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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

ALTA PLAZA PRESCHOOLLicense 384000037
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On October 24, 2023 at approximately 11:30am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ly conducted an Unannounced Required - 1 Year Visit at and met with Site Director, Erika Tinoco during the visit. Purpose of the inspection was explained. There were 4 staff including the Director caring for 19 children. Teacher to child ratios were met on this day. The facility has fully charged fire extinguishers, smoke detectors and a carbon monoxide detector that meet the minimum requirements. The facility uses electronic system for parents to sign their children in and out of the program. LPA and Site Director inspected the center for Health and Safety Hazards. There are no pools, spas or other bodies of water on the premises. Adequate first aid supplies are available. Sick children will be separated from the group while waiting for parents to pick up. All cleaning supplies and other potentially harmful items are stored inaccessible to the children . Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free from loose, sharp or pointed parts. Children's bathrooms are in working order with adequate supplies. There are separate bathrooms on site for adults. The food prep area is clean and orderly. The center provides snacks and has a vendor lunch. Menus are posted in the center. All solid waste storage containers have tight fitting lids. Drinking water is provided to children by children's individual labeled water bottles. Facility has waiver granted to take children to a nearby park as part of their outdoor requirement. Last Emergency Drill was conducted on 08/22/2023 and properly logged. During today's visit, a random sample of children's and staff\342\200\231s files were reviewed and found to be complete. At least one staff have current Pediatric First Aid and CPR. Facility has posted all the required licensing forms in a prominent visible location. CONTINUED>>>...PAGE 2... PAGE 2... 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 verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. 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. CONTINUED>>>...PAGE 3... PAGE 3... Facility was also informed that as of September 1, 2016, a person may not be employed or volunteer at a child care facility unless he or she has been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or qualifies for an exemption pursuant to Health and Safety code 1596.7995 and 1597.662. LPA discussed Child Abuse Mandated Training AB1207 with the Director. As of January 1, 2018 all staff will be required to complete Mandated Reporter Training every two years . The training can be obtained online at www.mandatedreporterca.com . Pesticide regulations were discussed with the Director. In accordance with the Healthy Schools Act, California law requires that anyone using any pesticide must be trained every year in integrated pest management and the safe use of pesticides around children. The director was advised that a free one hour online course is available on the Department of Pesticide Regulation's Web site: www.cdpr.ca.gov/schoolipm/training . For questions, email ccipmlist@cdpr.ca.gov. Director was also advised to reach out to San Bruno Regional Office for concern or questions. Desk Duty is available M-F, 8a.m.-5p.m. (650) 266-8800. Website for forms and regulations updates: www.cdss.cs.gov/inforesources/Community-Care-Licensing An Exit Interview was conducted with Director. No deficiencies were issued today under Title 22 Division 12 of the California Code of Regulations. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and left with Director whose signature on this form confirm receipt of these reports . Notice of Site Visit was posted. Notice to remain posted for 30 days. For updates on Licensing information, go to CCL website: www.ccld.ca.gov . For Provider Information Notice: ccld.ca.gov/PG5098.htm

Citations

No citations recorded on this visit

The inspector found no violations of California child care regulations during this visit.

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What happened during the October 24, 2023 inspection of ALTA PLAZA PRESCHOOL?

This was an inspection of ALTA PLAZA PRESCHOOL on October 24, 2023. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to ALTA PLAZA PRESCHOOL on October 24, 2023?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

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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