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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERLicense 4830018271 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 8/02/2021 at 11:15am an annual inspection was made to the facility by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Kirk Marks and met with Director, Mornen Haymer. The facility file was reviewed prior to this inspection. A review of the personnel report on 8/02/21 indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. The facility\342\200\231s operating hours are 6:30am to 6:00pm, Mon-Fri. The facility was toured at 11:25 inside and outside and the floor and yard plan submitted by the licensee were verified. The Director stated no firearms or weapons are stored on site and none were observed. There are no pools or similar bodies of water. The items which could pose a danger to children (such as disinfectants, cleaning solutions and medications) are inaccessible to children. Poisons are not stored at the facility. Furniture and equipment are in good condition and free of hazards. The outdoor activity space was cushioned with rubberized padding and free of hazards. Toilets and sinks are in sanitary condition and operating properly. The facility floors were clean and safe. The kitchen/food preparation area is clean, and free of litter or rodents. Food is properly stored and free of contamination. Trash cans have tight fitting lids. Drinking water is available to children both inside and outside. The facility was free of flies, insects and rodents. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector. Continued on page 2 (continued from page 1) During today's inspection, staffing ratios were being met and there were nine children being supervised by three teachers/aides. Children are not left without visual supervision at any time. The facility was operating within the licensed capacity. At least one staff member present during the visit (S1) possessed current CPR and First Aid certifications. The sign in/out sheet was reviewed, and representatives are using full signatures and recording the time. Staff are provided on-the-job training, including sanitation and universal precautions. Children with symptoms of illness are not accepted, and children who become ill during the day are isolated in front office. A weekly menu was posted online for all parents. Nine children\342\200\231s records were reviewed at 11:45, and contained emergency identification forms. Three staff records were reviewed at 12:30pm, and contained proof of mandated reporter training, and proof of immunizations. All licensing reports are public information and must be made available upon request for at least three years. Notice of Site Visit shall be posted for 30 days from today's visit. The following violation(s) of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22; Division 12, were observed: see LIC 809D. Appeal Rights were provided.

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.

  • PERSONAL RIGHTS

    Personal Rights. Each child shall be free from corporal or unusual punishment, humiliation, intimidation, ridicule, coercion, threat, mental abuse, or other actions of a punitive nature. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: based on photo evidence and interviews, staff 1 physically restrained Child 1 by pulling child’s shirt over the back of a chair while the child was seated at the chair. This is a potential health, safety, and/or personal risk to children in care.

  • 101221(b)(8)Type B

    Child’s Records. The child’s record shall contain their medical assessment including physicians report. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: based on records review, children 7-9 were without physicians reports. This could pose a potential risk to children in care.

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What happened during the August 2, 2021 inspection of KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER?

This was a inspection inspection of KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER on August 2, 2021. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER on August 2, 2021?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Personal Rights. Each child shall be free from corporal or unusual punishment, humiliation, intimidation, ridicule, coe..."

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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