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Inspection visit

Incident investigation

GARDEN PRESCHOOLLicense 4262144563 citations on this visit
3 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

A case management inspection was conducted by Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) S. Mendoza-Ceja and J. Laxo who met with the Co-Director Devon Robles. The purpose of the inspection was to review the incident that occurred on 06/16/2021. The Director reported the incident and submitted the incident report to the Department as required. On 06/16/2021, the Pre-k and 3 year old classrooms were on the playground when an incident occurred. At approximately 4:35 pm, child #1's was running/chasing another child when child #1 tripped and fell landing on his left arm. Child #1's sustained an injury and teacher #1 contacted the parents immediately. Teacher #1 stated she administered first aid to child #1. Parents did seek medical attention for child #1 who sustained a broken arm. Further review of the incident, revealed there were two aides supervising up to 13 children at the time of the incident. Teacher #1 stated she went to the restroom and when she returned to the playground area a few minutes later. When she returned to the playground is when aide #1 was walking up to her with child #1 who had already sustained the injury. During the inspection, LPAs reviewed staff qualifications and interviewed staff. The following Type B deficiencies are cited according to CCR, Title 22, Division 12 on page #2 and page #3. Exit interview was conducted with Devon Robles, during which time Appeal Rights were explained. Appeal Rights were reviewed. Failure to Post the Notice of Site Visit for 30 days may result in a $100.00 Civil Penalty.

Citations

3 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.

  • 101216.3Type B

    Teacher Child Ratio: There shall be a ratio of one teacher visually observing and supervising no more than 12 children in attendance, except as specified in (b) and (c) below.This requirement was not met as evidenced by staff interviews and review of files revealed there were two aides supervising up to 13 children at the time of the incident. Teacher #1 stated she went to the restroom and when she returned to the playground area a few minutes later.

  • 1596.7995a1Type B

    Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year. This requirement was not met as evidenced by review of records and interviews.Review of records and interviews revealed staff 3 of 4 files reviewed did not have verification of MMR, Tdap and Flu.

  • 1596.86624(b)(1)Type B

    On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training. This requirement was not met as evidenced by review of records and interviews.Review of records and interviews revealed staff 4 files reviewed did not have verification of current AB 1207 Training.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the July 21, 2021 inspection of GARDEN PRESCHOOL?

This was an other inspection of GARDEN PRESCHOOL on July 21, 2021. 3 citations were issued: 3 Type B.

Were any citations issued to GARDEN PRESCHOOL on July 21, 2021?

Yes, 3 citations were issued (0 Type A, 3 Type B). The first citation was for: "Teacher Child Ratio: There shall be a ratio of one teacher visually observing and supervising no more than 12 children i..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was an other inspection. other inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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