073404969-12-16-2022-02-CC-MDOY-CM6SNS-20221216130200

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 073404969
Report Date: 12/16/2022
Date Signed: 12/16/2022 01:02:27 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 12/16/2022 01:02 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

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, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612

FACILITY NAME:	STEP BY STEP MONTESSORI		FACILITY NUMBER:	073404969
ADMINISTRATOR:	WOOD, RACHEL		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	1507 HEATHER DRIVE		TELEPHONE:	(925) 825-4364
CITY:	CONCORD	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	94521
CAPACITY:	40	CENSUS: 22	DATE:	12/16/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:45 AM
MET WITH:	Rachel Wood		TIME COMPLETED:	01:10 PM

NARRATIVE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	On 12/16/22, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Melissa Domantay met with Director Rachel Wood for a Required 1 Year inspection. The facility classrooms and playground were toured to conduct a Health and Safety Inspection. Present during today's inspection were Director and 3 staff. There were 22 preschool children present during today's inspection. All adults present today are fingerprint cleared and associated. The center operates Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 5:00pm. LPA toured the classrooms with Director. The program operates in 2 classrooms. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to the health and safety of children were stored in places inaccessible to them. Furniture and equipment were age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Restrooms for children were observed to be in safe, sanitary, and functioning condition. Floors were clean and free from tripping hazard. There is a separate staff bathroom. Food storage area were clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers and were in good repair. LPA observed multiple 3A40BC Fire extinguishers, combination smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors. The last Fire Drill was conducted on 11/18/2022. Director is reminded that fire drills should be conducted at least every 6 months. The center is equipped with a fully stocked first aid Kit and working telephone. Facility does not provide transportation for children, but Director understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in parked vehicles. Facility’s License, Parents’ Rights Poster PUB 393, Personal Rights, and Activity Schedules were observed to be posted. Facility provides snacks for children. Isolation area for sick children will be in the office area of front classroom. Outdoor playground was inspected and observed to be safe and fully fenced. Director is reminded that 100% supervision of children must be provided. All climbing equipment is properly anchored to the ground with adequate and appropriate cushioning under them. There is a sandbox, but per Director it is currently not being used by children. See 809-C for continuance.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Mayla Mendoza	TELEPHONE: (510) 292-9724
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Melissa Domantay	TELEPHONE: 510-725-7021
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 12/16/2022

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/16/2022

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612

FACILITY NAME: STEP BY STEP MONTESSORI	FACILITY NUMBER: 073404969
	VISIT DATE: 12/16/2022

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The play equipment was maintained in good condition and free of hazards. Shade is provided by way of covered areas. There were no bodies of water observed during today's inspection. Drinking water is arranged to be readily available to children during indoor and outdoor activities.

Children sign in and out procedures and logs were reviewed. Facility uses manual sign in/sign out procedure. LPA reminded facility to maintain sign in/sign out procedures and make sure parents/authorized representatives sign the child in and out. Three children's files and four staff files were reviewed and contained required documents. Director, Rachel Wood has a valid CPR/First Aid Certificate that expires 10/2023. Children's Roster and staff personnel report was reviewed and copies were provided to LPA by Director.

On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete Mandated Reporter training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers.

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

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

There are no deficiencies cited today. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Rachel Wood. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 consecutive days.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Mayla Mendoza	TELEPHONE: (510) 292-9724
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Melissa Domantay	TELEPHONE: 510-725-7021
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 12/16/2022

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/16/2022

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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