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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

COMMUNITY FIRST SCHOOLLicense 4344161962 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

#2 Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Marilou Monico and Elizabeth Larios conducted an unannounced Annual Required inspection. LPAs met with Site Director, Dieu-Mi Le, and Licensee Representative, Thao Tran, and informed them the purpose of today's inspection. Facility's License, Notification of Parents’ Rights Poster, Child Car Seat Law, Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Emergency Disaster Plan, and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist were observed to be posted. The center's operating hours are Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 06:00 PM. Age serve is two years to entry into kindergarten. The Preschool Program is operating in Rooms 2, 3, 6, 7, 8 and 9. The preschool children use the playground located in Yard 2b and Yard 3. LPAs toured the facility both indoor and outdoor. LPAs observed that the facility was operating in compliance with teacher to children ratio requirement. Children were engaged in activities under the supervision of the teachers. The classrooms, restrooms, and storage areas were inspected. There were no bodies of water observed. Licensee Representative stated that facility do not have weapons on the premises. Furniture and equipment were observed to be age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. LPAs observed cleaning solutions in the lower cabinet in Room 3 accessible to children. Site Director removed immediately and placed the items in the upper cabinet inaccessible to children. Restrooms for children to use were observed to be in operating conditions. Floors were clean. Outdoor activity spaces are enclosed by fencing and are observed to be free of hazards. LPAs observed play equipment were in good condition. LPAs observed areas under the swings and slide were low in woodchips. Drinking water was readily available to children indoor and outdoor. Activities schedule and Menu were posted. Facility provides lunch and snacks (morning and afternoon). Lunch and snacks are prepared at the facility. LPAs observed that food storage areas were clean and free of litter. Foods and beverages were kept protected against contamination and spoilage. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers on, and were in good repair. Fire extinguisher, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were observed. This facility is providing Incidental Medical Services – IMS Plan. LPAs reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information, see Evaluator Manual – Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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 . LPAs reviewed sign in and out record, and procedure. A sampling of children and staff files was taken for review during today's inspection. Children records reviewed include Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Contact, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment form, receipt of Parent Rights Notice, Personal Rights Notice, Medical Assessment and Immunization. Staff records reviewed include Criminal Record and Child Abuse Index Clearance, Health Screening Report and TB test, Immunization (Measles, Pertussis, and Flu) record and required Training. LPAs reminded Site Director and Licensee Representative that the online AB1207 Mandated Reported Training needs to be renewed every two years. There was at least one person with current certification in Pediatric CPR and First Aid present at the facility. LPAs reminded Site Director and Licensee Representative of the applicable civil penalties for those adults who have not received fingerprint clearances, are not associated to the license, and who come in contact with or provide care and supervision to the children. For an initial violation, civil penalty amounts to $100.00 per person per day up to $500.00 per person. For a subsequent violation within a 12-month period, civil penalty amounts to $100.00 per person per day up to $3000.00 per person. LPAs also reviewed with Site Director and Licensee Representative the violations that would result in an immediate assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $500. Site Director is encouraged to visit the Department’s website at www.cdss.ca.gov to access resources for Providers, Regulations, Online option to pay Annual License fee, Adoption of new Laws, etc. In the areas that were evaluated, two regulatory violations were observed at the time of the visit; therefore citations were issued. Exit interview was conducted, where this report, the citations, plan of correction, and appeal rights were reviewed with Site Director and Licensee Representative. A copy of this report was provided to the facility at the conclusion of the inspection. NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS ISSUED. SITE DIRECTOR WAS INFORMED TO POST THE NOTICE IN A VISIBLE LOCATION OF THE DAY CARE FOR A PERIOD OF 30 DAYS.

Citations

2 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.

  • OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE

    Outdoor Activity Space - As a condition of licensure, the areas around and under high climbing equipment, swings, slides and other similar equipment shall be cushioned with material that absorbs falls. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: LPAs observed that areas under the swings and slide were low in woodchips. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.

  • 101238(g)Type B

    BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS

    Buildings and Grounds - Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: LPAs observed cleaning solutions in the cabinet in Room 3 accessible to children. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety to children in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the June 22, 2021 inspection of COMMUNITY FIRST SCHOOL?

This was an inspection of COMMUNITY FIRST SCHOOL on June 22, 2021. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to COMMUNITY FIRST SCHOOL on June 22, 2021?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Outdoor Activity Space - As a condition of licensure, the areas around and under high climbing equipment, swings, slides..."

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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