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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198003096
Report Date: 06/29/2022
Date Signed: 06/29/2022 12:59:57 PM


Document Has Been Signed on 06/29/2022 12:59 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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754



FACILITY NAME:KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
198003096
ADMINISTRATOR:NATILEE CARTERFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:455 E. FOOTHILL BOULEVARDTELEPHONE:
(909) 599-0597
CITY:SAN DIMASSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91773
CAPACITY:20CENSUS: 13DATE:
06/29/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:02 AM
MET WITH:Lauren Mier & Roxanne Gonzalez (Munoz)TIME COMPLETED:
01:00 PM
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Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Jennifer Hua & Veronica Martinez-Garza conducted an unannounced Required - 1 year inspection. Upon arrival, LPA met with assistant director Lauren Mier. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entry to the facility. LPA provided assistant director with a copy of the LIC 125 Entrance Checklist to facilitate the inspection. This is an Infant program. Business hours are from Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Director Roxanne Munoz came to facility during visit .

Assistant director had to assist in the infant room to meet the teacher child ratio. At 9:10 AM LPAs started tour of facility on their own as assistant director was assisting in the classroom. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. There are of total of 2 classrooms for the Infant program. LPAs observed the following: 5 infants supervised by 2 staff and the toddler room had 8 toddlers supervised by 2 staff.

The facility was observed to be within the license capacity and limitations. Facility roster was not reviewed. Updated roster completed during visit. Sign-In and Sign-Out sheets were reviewed. Per assistant director, parents sign in/out on tablet with QR code App call MCT Care Connect using their individual PIN #, documents can be printed as needed.

Rooms identified on facility sketch were inspected Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Napping equipment and bedding were inspected. Storage for children's belongings. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair. General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed.

A first aid kit is kept in each classroom. Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors are present in the facility. Fire extinguishers are serviced annually. Storage cabinet in classrooms was locked and hazardous items including cleaning compounds were stored inaccessible to children.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jennifer HuaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3375
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/29/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/29/2022
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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198003096
VISIT DATE: 06/29/2022
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Outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and appropriateness. Required shade, drinking water and fencing were inspected. LPA informed Director that the infants need to be within the direct care and supervision, including visual supervision by the teacher(s) at all times. Infants use their own sippy-cups with their name written on the cups when outdoors. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water. No hazards observed.

Teacher-infant ratios were observed and staff names recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of infants are met and appropriate. Infant Needs and Assessments are done quarterly or updated as needed. Personal Rights of infants were observed by LPAs. Staff and Infant Records were reviewed for completeness. Inspection of required forms made. Assistant Director stated there is a always a staff in the crib room when there is napping infant(s). During the walk through, LPA observed no napping infants.

Staff and Children’s Records were reviewed. Criminal Record Clearances were reviewed for Associations and Transfers. Director and Staff are current on Pediatric First aid/ CPR as observed. 3 staff does not have required Immunization. Staff have completed the Mandated Reporting training but director could not access the certificates during visit.

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 Per assistant director no medication is provided at this time.

The following was discussed with assistant director:
Rooms that are off-limits need to be made inaccessible during operating hours. Smoking is prohibited. No infant walkers, no Johnny Jumpers, no excersaucers or any other item that falls into that category are allowed in facility. The fire extinguisher type 2A-10BC must be serviced annually or as often as necessary. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors should be checked and batteries replaced as needed. Changes should be reported to the Department as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your location.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jennifer HuaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3375
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/29/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/29/2022
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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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198003096
VISIT DATE: 06/29/2022
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INFANT CARE: Appropriate sleeping arrangements and cribs is available/observed. (one crib for each infant in care is required). Cribs will not hinder the entrance or exit from the sleeping space, mattresses shall be firm and covered with a fitted sheet that overlaps the underside so it cannot be dislodged. Cribs shall be free of loose articles and objects. No objects shall be hanging above or attached to the side of the crib. LPA did not observe any infants swaddled while in care. LPA advised the Licensee that infants shall be placed on their back for sleeping and shall be supervised. Infants shall be checked on every 15 minutes and document the time of each 15-minutes. LIC 9227 Plan shall be completed for each infant up to 12 months of age. LPA provided the Director with a copy of A Child Care Provider’s Guide to Safe Sleep, by American Academy of Pediatrics. LPA also consulted and explained Child Abuse Reporting, Never Shake a Baby, and Safe Sleeping practices.

Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform.To receive important licensed-related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. 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/tion-process.

For forms, updates, Title 22 Regulations visit www.ccld.ca.gov

Deficiencies cited on attached 809D

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with director Roxanne Munoz. Notice of Site Visit Form provided and explained. Notice shall be posted for 30 days in a prominent area or a civil penalty of $100 will be assessed.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jennifer HuaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3375
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/29/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/29/2022
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Document Has Been Signed on 06/29/2022 12:59 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754


FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198003096

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 06/29/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.7995(a)(1)
General Provisions and Definitions
(1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in which 3 staff lack record for measles which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/15/2022
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Per director, will correct and submit copy to LPA by the POC due date.
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101216(g)(1)
Personnel Requirements
(1) Except as specified in (3) below, good physical health shall be verified by a health screening, including a test for tuberculosis, performed by or under the supervision of a physician not more than one year prior to or seven days after employment or licensure.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in which 2 staff lack LIC 503 and TB test record, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/15/2022
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Per Director, will correct and submit copy to LPA by the POC due date.

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: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jennifer HuaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3375
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/29/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/29/2022
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