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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

LITTLE LAMBS PRESCHOOL - NATIONAL CITYLicense 3767001814 citations on this visit
4 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 06/29/2023 at 1:30 PM\302\240 Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Dana Stevens, and Amber Hopkins, conducted an unannounced Annual Inspection and met with Director, Janet Azevedo.\302\240 LPA's disclosed the purpose of the inspection and toured the facility indoors and outdoors. The facility provides\302\240care for children ages 2-5 in 2 classrooms. Hours of operation are Monday - Friday 6:30 am -5:30 pm. At the time of this inspection the following ratios were observed: *12 napping children were present with 2 staff in the Tiger Classroom. There were no bodies of water observed within the premises. Director stated there are no firearms/weapons on the grounds. Furniture and playground equipment are kept in good condition. Facility has a functioning carbon monoxide detector that meets requirements. All toilets and hand washing facilities are safe and working in sanitary conditions. Drinking water is available both indoors and out via water fountains and water dispensers. Children use disposable paper cups. Facility does have a kitchen and provides children with breakfast and two snacks daily, all children bring lunch from home. Facility's kitchen and food storage areas are clean and sanitary.\302\240 All food is protected against contamination and any contaminated food is discarded immediately. Outdoor activity space surface is maintained in a safe condition and free of hazards.\302\240 All storage containers for solid waste have a tight-fitting covers that are kept on and in good repair. The child care center is clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children. Roster and children files were reviewed and found complete. Staff files were reviewed and found incomplete. Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1- CCP). LPA was unable to verify that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA referred Director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care centers/. Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division 12 & Chapter 3), are being cited on the attached LIC 809-D. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

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.

  • PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not having health screenings for two staff members, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care

  • ARTICLE 1. General Provisions and Definitions

    Based on record review the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not having proof of immunization on file for 2 staff members, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not having proof of mandated reporter training for two staff members, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • ARTICLE 3. Administration

    Based on interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not having their water tested for lead by the January 1, 2023 deadline, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the June 29, 2023 inspection of LITTLE LAMBS PRESCHOOL - NATIONAL CITY?

This was a inspection inspection of LITTLE LAMBS PRESCHOOL - NATIONAL CITY on June 29, 2023. 4 citations were issued: 4 Type B.

Were any citations issued to LITTLE LAMBS PRESCHOOL - NATIONAL CITY on June 29, 2023?

Yes, 4 citations were issued (0 Type A, 4 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not having health screenings for two..."

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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