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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

CATALYST KIDS - STIPELicense 4344163922 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Janette Cruz met with Lorena Dominguez, Center Manager, for an unannounced Required - 1 year inspection. LPA toured the Facility (indoor and outdoor areas) during today's inspection. LPA notes that the Facility is licensed in the following rooms: 152A and 152B for children ages 2 to entry to Kindergarten. LPA observed the required posted materials, including the Facility License, Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610), Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC 9148), Parents' Rights Poster (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Child Car Seat Law (PUB 269), Menus, and Activity Schedule. The facility has no active waivers on file. LPA reviewed nine children's and two staff files (2 teachers) during today's inspection. Each child's file reviewed contains the Information and Emergency Information form (LIC 700). Some children's file s reviewed do not have complete medical assessment (i.e Physician's Report and Immunization Records). Electronic Sign in and sign out sheets were reviewed and were in compliance, including legal signatures. All staff files reviewed contain the required transcripts/verification of experience/immunization records (including flu vaccine opt out forms) and Health Screening Report (LIC 501). All staff have current certificates of completion of the Mandated Reporter Training for Child Care Workers on file. LPA reviewed that all staff present have current CPR and First Aid certifications on file. Center Manager understands that there shall be at least one person, with valid CPR and First Aid certifications, on site at all times or present during off-site activities (field trips). LPA observed that the teacher/child ratio was in compliance during today's inspection. Center Manager understands the conditions, limitations, and capacity specifications of the Facility license. Center Manager understands that children shall be visually supervised at all times. Any child(ren) who exhibit symptoms of illness including, but not limited to, fever or vomiting, are not accepted in care. Any child(ren) who become ill during the day, shall be isolated in the office area at Room 152A. Center Manager states that the Facility has adequate cleaning/sanitizing supplies & PPE equipment. REPORT CONTINUED ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE (PAGE #2): LPA observed that the Facility is clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair for children, staff, and visitors. Center Manager states that the Facility has a third-party cleaning service that cleans the Facility Monday through Friday in the evenings. Center Manager understands that the Facility must be kept free of flies and other insects & rodents. LPA observed that all furniture and equipment are in good condition and safe for the children. Drinking water is readily available for the children in the Facility and in the outdoor playground area via water bottles prepared for each child. Staff and children's bathrooms are clean, sanitary, and operable. There is a separate staff bathroom which an isolated child can use if needed. Center Manager states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. The Facility has working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. LPA observed that the food preparation and storage areas are clean, free of litter & rubbish, and free of rodents and other vermin. All food and beverages that require refrigeration are stored in covered containers at 45 degrees F or less. The Facility has trash cans with tight fitting lids for solid waste. Cleaning supplies are inaccessible to the children and stored in locked cabinets/high shelves inaccessible to children. Center manager states that there are no poisons in the Facility. Center Manager states that the Facility does not administer medication at this time. LPA observed the playgrounds is age-appropriate and surrounded by appropriate fencing. There is no play structure in the playground. There is shade in the outdoor space available for rest area. LPA did not observe any bodies of water during today's inspection. Transportation will not be provided by this facility. Licensing Forms, Title 22 Regulations and information can be obtained through the internet at www.cdss.ca.gov . REPORT CONTINUED ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE (PAGE #3): A review of staff records on 10/08/21 indicates that all Facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions but not associated to the facility. LPA reminded Center Director 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. Penalty amounts: $100.00 per person per day, minimum of $100.00 to a maximum of $500.00 per person for an initial violation and a minimum of $100.00 to a maximum of $3000.00 per person for any subsequent violations within a 12 month period. LPA conducted an exit interview with the Center Manager prior to the conclusion of today's inspection and advised her that Type B deficiencies are issued during today's inspection. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS ISSUED AND POSTED NEAR THE ENTRANCE TO THE FACILITY, AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 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.

  • 10221(d)(1)(G)(H)Type B

    10221(d)(1)(G)(H)Child's RecordsAll children's records shall be available to the Department to inspect, audit, and copy upon demand during normal business hours. (G) Immunization records as specified in Section 101220.1(g).(H) Any other records containing current emergency or health-related information for current children in care. Based on observation, interviews and record reviews, two children did not have immunization records on file : Avery Mendez & Olivia Duffy while 4 children did not have Physician's Report:1.Aline Alvarez, Olivia Duffy, Avery Mendez & Roman Burgess

  • CRIMINAL RECORD CLEARANCE

    102370 (d)(2) Criminal Record Clearance - All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 shall prior to working, residing, or volunteering in a licensed facility: (2)Request a transfer of a criminal record clearance as specified in Section 102370(j). This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, interviews and record reviews, three of the staff present in the facility: Lorena Dominguez, Alena Pantoja and Monica Salinas were not associated to Catalyst Stipe location.

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Common questions about this visit

What happened during the October 8, 2021 inspection of CATALYST KIDS - STIPE?

This was an inspection of CATALYST KIDS - STIPE on October 8, 2021. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to CATALYST KIDS - STIPE on October 8, 2021?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "10221(d)(1)(G)(H)Child's RecordsAll children's records shall be available to the Department to inspect, audit, and copy ..."

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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