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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

HEARTS AND HANDS CHRISTIAN CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOLLicense 4344166871 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Doni Fici arrived unannounced to conduct a 1-Year inspection and was greeted by Jessica Watts, Director. LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the Facility with Kellie during today's inspection; LPA did not observe any bodies of water. 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. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7:00AM to 6:00PM. LPA reviewed 5 children's and 5 staff files during today's inspection. Each child's file reviewed contains all required forms/documents, including Admission Agreement, Emergency Medical Consent (LIC 627), and Information and Emergency Information form (LIC 700). All staff files reviewed contain the required forms/documents, including current CPR and First Aid certifications . LPA reviewed six (6) staff files and observed 4 out of 6 staff with current and valid mandated report certificates. Director understands that there shall be at least one person, with valid CPR and First Aid certifications, on site at all times or present during any off-site activities. Last fire/disaster drill was completed on 1/29/2025. LPA observed that the teacher/child ratio was in compliance during today's inspection. LPA observed 6 Staff and 39 children during today's inspection. Director understands the conditions, limitations, and capacity specifications of the Facility license. She understands that children shall be always visually supervised. Any child(ren) who exhibit symptoms of illness including, but not limited to, fever or vomiting, are not accepted into care. Any child(ren) who become ill during the day, shall be isolated in the office area where children can lay down if needed. Page 1 of 4... LPA observed that the Facility is clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair for children, staff, and visitors. Director stated that the facility has Janitorial Cleaning Service they come Monday through Thursday during after hours. Director understands that the Facility must be kept free of flies and other insects & rodents. LPA observed that furniture and equipment is in good condition and safe for the children. Children have their own water bottles labeled with their name on it, when playing outdoors there are water cooler stations for the children along with they have their water bottles. LPA observed there is cold running water, refrigerator and microwave on the premises. Director stated there are AM and PM snacks that are provided from the facility. The Facility has trash cans with tight fitting lids for solid waste in the classroom. Cleaning supplies are inaccessible to the children and stored in cabinets located in areas off limits to children. LPA observed a complete first aid kit available in the facility. The playground area utilized by children is surrounded by appropriate fencing and the outdoor surfaces are safe for the children. LPA observed that the outdoor equipment is age appropriate and in good condition. Shade rest areas are provided by a wooden over hang structure. There are sufficient resilient materials on the outdoor playground area. Director stated that the Facility does not provide transportation for preschool children. Director was reminded 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. This facility does provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS) at this time. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226 . When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. 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... Page 2 of 4... and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . Director stated she does not currently have any children with IMS. Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For childcare center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). Director understands that children's personal rights should not be violated, including no unusual punishment, infliction of pain, humiliation, intimidation, ridicule, coercion, threat, mental abuse or other actions of a punitive nature. 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/inspection-process LPA provided Director with website resources on managing food allergies at school and handling medical emergencies related to food allergies. CDC Managing Food Allergies at School https://www.cdc.gov/healthyschools/foodallergies/index.htm Page 3 of 4... American Academy of Pediatrics Healthy Children Medical Emergencies https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/injuries-emergencies/Pages/When-to-Call-Emergency-Medical-Services-EMS.aspx A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. No Deficiencies were issued at this time. Exit interview conducted with director, and a copy of this report reviewed and provided. Page 4 of 4.

Citations

1 citation 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.

  • ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

    Based on [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [count] out of [total count] [(objects) (persons)] [identifiers] which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the March 6, 2025 inspection of HEARTS AND HANDS CHRISTIAN CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL?

This was a inspection inspection of HEARTS AND HANDS CHRISTIAN CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL on March 6, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to HEARTS AND HANDS CHRISTIAN CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL on March 6, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [count..."

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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