Katherine Michiels School

HSC 1597.16(a)(1) · Type B

(1) A licensed child day care center, as defined in Section 1596.76, that is located in a building that was constructed before January 1, 2010, shall have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023, and every five years after the date of the initial test. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: At 9:40AM., Based on record review, LPA confirmed testing for lead contamination level of facility’s drinking water/ food preparation was conducted after the 1/1/2023 deadline. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.

CCR 101439(d)(2) · Type B

101439(d)(2)(d) Infant Care Center Fixtures, Furniture, Equipment and Supplies: Swings, playpens and all such equipment and furniture shall be assembled or installed according to the manufacturer's instructions, and shall be maintained in good repair and safe condition. (2) A baby walker shall not be allowed on the premises of a child care center in accordance with Health and Safety Code Section 1596.846. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: At 9:28AM., Based on observations, LPA confirmed two infant bouncers located in infant playroom. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.

ALLEGATION(S): Staff are not addressing hazardous objects that pose a threat to day care children in care. Facility is out of ratio. INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: On 12/4/2023 at 11:45AM., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. J. Gomez met with Administrator, M.L. Purpose of the inspection was explained and was for an Unannounced, Complaint Investigation. Present was the Administrator and 4 staff supervising 12 children. Children present had been signed in. LPA inspected facility indoors and outdoors for health and safety hazards. During today's inspection, LPA performed site observations, interviews, and reviewed facility records. LPA reminded administrator to ensure staff’s proof of immunization are stored in facility files. Advisory Note: Technical Violation (LIC9102TV) was issued. During the course of the investigation observations were conducted on 9/18/2023 and 12/4/2023. A review of the facility records was complete, which included the Staff Records, Children Records, Incident Reports, and Parent Handbook. LPA conducted interviews with Director, Administrator, and Staff. (REFER TO LIC9099C, FOR CONT.) Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion:

CCR 101239(n) · Type B

(n) Furniture and equipment shall be maintained in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: At 1:20PM., Based on observation, LPA confirmed exposed piping located in infant playroom area. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.

CCR 101439(d)(2) · Type B

(d) Swings, playpens and all such equipment and furniture shall be assembled or installed according to the manufacturer's instructions, and shall be maintained in good repair and safe condition. (2) A baby walker shall not be allowed on the premises of a child care center in accordance with Health and Safety Code Section 1596.846. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: At 1:25PM., Based on observations, LPA confirmed infant bouncer chair located in the infant playroom area. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.

CCR 101212(c) · Type B

101212(c) Reporting Requirment: The licensee shall notify the Department in writing of his/her intent prior to making any structural changes that reduce the total amount of indoor or outdoor activity space. Such structural changes shall include, but not be limited to, room additions. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: At 9:35A.M. Based on observations and interviews, LPA confirmed an unapproved napping space had been added to the on-limit area. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.