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25 | On May 3, 2024, at 9:30 AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) A. Wallin and S. Sanchez conducted an unannounced case management inspection and was met with director, Nicole Islas, who provided assistance. LPA toured the facility and a census was taken. LPA observed today's census was 9 staff and 34 children.
The purpose of today's inspection was to go over the water lead test results discovered on 3/5/2024. Results show that one classroom faucet and reception office water faucet, sample site F, source had action level exceedance of lead. Per review of State Child Care Center Lead Sampling and Reporting Tool, Sample site F, had a lead result of 5.4 ppb. Per PIN 21-21.1-CCP, Section 101700(b) of the Written Directives has been amended to clarify that the action level of 5.5 ppb is a health and safety standard with which CCC licensees must comply. Thus, Sample site F is in compliance with Title 22 regulations.
The water fountain, sample site C, located in the four-year-olds butterfly room had a lead result of 8.4 ppb. Per director, facility temporary fix for the water faucet source was to shut it off. Photo evidence provided of the water faucet source covered with a bag and the water valve being turned off. During inspection, LPAs observed facility covered water faucet source with plastic bag, water fountain spout attached to sink taped over with painters tape and water faucet valve is shut off. LPA discussed with director regarding permanent solutions for lead exceedance. Per director, she will connect with church office and plumbing contractor to make a permanent solution. Per director, facility provides drinking water from Arrowhead water jugs and or use water from filtered water system located in the teachers’ lounge. Per director, sample site C is not being used for drinking or consumption purposes. During visit, LPAs collected documentation of water usage at facility. A deficiency was cited to ensure that the water faucet noted will not be used as a drinking source or food preparation source for the children.
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