Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On June 8, 2022 at 12:05 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Cowan met with director for a 1 Year Required Inspection. Purpose of the inspection was explained. Present, in the facility are director, 8 staff, and 78 children in care. Facility is operating within its capacity, and facility is in compliance with staff / child ratio on this day. Facility is located on the Nesbit Elementary School grounds, and is currently operating from classes
A, B, 1, 6, 7,11, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30, 31, 34, 42, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48
. Facility operates day care Monday to Friday from 07:00 AM to 06:15 PM.
With director, LPA inspected the day care rooms and play yard. LPA observed facility has smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector, fully charged fire extinguisher, and working telephone on site. All cleaning solutions, poisons and other chemicals dangerous to the children are stored inaccessible to the children. Facility has age appropriate furniture. Facility floor is in good repair and free of any hazards.
There are first aid supplies available in the classroom. All bathrooms are in working condition. All food is stored properly to avoid contamination. Food preparation area is free of litter. Play yard is free of hazards. There is a sufficient amount of bark to help absorb the impact of falls. There is water available on the yard as well as in the classroom.
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LPA observed that facility is using electronic sign in / out. LPA viewed sign in/out. Facility has license and all other required documents posted and visible for the public. Facility\342\200\231s last emergency drill was conducted 5/23/22 and is properly logged. At 12:21 PM, LPA reviewed the facility records. LPA reviewed 10 random children's files and 8 random staff's files. All files are complete with all required Licensing documents.
LPA discussed Covid protocols and fresh air for children. Director states that facility cleaning is happening before and after hours in the facility.
This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226.The following information regarding ADA was 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
Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
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Director is aware that all staff is required to complete Mandated Reporter Training every two years. The training can be obtained online at
www.mandatedreporterca.com
. LPA observed the completion certificates on file. LPA encourages the director to frequently visit our website at
www.ccld.ca.gov
for licensing regulations and new updates.
>No deficiencies were cited today under CCR, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the site director Cnotra Nichols.
This report must be available in the facility for public review. Notice of site visit was observed being posted.
Director was advised any additional questions to call Office, M-F, 8am-5pm, 650-266-8800 or 1-844-538-8766. Website:
www.cdss.ca.gov
The copy of this report is reviewed and provided to the director. Notice of site visit is posted and shall remain posted for next 30 days.
Copy of this report was reviewed and will be emailed to the director, Cnotra Nichols at
CNOTRA.NICHOLS@FOOTSTEPSCHILDCARE.ORG
by the close of business on 6/8/22. Confirmation of receipt is required. Signed copy of this report will be stored in the facility file.