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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 153808668
Report Date: 05/19/2023
Date Signed: 05/19/2023 02:19:19 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 05/19/2023 02:19 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
FRESNO SOUTH CC, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME:	VALLEY ACHIEVEMENT CENTER		FACILITY NUMBER:	153808668
ADMINISTRATOR:	SANDOVAL, CLAUDIA		FACILITY TYPE:	840
ADDRESS:	1400 STINE ROAD		TELEPHONE:	(661) 832-2132
CITY:	BAKERSFIELD	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	93309
CAPACITY: 60	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 60	CENSUS: 0	DATE:	05/19/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	10:00 AM
MET WITH:	Claudia Sandoval		TIME COMPLETED:	01:30 PM

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On 5/19/2023 an unannounced Annual inspection was conducted today by Licensing Program Analysts, (LPAs) Paul Garcia and Nancy Her. LPAs met with Director, Claudia Sandoval and toured the facility, both indoors and outdoors. The LPAs observed all required licensing forms to be posted in a visible location for authorized representatives to view them. A census was taken and there were 0 day care children present. This facility runs from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday. Snacks are provided and are eaten in the snack eating area.

Assembly Bill 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018 requires all Child Care Centers (CCCs) that are located in buildings constructed before January 1, 2010 to test their drinking water for lead contamination by January 1, 2023 and every 5 years thereafter. This facility has provided evidence of completed water testing for samples collected on 12/15/2022 with action level exceedances noted.

There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises.

Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Floors in the facility are clean and safe. There is adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. The licensee has a complete first aid kit. All toilets and hand washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Menus are posted at least one week in advance where an authorized representative can view them. All kitchen, food preparation and storage areas are clean, free of litter/rubbish and free of rodents/vermin. All foods/beverages capable of rapid spoiling are stored in covered containers at 45 (F) degrees or less. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors. 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. Areas around high climbing equipment, swings and slides have cushioning material to absorb falls. Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair. The LPAs did not observe disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other dangerous items to be accessible to children. There were no poisons observed on the premises accessible to children. Licensee is aware that poisons are required to be locked and inaccessible to children.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Duane Matsubara
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Paul Garcia
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/19/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/19/2023

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
FRESNO SOUTH CC, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME: VALLEY ACHIEVEMENT CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 153808668
	VISIT DATE: 05/19/2023

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LPAs 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, medical assessment, and immunizations records. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and observed files were complete with health screening, immunization records for influenza, pertussis and measles and current documentation of completed mandated reporter training. Staff records contain documentation of meeting qualification requirements. The name of the child care center director or fully-qualified teachers 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. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained.

Firearms/weapons or ammunition are not allowed or stored on the premises. There is a working fire extinguisher, smoke detector, carbon monoxide indicator, that meet statutory requirements. This facility does have one person trained in CPR and first aid. LPAs reviewed with Claudia Sandoval the Mandated Child Abuse Reporter Training (AB 1207), which all staff have completed. Claudia Sandoval is aware that the Mandated Reporter Training is required to be updated every two years. Information was discussed regarding the AB 1207 and the website to use. Information on Lead Poisoning was also provided to the licensee and she was informed that the information is required to be posted on the parent board. Fire drills are conducted and documented with the date, time and how many children present, at least every six months.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. 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

The 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. There are no excluded individuals present at this facility. Licensee is aware that upon notice from the Department, any excluded individual must be immediately removed from the facility and prevented from returning to the center or having contact with children in care. The licensee shall comply with the notice.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Duane Matsubara
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Paul Garcia
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/19/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/19/2023

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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
FRESNO SOUTH CC, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME: VALLEY ACHIEVEMENT CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 153808668
	VISIT DATE: 05/19/2023

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LPAs 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.

Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, of the California Code of Regulations, no deficiencies are cited.

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 facility representative Claudia Sandoval.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Duane Matsubara
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Paul Garcia
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/19/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/19/2023

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