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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERLicense 4105177391 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On August 27th, 2021, at 8:30am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kassandra Medrano conducted a random annual licensing inspection today. Facility is licensed as a combination center which includes: infant and Toddler programs. Days and hours of operation: Monday- Friday: 6:30am-6pm. Analyst toured the facility building and grounds, conducted an evaluation of the physical plant, and reviewed some staff files, follow up visit to be made to complete file review. At 9am: During tour of facility, LPA observed 2 staff not associated to facility. After review of records, it was confirmed that the staff did not have fingerprint clearance. Individuals were immediately removed. Rooms of use are: Rainbow Fish, Starfish, Toddler A, Toddler B. The facility has a fully charged fire extinguisher that meets the minimum requirements, smoke detector, and a carbon monoxide detector in the facility. Facility is adequately furnished with age appropriate toys, furniture, cribs, changing tables, and equipment. Separate staff bathrooms are available. Outdoor play area inspected for health and safety hazards; areas around and under climbing equipment is cushioned with soft rubber. If breast milk is provided by parents, it is stored appropriately in the refrigerator in an individualized bag and each bottle is labeled. Facility does not provide formula and diapers for their child. Sinks are present in the classroom as well as located near the changing tables. No pools, spas, hot tubs, fish ponds or similar bodies of water are present. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons, and toxins are inaccessible to children. Per staff, there are no firearms or weapons on site. Portable is set up for child care and furniture and equipment for infant children is present. Adequate first aid supplies are available. Facility has posted all the required licensing forms in a prominent accessible location. Child Discipline Procedures, Emergency Evacuation Procedures, Medication Policies, Isolation of Sick Children, Napping Requirements, Food Service, Cleaning and sanitation practices of linens, toys and equipment used In the infant center, Transportation, Parents Rights, and Reporting Requirements. Facility informed that effective 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 reviewed with director the Mandated Child Abuse Reporting training as compliant with AB 1207. As of January 1, 2018, all child care staff and volunteers are required to complete Mandated Child Abuse Reporter Training every two years. The training can be obtained online at www.mandatedreporterca.com . Director was advised of the annual required pesticides training. For More information about changes to the Healthy Schools Act, templates, articles, and required training you can inspect the DPR website at: https://apps.cdpr.ca.gov/schoolipm/childcare/training/main.cfm Current forms and Title 22 Regulations can be obtained through the internet at www.ccld.ca.gov Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA is 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 . California Code of Regulations, Title 22 deficiencies are being cited on the following page(s): "NOTICE OF SITE VISIT" DOCUMENT WAS POSTED ADJACENT TO THE MAIN ENTRY DOORWAY AND VISIBLE TO PARENTS. LICENSEE MUST POST ANY TYPE A DEFICIENCIES DURING TODAYS VISIT WITH THE NOTICE AND LICENSEE UNDERSTANDS THE NOTICE AND TYPE A DEFICIENCIES MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR THIRTY DAYS. REQUIREMENTS FOR AB 633 FACT SHEET AND A COPY OF ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT OF LICENSING REPORTS (LIC 9224) WERE DISCUSSED WITH APPLICANT/PROVIDER. PROVIDER UNDERSTANDS THIS REQUIREMENT. This TYPE A citation page shall be posted for 30 days along with the \342\200\234Notice of Site Visit.\342\200\235 This page shall be provided to all parents of children currently enrolled and any future children being enrolled for the next 12 months per AB 633 requirements..

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.

  • 101170(e)Type A

    101170(e) Criminal Record ClearanceAll individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 shall prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility: At 9am during inspection LPA observed 2 uncleared indivduasl. This poses an immediate health & safety risk to children in care.

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What happened during the August 27, 2021 inspection of KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER?

This was a inspection inspection of KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER on August 27, 2021. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER on August 27, 2021?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "101170(e) Criminal Record ClearanceAll individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Cod..."

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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