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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

LITTLE CHILDREN'S DEVELOPMENTAL CENTERLicense 3840008181 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On October 20, 2023 at approximately 12:00pm, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Ly and Tse conducted an Unannounced Required - 1 Year Visit at and met with Site Director, Stefanie Chan during the visit. Purpose of the inspection was explained. There were 3 staff including the Director caring for 9 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 requirement. The center uses a clip board for parents to sign children in and out of the program. All children were signed into the system. 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. All cleaning supplies and other potentially harmful items are stored inaccessible to the children. Medications are stored in cabinet, inaccessible to children. LPA reviewed medication procedures with staff. 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 breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack to children and has a vendor Chefable lunch. Menus are posted in the center. All solid waste storage containers have tight fitting lids. Drinking water is provided indoor and outdoor with children's individual water bottles. LPA and Site Director also toured the outdoor play area for Health and Safety Hazards. LPA observed outdoor equipment is in good condition, free from loose, sharp or pointed parts. Last Emergency Drill was conducted on 07/15/2023 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). Facility completed lead testing for drinking water. However, testing was done after January 01, 2023. A type B violation has been issued and cleared on this day as LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. Deficiency is cleared during today's visit. 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-carecenters/ . 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. An Exit Interview was conducted with Director. 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

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 record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the October 20, 2023 inspection of LITTLE CHILDREN'S DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER?

This was a inspection inspection of LITTLE CHILDREN'S DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER on October 20, 2023. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to LITTLE CHILDREN'S DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER on October 20, 2023?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which posed a potential health, safety ..."

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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