Follow-up on corrections·May 18, 2021

On 05/18/2021 a case management inspection was conducted today by Licensing Program Analyst, Pete Espinoza (LPA). LPA met with, Twila Silva, Site Supervisor, to discuss an incidents that occurred on or about the month of October, 2020. LPA toured facility inside and outside. Census was taken. Complaint investigation indicated an incident in which a child was found alone outside of the classroom. The complaint investigation revealed staff observed child in the off-limits area by the laundry shed, crouching down by the dryer vent and when child saw her, he ran towards the parking lot. It is not known how long child was alone in the off-limits area. Upon return to the classroom, staff noticed back gate of classroom patio was left unlocked. California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter (1/3), are being cited on the attached LIC 9099D. Today, Licensee is being issued a civil penalty in the amount of $500, per Health and Safety Code (H&S) 1548(c)(3) . An exit interview was conducted with Twila Silva, Site Supervisor, a plan of correction was discussed, and appeal rights were explained. A printed copy of this report as well as a printed copy of the appeal rights was provided at the conclusion of the visit. Notes: * Any Licensing reports indicating a Type A deficiency shall be posted immediately and for the next 30 days and copies provided of this licensing report to parents/guardians of children in care at the facility and to parents/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months 1596.8595(c). Health & Safety Section 1596.859(a) shall be cited and a civil penalty of $100.00 for failure to provide copies to parents/guardians of children in care and newly enrolled children, and for failure to maintain written verification of receipt of licensing reports indicating a Type A violation (LIC 9224). LIC 9213 NOTICE OF SITE VISIT FORM IS REQUIRED TO BE POSTED FOR 30 DAYS.