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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 013420942
Report Date: 06/23/2022
Date Signed: 07/01/2022 11:38:32 AM


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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612



FACILITY NAME:SMART START CREATIVE LEARNING CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
013420942
ADMINISTRATOR:SHELLEY, GINAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:6020A ROBERTSON AVETELEPHONE:
(510) 397-9736
CITY:NEWARKSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94560
CAPACITY:48CENSUS: 30DATE:
06/23/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:00 AM
MET WITH:Gina ShelleyTIME COMPLETED:
12:30 PM
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On 06/23/2022 at 9:00am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Christina Uribe conducted an Unannounced Annual Required Inspection. LPA met with Site Director, Gina Shelley, also present at the time of the inspection were 5 staff & 30 children. The facility is within ratio & capacity compliance today. LPA provided facility representative the Entrance Checklist (LIC 125). The facility was toured to conduct a Health and Safety inspection. The facility currently operates 7:30am-5:30pm, Monday-Friday in 3 classrooms, the Imagineers, Explorerers, and Discoverers classrooms.

Classrooms: All classrooms were inspected for age-appropriate furnishings, equipment, & adequate storage for children’s belongings. LPA observed the cleanliness of floors & surfaces, the presence of a fully functional carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector/fire alarms, and a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher that is accessible throughout the facility. The center is equipped with a fully stocked first-aid kit and available in the classrooms.

Food Service Areas: All center provided food items are properly labeled & stored separately from cleaning supplies. Food prep area is clean, adequately equipped, & free from hazardous materials. Lunch menu is posted one week in advance, available for review, & dated. The facility does not provide snack items but does provide lunch to children who have been signed up to receive it from their parents. All children bring their own snack items from home and those not signed up for the center provided lunch brings their own from home. All solid waste bins are equipped with a tight fitting lid.

Bathrooms: Facility has separate staff and child designated bathrooms. Toilets and faucets are in safe and sanitary operating condition. The children are able to reach the sinks and toilets. Supplies are available to children.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Chandra CharlesTELEPHONE: (510) 286-0966
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Christina UribeTELEPHONE: (510) 622-2602
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/23/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/23/2022
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: SMART START CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 013420942
VISIT DATE: 06/23/2022
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Outdoor Play Area: There are no bodies of water, or free-standing water accessible to children. There are age appropriate toys and materials for the children. The playground outside is fenced and all equipment and surfaces are free from hazards. The facility does have a small enclosure for their pet pig.

Records: All individuals subject to criminal record review have a clearance and have been associated to the facility. LPA reviewed 10 children’s files and 6 staff files around 10:30am. LPA reviewed the facility roster & personnel record. At least one opening/closing staff member has a current Pediatric CPR/First-Aid Certification. Mandated Reporter certificates were reviewed. Director’s CPR/First-Aid Certificate is current and expires on 08/01/23. The center is in compliance with sign in and out procedure. Emergency Drills are recorded and performed every six months. Per facility representative, there are no firearms on the premises. All required documents are posted in a publicly accessible area.

Health-Related Services: This facility does provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS), however no children require medication to be held at the facility at this time. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual – Regulation Interpretations & Procedures for Child Care Centers sections 101173 & 101226. 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

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.

Licensee 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.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Chandra CharlesTELEPHONE: (510) 286-0966
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Christina UribeTELEPHONE: (510) 622-2602
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2022
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: SMART START CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 013420942
VISIT DATE: 06/23/2022
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Effective August 1, 2003 California Law requires Child Care Licensees to report unusual incidents or injuries to children in care to child’s parents and to the Department of Social Services using the Unusual Incident/Injury Form (LIC 624). Incidents must be reported within 24 hours to the regional office by phone and the written report, LIC 624, within 7 business days.

No deficiencies found during today's inspection, please attached advisory notes for technical violations issued:

  • Technical Violation: One teacher does have a TB clearance but does not have a signed Health History Report (LIC 503) form.
  • Technical Violation: Two teachers do have a current general training for Mandated Reporter but not the training specific to Child Care Providers.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the director, Gina Shelley.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Chandra CharlesTELEPHONE: (510) 286-0966
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Christina UribeTELEPHONE: (510) 622-2602
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2022
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