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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

GROWING TREE LEARNING CENTERLicense 434410761
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Page 1 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Oscar, conducted an unannounced annual inspection of the Preschool. LPA met with Director, Hsini Huang and informed her of the purpose of the visit. LPA arrived at the facility at 12:40 P M. an observed Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Right Poster, Children's Personal Rights, Child Car Seat Laws, Child Care License, LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Form (1 and 2), LIC308 Designation of Responsibilities, and menu observed to be posted. Facility\342\200\231s operating days and hours are Monday- Friday 08:15 AM to 06:00 PM. During visit, LPA observed a ratio of 86 to 13 staff. All staff present on site are associated to the facility. LPA reminded director 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 inspected the building inside and out with Director Hsini Huang. The Preschool classroom (s), restroom (s) for children to use and office area, storage area, food storage areas were inspected. Furniture and equipment were observed to be age appropriate and free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. There is a separate staff rest-room in the kitchen area. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons, sharps, and other items that are dangerous to children were stored inaccessible. Facility provides one meal Lunch and snacks. Meals are prepared and provided from licensed restaurant outside. LPA observed that food storage areas. Foods and beverages were kept protected against contamination and spoilage. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers on. Page 2 The preschool playground is completely enclosed by fencing. Activity schedule was posted. LPA observed play equipment were maintained, free of hazards. Areas around and under high climbing equipment were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. There were no bodies of water observed. Facility representative stated that facility does not have weapons on the premises. Drinking water is arranged to be readily available to children. Shade is provided by trees, building overhang, etc. First Aid kit was inspected. Fully charged fire extinguisher, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were observed. LPA observed proof of recorded of the last fire/disaster drill. LPA reviewed facility's sign in/out procedure and record. A sampling of children and staff files was selected for review. Children records reviewed includes: Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Information, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment form, Medical Assessment, and immunization. Staff records reviewed include: Criminal Record and Child Abuse Index Background Check Clearance, Health Screening Report with TB Clearance, Immunization Record for Measles and Pertussis, Education Qualification, and required Training. LPA reminded Director that the AB1207 Mandated Reporter Training needs to be renewed every two years. There was at least one person with documented current certification in Pediatric CPR/1st Aid present at the facility during LPA' inspection. This facility currently does not provide Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 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 . LPA reviewed with facility director the violations that would result in an immediate $500 civil penalty assessment. Director is encouraged to visit the Department\342\200\231s website at www.cdss.ca.gov [Shortcut: ccld.ca.gov] to access resources for Providers, Regulations etc. Page 3 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 was cited. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. The report was discussed and verbally translated into Chinese during the exit interview with Director, Hsini Huang.

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 March 23, 2023 inspection of GROWING TREE LEARNING CENTER?

This was a inspection inspection of GROWING TREE LEARNING CENTER on March 23, 2023. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to GROWING TREE LEARNING CENTER on March 23, 2023?

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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