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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

FOOTSTEPS PRESCHOOLLicense 4344157865 citations on this visit
5 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Samantha Yip conducted an unannounced Required- 1 Year inspection. LPA met with staff, Lisa Serna, and explained the reason for the inspection. Present during today's inspection were 26 children and at least four staff. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7AM to 6PM. There is a working phone at the center. LPA reviewed the sign in/sign out sheet. LPA toured the inside and outside of the center with Lisa. Disinfectant, cleaning supplies, and other items that could pose a risk to children were inaccessible to children. LPA observed that there containers of disinfectant wipes under the bathroom sinks for children and a bag with a roll of disinfectant wipes under the bathroom sinks located near the 2 years old classroom. There was a tube of diaper cream under changing table. Lisa removed the wipes and diaper cream during inspection and placed it in an off-limit area. There are toys and equipment for children. The floor were free of tripping hazards. There is a fully charged fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector. The last fire/disaster drill was on 10/28/2022. Lisa stated that there are no weapons, such as firearms, stored on the premise. The outdoor area is fenced. Shaded rest area is provided through tree, building overhang, and umbrellas. Play structure were observed to be in good condition. LPA observed that resilient material was low. There were no bodies of water observed during today's inspection. ------------------------continues on 809 dated 05/24/2023 page 2------------------ ------------------continuation of 809 dated 05/24/2023 page 1---------------------- This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of 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)/ (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 . Seven (7) staff files were reviewed during today's inspection. The records reviewed include but not limited education credit and Health Screening. LPA observed that 3 out of seven staff did not have health screening on file. Lisa has a valid CPR/1st Aid, which expires on 01/29/2025. LPA observed that there a staff that was standing outside of the bathrooms next to the chapel. There were children in both the girls and boys restroom. Staff went back from each bathroom. LPA discussed with Lisa that there needs to be a staff positioned where they can visually supervise children at all times, including when they are in the bathroom. An additional staff came and stood outside of the other restroom during today's inspection. There was a staff standing at each restroom where they can visually supervise children in the restroom. LPA observed that center is using the chapel as a napping room. Chapel was included in the facility sketch submitted during the initial application. LPA checked with the Fire Marshal to ensure that it was part of the approved fire clearance. LPA discussed with Lisa that the center needs to designate her to be responsible if the Director is not present. As a result of this inspection, type B citations were issued. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with Lisa Serna. A notice of site visit has been issued and must remain posted for 30 days. Staff, Lisa Serna, was informed that the Annual Inspection will continue and be completed at a later date.

Citations

5 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.

  • 101161(a)Type A

    LIMITATIONS ON CAPACITY

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. LPA observed that the center is using the chapel as the nap room. Center is only licensed for Room 2, 3 and 4.

  • PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in three out of eight persons, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 101216(l)(1)(B)Type B

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in two out of seven persons, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • RESPONSIBILITY FOR PROVIDING CARE AND SUPERVISION

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. LPA observed that facility is using both restroom for children. There were only one staff outside. Staff cannot see children in both restroom. Staff was walking back and forth from both restrooms.

  • OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. LPA observed that there was not enough resilient material around the play structure.

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What happened during the May 24, 2023 inspection of FOOTSTEPS PRESCHOOL?

This was a inspection inspection of FOOTSTEPS PRESCHOOL on May 24, 2023. 5 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 4 Type B.

Were any citations issued to FOOTSTEPS PRESCHOOL on May 24, 2023?

Yes, 5 citations were issued (1 Type A, 4 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited, which poses an immediate health, safety or p..."

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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