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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 013420972
Report Date: 12/07/2022
Date Signed: 12/07/2022 02:54:36 PM

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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:SAFARI KID LEARNING CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
013420972
ADMINISTRATOR:PARASHAR, APARNAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:34899 NEWARK BLVDTELEPHONE:
(510) 739-1511
CITY:NEWARKSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94560
CAPACITY: 94TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 31CENSUS: 24DATE:
12/07/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
11:00 AM
MET WITH:Aparna ParasharTIME COMPLETED:
01:45 PM
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On 12/07/2022 at 11:00am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Christina Uribe conducted an Unannounced Annual Required Inspection. LPA met with Site Director, Aparna Parashar, also present at the time of the inspection were 6 staff & 24 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 8:30am-6:00pm, Monday-Friday in two 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 provided by an outside vendor and parents have access to the menu ahead of time to place orders. Food prep area is clean, adequately equipped, & free from hazardous materials. Snack menu is posted one week in advance, available for review, & dated. 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 and supplies are available.

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.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Chandra Charles
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Christina Uribe
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/07/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/07/2022
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: SAFARI KID LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 013420972
VISIT DATE: 12/07/2022
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Records: All individuals subject to criminal record review have a clearance and have been associated to the facility. LPA reviewed 5 children’s files and 5 staff files. LPA reviewed the facility roster & personnel report and copies were obtained. 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 12/11/23. 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.

Lead Testing: During today's inspection, LPA Uribe and the director discussed the lead testing requirement for all child care centers. The director provided LPA Uribe with a copy of all of the required licensing documents and the lab results from the water sampling technician. At this time, the facility has completed the requirement for lead testing.

Health-Related Services: This facility does provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS) however no children enrolled at the facility need medication 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.

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.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Chandra Charles
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Christina Uribe
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/07/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/07/2022
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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: SAFARI KID LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 013420972
VISIT DATE: 12/07/2022
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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 see attached advisory note page for information on technical violation issued today.

  • Technical Violation: One staff member has a Mandated Reporter certificate for General Training only. Staff member needs to obtain a certificate for the Child Care Provider Training (AB 1207).

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, Aparna Parashar.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Chandra Charles
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Christina Uribe
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/07/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/07/2022
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