chips. \302\267 Menus shall be posted at least one week in advance in a place visible by the child\342\200\231s authorized representative, dated and kept on file for 30 days, and made available upon request. \302\267 Sign in/Sign out record was reviewed and meets regulation requirements \302\267 A Staff member is present with current Pediatric CPR/First Aid which expires on: 05/2025 \302\267 Opening and closing staff member\342\200\231s CPR/First Aid expires on: 01/2024 \302\267 Director completed Health/Safety/Nutrition Training Fall 2018 transcripts; No Lead. \302\267 Staff qualifications and files were reviewed \342\200\223 On 06/13/2023, a health screening is on file and all staff meet educational requirements and health requirements for performing assigned tasks. \302\267 Staff received on the job training for housekeeping, sanitation and universal health precautions \302\267 Each child\342\200\231s file is complete on 06/13/2023. \302\267 Licensee was informed of the Department has inspection authority per Health and Safety Codes \302\267 Documentation of Lead Testing is on file: NOT ON FILE \302\267 A review of staff records on 06/01/2023 indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. The Licensee was informed of their reporting requirements and is provided with the Regional Office\342\200\231s Unusual Incident Reporting email mailbox: UnusualIncidentReportsDO09@dss.ca.gov This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. 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 For FCCHs: Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. Director Alisa Holtegaard, was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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 licensed 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. The Licensee can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov for Riverside Regional Office. 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/process . Deficiency was cited for a Type B violation this visit. Civil Penalties was not issued this visit. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Alisa Holtegaard.

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.

  • ARTICLE 3. Administration

    Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in the licensee failed to conduct required lead testing on water outlets used for water consumption and food preparation, prior to January 1, 2023; which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the June 13, 2023 inspection of KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER?

This was a inspection inspection of KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER on June 13, 2023. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER on June 13, 2023?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in the licensee failed to..."

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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