103808867-9-15-2021-04-CC-JPAO-C6VTLN-20210915144951

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 103808867
Report Date: 09/15/2021
Date Signed: 09/15/2021 02:50:10 PM

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME:	FOWLER EARLY EDUCATION CENTER/FOWLER UNIFIED S.D.		FACILITY NUMBER:	103808867
ADMINISTRATOR:	REGIER, GLORIA		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	142 N. ARMSTRONG AVE.		TELEPHONE:	(559) 834-6126
CITY:	FOWLER	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	93625
CAPACITY:	42	CENSUS: 24	DATE:	09/15/2021
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	08:45 AM
MET WITH:	Candice Martinez - Lead Teacher		TIME COMPLETED:	03:00 PM

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On 9/15/21 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joseph Pacheco, conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection for the preschool license. LPA met with Lead Teacher, Candice Martinez, and toured the facility indoors and outdoors. Days and hours of operation are Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 5:30pm. Director verified facility phone number is (559) 834-6126.

There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises. There are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible. No poisons were observed during the inspection.

Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All toilets and handwashing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Floors in the facility are clean and safe. Food is prepared at the Marshall Elementary School Cafeteria and delivered daily. All food is protected against contamination and any contaminated food is discarded immediately. Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair. Drinking water is available indoors. LPA did not observe a water drinking fixture outdoors. Areas around high climbing equipment, swings and slides have cushioning material to absorb falls. The facility is free of flies, insects and rodents. Facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors that meet statutory requirements.

Staff are fingerprint cleared as a condition of employment through Fresno County Office of Education. Lead Teacher 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. Upon notification from the Department, the licensee will comply and act immediately to terminate the employment of, remove from the facility or bar from entering the facility for any person it is deemed necessary while the Department considers granting or denying an exemption.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Diana deLeon	TELEPHONE: (559) 650-7854
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joseph Pacheco	TELEPHONE: (559) 341-4457
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/15/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/15/2021

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, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME: FOWLER EARLY EDUCATION CENTER/FOWLER UNIFIED S.D.	FACILITY NUMBER: 103808867
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 09/15/2021

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101239.2(a)

Drinking Water

(a) Drinking water from a noncontaminating fixture or container shall be readily available both indoors and in the outdoor activity area. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on LPA observation, the facility did not have a noncontaminating water fixture readily available outdoors. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 09/29/2021
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Lead Teacher stated she will fill up an igloo jug full of water and bring it out to the outdoor playground prior to outside play. Teacher will take a picture of the water set up and provide proof to Community Care Licensing by 9/29/21.

Type B

Section Cited

HSC

1596.8662(b)(1)

Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on LPA observation of staff files. LPA observed one staff file which did not contain current certification of the required training which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 09/29/2021
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Lead Teacher stated she will have staff complete the required training and provide proof of completion to Community Care Licensing by 9/29/21.

Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Diana deLeon	TELEPHONE: (559) 650-7854
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joseph Pacheco	TELEPHONE: (559) 341-4457
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/15/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/15/2021

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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, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME: FOWLER EARLY EDUCATION CENTER/FOWLER UNIFIED S.D.	FACILITY NUMBER: 103808867
	VISIT DATE: 09/15/2021

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Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. At least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid is present when children are at the facility or at offsite activities. The name of the child care center (CCC) director or fully-qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director’s absence has been reported to the Department.

The person who signs the child in/out of the facility shall use their full legal signature and record the time of day. All children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. Facility maintains a ratio of one teacher supervising no more than 12 children in care. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete with contact information for authorized representative and or relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child and medical assessment.

LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and observed files were complete with immunization records for influenza, pertussis and measles. LPA observed one staff file that did not have a required health screening. LPA observed one staff file that did not have current mandated reporter training certification. Menus are posted at least one week in advance where an authorized representative can view them.

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

LPA and Licensee discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to Provider Information Notices (PINs), Quarterly Updates, COVID-19 Information and Resources, Mandated Reporter Training, Safe Sleep in Child Care, Lead Poisoning Facts, Forms and Regulations.

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.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Diana deLeon	TELEPHONE: (559) 650-7854
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joseph Pacheco	TELEPHONE: (559) 341-4457
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/15/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/15/2021

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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, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME: FOWLER EARLY EDUCATION CENTER/FOWLER UNIFIED S.D.	FACILITY NUMBER: 103808867
	VISIT DATE: 09/15/2021

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Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, of the California Code of Regulations, the following deficiencies are being cited: (see next page, 809 D). Licensee was provided a copy of their appeal rights.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Lead Teacher, Candice Martinez.

This report shall be made available to the public upon request. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Diana deLeon	TELEPHONE: (559) 650-7854
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joseph Pacheco	TELEPHONE: (559) 341-4457
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/15/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/15/2021

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