Building Kidz

HSC 1596.871(c)(1)(A) · Type A

Subsequent to initial licensure, a person specified in subdivision (b) who is not exempt from fingerprinting shall obtain either a criminal record clearance or an exemption from disqualification, pursuant to subdivision(f) of this section or Section 1522.7, from the State Department of Social Services prior to employment, residence, or initial presence in the facility. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in obtaining criminal record clearance for all staff which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

ALLEGATION(S): Staff do not ensure sanitary accomodations to children in care INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: On April 9, 2024, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Ly and G., arrived at the facility unannounced to close the complaint investigation into the above allegation and met with Director S.F. There are 41 children in attendance today with the present of 8 staff including the Director. Based on information obtained during the course of this investigation through interviews and observation, there was no sufficient evidence to prove allegation Staff do not ensure sanitary accommodations to children in care. Although the allegation may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur; therefore the allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and left with Director whose signature on this form confirm receipt of the report. Notice of Site Visit was provided. Notice to remain posted for 30 days. Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion:

CCR 101238(a) · Type B

101238 Buildings and Grounds (a) The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. This requirement is not met evidence by: Based on LPA observation on April 18, 2024, two toilets were in good repair and plastic bags were covered to prevent children from using. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care

CCR 101223(a)(2) · Type B

101223 Personal Rights (a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights:(2) To be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment to meet his/her needs. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA's observations, licensee did not comply with this regulation in that the facility had what seemed have a strong unpleasant ordor. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.

CCR 101216.1(c)(1) · Type B

(c) To be a fully qualified teacher, a teacher shall have one of the following: (1) Twelve postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units in early childhood education or child development completed, with passing grades, at an accredited or approved college or university; and at least six months of work experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on (record review), the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 5 staff did not have 12 ECE units on file which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

WD 101700.3(b)(1) · Type B

101700.3 California Lead Action Level at Child Care Centers (b)(1) A result with values of 5.5 ppb or greater shall be deemed an Action Level Exceedance. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on results received from the certified water samplers, the facility exceeded 5.5 ppb of lead in their water source.

CCR 101226(d) · Type B

101226 Health-Related Services (d) The licensee shall maintain the following first-aid supplies in a location accessible to staff but inaccessible to children: This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA's observations, licensee did not comply with this regulation in that first aid kits were not maintained or replenished. This is a potential risk to children in care.

CCR 101223(a)2) · Type B

101223 Personal Rights (a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights:(2) To be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment to meet his/her needs. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA's observations, licensee did not comply with this regulation in that the facility had what seemed to be a mildew smell. This is a potential risk to children in care.