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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

CATALYST KIDS - NIMITZLicense 430709552
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mandeep Kaur met with Program lead, Alenoosh Hovasapian , for an unannounced Annual/Random inspection. The purpose of today's inspection was explained with Program lead. Facility's License, Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Right Poster, Child Car Seat Law, Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Emergency Disaster Plan, Menus, Activity Schedule, and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist were observed to be posted. The center's operating hours are Monday through Friday from 06:30am to 08:30 am and 01:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The school age program is licensed to serve children from kindergarten to 12 years in Room 21 and Room 22. LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas. Fire drill was conducted on August 28, 2024. The facility has current children's roster and a copy was provided to LPA during the inspection. Copy of personnel report was obtained during today's inspection. Cleaning products, disinfectants, sharp objects were stored inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment were observed to be age appropriate and in good condition. The facility is clean. There are four sinks and three toilets available for the children in the school age program. Program lead stated that the center has a third party cleaning service that comes and clean the facility after daycare hours. The center provides afternoon snacks to the children. There is a kitchen at the facility for food preparation. The kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, storage space for food, and a sink with hot and cold running water. Drinking water is available for the children indoor via individual water bottles and in a filtered pitcher . LPA observed trash cans with tight fitting covers for the disposable of solid waste. The facility has fire extinguishers and working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Continuation on next pages: The playground is surrounded with appropriate fencing and the outdoor surfaces are safe. Shade is provided. Drinking water is readily available for the children outdoor via individual water bottles and in a filtered pitcher. There were no bodies of water observed. Program lead stated that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. LPA reviewed 5 random children's files. Children records reviewed include Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Information, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment, Parent Right's Receipt, Personal Rights, and Health History. LPA reviewed a staff file. Staff records reviewed include Employee Rights, Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, Health Screening Report with TB Clearance, Immunizations (Measles, Pertussis, and Influenza) and required training. LPA reminded Program lead that the Mandated Reporter Training shall be renewed by all staff every two years. At least one staff member present during the inspection has current Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234 medication 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/ . Program lead 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. Continuation on next page: 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). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . Program lead 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&R's) throughout California. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/process . No Deficiency issued during today's inspection. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed Program lead, Alenoosh Hovasapian . A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS.

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 September 9, 2024 inspection of CATALYST KIDS - NIMITZ?

This was a inspection inspection of CATALYST KIDS - NIMITZ on September 9, 2024. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to CATALYST KIDS - NIMITZ on September 9, 2024?

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 a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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