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Inspection visit

Routine inspection (3-year)

BETHLEHEM CHILDREN'S CENTERLicense 4901078304 citations on this visit
4 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

A required annual inspection of the facility was conducted by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Robert Maciel, who met with Facility Representative Linda Staudenmayer. The facility file was reviewed prior to this inspection. A review of the personnel report on file indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. The facility\342\200\231s operating hours are 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday-Friday. The facility was toured inside and outside and the floor and yard plan submitted by the licensee were verified. The sign-in/sign-out records were reviewed. Items which could pose a danger to children (such as detergents, cleaning compounds and medications) were observed to be inaccessible to children. Facility Representative stated poisons are not stored on site and none were observed by LPA. The toys, floors, desks and other equipment and surfaces are clean, toxic free, safe and in good condition. There is uncontaminated drinking water available to children indoors and outdoors by use of water bottles and a water fountain. The children's bathrooms are in safe and sanitary condition. Facility Representative stated that children provide lunch from home and the facility provides snacks. Food prep areas are clean. Food is properly stored and refrigerated as needed. There was no contaminated food observed. Garbage cans containing solid waste have tight fitting lids. LPA observed a working carbon monoxide detector, smoke alarm, and fire extinguisher rated at least 2A10BC in the facility. During record review, LPA observed that the facility has not completed a disaster drill within the past 6 months. Continued on LIC809-C The playground equipment and surface areas are in safe condition. There is wood chip cushioning underneath climbing structures and/or play equipment to absorb falls. There were no bodies of water observed on the site. Facility Representative stated no weapons are stored on site, and none were observed. During today's inspection, staffing ratios were being met, and 25 children were supervised by 5 staff. The facility was operating within the licensed capacity and ratio requirements. At least one staff member present during the inspection possessed current CPR and First Aid certifications, which expire in 08/2025. Five staff records were reviewed at 10:47 AM and which revealed that staff 2 (S2) did not possess a complete health screening and staff 5 (S5) did not possess proof of immunization against measles . Six children\342\200\231s records were reviewed at 11:33 PM which revealed that child 6's (C6) Epi-pen expired July 2023 . 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 child care 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). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication 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) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Continued on LIC 809C To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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 . The following violations of the California Code of Regulation, Title 22, Division 12, were cited: see LIC809-D. Appeal Rights were provided. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility Representative Linda Staudenmayer . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Citations

4 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.

  • 101174(d)Type B

    DISASTER AND MASS CASUALTY PLAN

    Based on record review, the facility did not conduct a disaster drill within the last 6 months which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

    Based on record review, staff 2 (S2) did not possess a complete LIC 503 Health Screening which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 101226(e)(4)(A)Type B

    Based on observation, the Epi-pen for child 6 (C6) had expired in July of 2023 which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • ARTICLE 1. General Provisions and Definitions

    Based on record review, staff 5 (S5) did not possess evidence of immunization against measles which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the January 31, 2024 inspection of BETHLEHEM CHILDREN'S CENTER?

This was a inspection inspection of BETHLEHEM CHILDREN'S CENTER on January 31, 2024. 4 citations were issued: 4 Type B.

Were any citations issued to BETHLEHEM CHILDREN'S CENTER on January 31, 2024?

Yes, 4 citations were issued (0 Type A, 4 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on record review, the facility did not conduct a disaster drill within the last 6 months which poses a potential h..."

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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