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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 073408210
Report Date: 04/25/2023
Date Signed: 04/25/2023 12:50:50 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, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612



FACILITY NAME:STEP BY STEP PRESCHOOL, INC.FACILITY NUMBER:
073408210
ADMINISTRATOR:BERNSTINE, SHONDAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:3500 EL PORTAL DR.TELEPHONE:
(510) 758-7910
CITY:RICHMONDSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94803
CAPACITY:38CENSUS: 15DATE:
04/25/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:00 AM
MET WITH:BERNSTINE, SHONDATIME COMPLETED:
01:10 PM
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On April 25, 2023 at 9:00AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nyeesha Blount conducted an unannounced 1 Year Required Inspection and met with Assistant Director Bernstine, Shonda, and (2) assistants. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility by the Director. There were (15) children present during this inspection. The facility consists of four (4) classroom. The facility was toured for a health and safety inspection. The hours of operation are 6:30AM- 6:00 PM, Monday -Friday

CLASSROOMS: The Four classroom was inspected. There are adequate play and learning materials available. The floors, furniture, and equipment are age appropriate and in good repair. There is adequate heating/air conditioning, ventilation and lighting. Drinking water is available inside with cups available and outside of the center. There is proper individual storage space for each child. The isolation area would in the director's office with isolation mat away from other children in care. The center has a smoke detector, a carbon monoxide detector, working telephone, and two (2) fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguishers.

BATHROOMS AND TOILETING AREAS: The staff's bathroom is separate from the children's bathroom. All sinks and faucets are in safe and sanitary operating condition. The children can reach the sinks and toilets. Supplies are available to the children.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Mayla MendozaTELEPHONE: (510) 292-9724
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nyeesha BlountTELEPHONE: (510) 566-2319
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/25/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/25/2023
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, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: STEP BY STEP PRESCHOOL, INC.
FACILITY NUMBER: 073408210
VISIT DATE: 04/25/2023
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FOOD SERVICE AREAS: This facility provide breakfast and snack for the children, Lunch is provided by them. There are monthly menus posted in each classroom on the wall and entrance. LPA observed an area where they have a refrigerator this area is clean and free of evidence of rodents. Lunch is not provided to the children in care. All storage containers for solid waste have tight fitting covers that are in good repair.

OUTDOOR PLAY AREAS: There's a play structure with a slide that has cushioning to absorb falls. There is a shade area while children play. There’s a water table with cups and water bottles to keep the children hydrated.

RECORDS: All individuals subject to criminal record review have a clearance or exemption and have been associated to the facility. Six (6) children's files and Three (3) staff files were reviewed around 9:00AM. All files have required health screening, personal rights and medical consent forms. LPA reviewed the facility roster and obtained a copy. At least one opening/ closing staff member has a current CPR & First Aid Certificate. Mandated Reporter Training was discussed, and certificates were reviewed. Director's CPR and First Aid certificate is current and expires on October 2024. The center is in compliance with the sign in and out procedure. Disaster drills are being conducted at least once every 6 months and the last one conducted was on 12/10/22. All required documents are posted in a public accessible area.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Mayla MendozaTELEPHONE: (510) 292-9724
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nyeesha BlountTELEPHONE: (510) 566-2319
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/25/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/25/2023
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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 PRESCHOOL, INC.
FACILITY NUMBER: 073408210
VISIT DATE: 04/25/2023
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HEALTH RELATED SERVICES: .There's no IMS being provided at this time and no medication being stored at the facility. The center is equipped with a fully stocked first aid kit that is available in the classroom.


California Law requires Child Care Centers 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 by phone, fax, or electronic mail. Roster of the children must be properly maintained, and fire/disaster drill every six months must be documented.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS is not provided. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 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

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed facility representative of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Mayla MendozaTELEPHONE: (510) 292-9724
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nyeesha BlountTELEPHONE: (510) 566-2319
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/25/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/25/2023
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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 PRESCHOOL, INC.
FACILITY NUMBER: 073408210
VISIT DATE: 04/25/2023
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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.

Facility representative 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.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative, Bernstine, Shonda.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Mayla MendozaTELEPHONE: (510) 292-9724
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nyeesha BlountTELEPHONE: (510) 566-2319
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/25/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/25/2023
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