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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

SOUTH COAST MONTESSORILicense 426215358
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On December 7 th , 2022 at 12:54PM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rosie Breault conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection. LPA met with center Director Brian Cogswell and explained the purpose of the inspection. Director provided LPA a tour of the center inside and out. At the time of the inspection, the center had eighteen (18) children in care and six (6) teachers. The center operates from 8:15AM \342\200\223 5:30PM Monday-Friday. This is a combined center with a preschool program. LPA observed required licensing notices posted prominently on the wall at the entrance of the facility. Center uses the electronic application BrightWheel for sign in an out purposes. The center currently utilizes three classrooms all which had age appropriate toys and furnishings. LPA found classrooms to be neat, orderly with proper ventilation. Children\342\200\231s cubbies are separated, and personal items do not mingle. The classrooms had a changing table with sinks readily accessible. LPAs observed cots for napping that are disinfected daily, and children\342\200\231s bedding stored separately. At the time of the inspection, children were napping with proper care and supervision with unencumbered access to exit in case of emergency. Food and milk are stored within two refrigerators both functioning properly. Children provide their own water and filtered water is available for use. Center provides one snack for infants and menu is posted on the wall. Outdoor play area has ample shade, soft cushioning and age appropriate toys and equipment. LPA reviewed a sampling of individual needs & services and feeding plans. Incident Medical Services are currently not being provided and LPA observed first aid kits in classrooms. The last fire drill was conducted on Nov. 16 th 2022 at 10:00AM. CONTINUED ON LIC809C A sampling of children and staff records were reviewed. Teachers have required qualifications. Teacher present has Pediatric First Aid/CPR certificate expires 4/8/2024 and all sampled AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificates are current. LPAs verified SB 792 Child Care Adult Immunization and Tuberculosis Requirements. Facility is following Safe Sleep Guidelines. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/ (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. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee [or facility representative] and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee [facility representative] of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. No deficiencies were cited during today's inspection. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director THE NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS POSTED AS REQUIRED BY H&S CODE SEC. 1596.817. THE NOTICE OF SITE VISIT MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS OR A CIVIL PENALTY OF $100.00 WILL APPLY.

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 December 7, 2022 inspection of SOUTH COAST MONTESSORI?

This was an inspection of SOUTH COAST MONTESSORI on December 7, 2022. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to SOUTH COAST MONTESSORI on December 7, 2022?

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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