Follow-up·October 18, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Marilou Monico, conducted an unannounced Case Management inspection. LPA observed that the front door of the facility was locked. A sign was posted by the door to contact any of the three individuals listed. LPA contacted Director, Naoko Harada. Naoko indicated that she is out of the office. LPA explained to her the purpose of the inspection and asked her if someone in the facility has access to the documents needed for the inspection such as Self-Certification (LIC9275) completed by Certified External Water Sampler, Sampling Checklist Form (LIC9276), and Facility Sketch (LIC999) labeled with locations of water outlets that were tested. Naoko stated that she is the only one who has those documents. LPA reviewed the water sample summary and asked Naoko to identify faucet "G" with reported Lead Action Level Exceedance of 5.5 parts per billion (ppb) or greater. Naoko stated that faucet "G" is the staff's faucet located in Room 26. LPA met with Administrative Assistant, Maritza Fuentes. LPA was accompanied by Maritza to check Room 26. LPA observed that the staff's faucet is not labelled. Staff in Room 26 indicated that they are only using the staff's faucet to wash their hands. LPA observed filtered water container in the classroom. Martiza stated that they use filtered water from the kitchen's faucet for drinking as well as food preparation purposes. LPA observed three faucets available for the children and another faucet in the kitchen. During the inspection, Maritza covered the staff's faucet with plastic and placed a "Do Not Use" sign. As a result of this inspection, Type B deficiency was cited on the following page. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Administrative Assistant, Maritza Fuentes. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS.