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Inspection visit

Complaint

ABC CHILDREN'S CENTER AT SAN DIEGOLicense 3767011402 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 10/04/2022 at 10:30am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Selina Siao conducted an unannounced inspection to investigate the above allegations. Upon arrival, LPA Siao met with Director Cristy Novoa and conducted a tour of the two toddler classrooms and the preschool classrooms. During the tour LPA observed teacher aides Zahra Ahmadkhah and Shahrbanoo Mousavi at the toddler playground supervising 7 toddlers as teacher Ledy Rodriguez Salgado had step away to the restroom. During today's inspection, LPA inspected the toddler playground and the sand areas around and under the climbing structure and the two slides are compacted and does not have sufficient cushioned to absorbs falls. Based on LPA’s observations and interviews which were conducted and record reviews the preponderance of evidence standard has been meet regarding the above allegations, therefore the above allegations are found to be SUBSTANTIATED, California Code of Regulations, 101216.2(e) and 101238.2(e)(1) are being cited on the attached LIC 9099D. Appeal Rights were discussed and provided. Notice of Site Visit was posted during this visit and will remain posted for 30 days.

Citations

2 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.

  • TEACHER AIDE QUALIFICATIONS AND DUTIES

    Teacher Aide Qualification and Duties: An aide shall work only under the direct supervision of a teacher. This requirement is not met as evidence by: LPA Siaoobserved teacher aides Zahra Ahmadkhah and Shahrbanoo Mousavi were supervising 7 toddlers at the toddler playground while the toddler teacher Ledy Rodriguez went to the restroom. This poses a potential health and safety risk to clients in care.

  • 101238.2(e)(1)Type B

    Outdoor Activity Space: As a condition of licensure, the areas around and under high climbing equipment, swings, slides and other similar equipment shall be cushioned with material that absorbs falls. This requirement is not met as evidence by: LPA Siao inspected the toddler playground and the sand areas around and under the climbing structure and two slides are compacted and does not have sufficient cushioned to absorbs falls. This poses a potential health and safety risk to clients in care.

FAQ · About this visit

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What happened during the October 4, 2022 inspection of ABC CHILDREN'S CENTER AT SAN DIEGO?

This was a complaint inspection of ABC CHILDREN'S CENTER AT SAN DIEGO on October 4, 2022. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to ABC CHILDREN'S CENTER AT SAN DIEGO on October 4, 2022?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Teacher Aide Qualification and Duties: An aide shall work only under the direct supervision of a teacher. This requireme..."

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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