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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

SHINING STARS PRESCHOOL & INFANT CENTERLicense 5662140357 citations on this visit
7 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On July 1, 2022 9:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Laura Villanueva conducted an unannounced Required-1 year inspection. LPA met with facility Director, Armida Luevano and informed her the purpose of the inspection. Prior to conducting the inspection, LPA conducted Covid-19 prescreening questions. Director provided LPA a tour of the facility inside and out. There were 7 children in care and 1 staff at the time of the inspection. LPA observed all required documents posted on the wall at the entrance of the facility. The facility has classrooms. They have 2 restrooms for children. The center provides breakfast, lunch and snacks for the children. The center uses an outdoor concrete area for children to play.No soft surfaces or climbing structures are available. LPA observed the a canopy available for shade. The center provides water to children inside and out with containers the children bring from home. Facility uses an electronic fingerprint for sign-in/sign-out system. LPA reviewed a sampling of children and staff files. 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 and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm Continued on LIC809C 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/process . 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. LPA observed health and safety hazards in the inside and outside areas. Citations are listed on LIC809D A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Directo. A copy of this report was given to Director with LIC9224 for parents to sign.

Citations

7 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.

  • 101238.2(f)Type B

    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.Trash was observed in the entire outdoor area. It will be cleaned up Today.

  • 101238.2(g)Type A

    OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE

    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 an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.There is an unlocked door in the play yard with access to the shopping center.

  • 101238.4(a)Type B

    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.Children store their personal belongings in cardboard boxes.

  • 101238(a)Type A

    BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS

    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 an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.LPA observed torn carpet, unsanitrary floors and carpets. The outdoor area has trash including a discarded face mask and broken chairs with pointed edges.

  • 101239(f)(1)Type A

    FIXTURES, FURNITURE, EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES

    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 an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.The trash cans inside and outside had not been emptied. No record of last time they were emptied. The lid to the outdoor trash can was missing a lid. It was located on the ground next to it.

  • 101239(n)Type B

    FIXTURES, FURNITURE, EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES

    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.The torn carpet shall be replaced or fixed.

  • 1596.8662(b)(1)Type B

    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.The Director does not have Mandated Reporterr Training completed.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the July 1, 2022 inspection of SHINING STARS PRESCHOOL & INFANT CENTER?

This was a inspection inspection of SHINING STARS PRESCHOOL & INFANT CENTER on July 1, 2022. 7 citations were issued: 3 Type A (serious) and 4 Type B.

Were any citations issued to SHINING STARS PRESCHOOL & INFANT CENTER on July 1, 2022?

Yes, 7 citations were issued (3 Type A, 4 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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