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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 270702246
Report Date: 11/16/2022
Date Signed: 11/17/2022 09:11:54 AM


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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, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131



FACILITY NAME:LITTLE FRIENDS DAY NURSERYFACILITY NUMBER:
270702246
ADMINISTRATOR:FACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1025 POST DRTELEPHONE:
8314242145
CITY:SALINASSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93907
CAPACITY:64CENSUS: 32DATE:
11/16/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:30 AM
MET WITH:Rita SampaoloTIME COMPLETED:
05:00 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elizabeth Larios conducted an unannounced Required - 1 Year Inspection. The purpose of today’s visit is to ensure the facility is in compliance with Title 22 California Code of Regulations. LPA met with the Director Rita Sampaolo, and explained the nature of today's visit. LPA toured the facility both inside and outside during todays visit. LPA observed the required posted materials, including the Facility License, Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610), Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC 9148), Parents' Rights Poster (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Child Car Seat Law (PUB 269), waiver, menu, and activity schedule. The hours of operation are Monday - Friday, 6:30am - 5:30pm.

LPA reviewed children's and staff files during today's visit. Each child's file reviewed contains the Information and Emergency Information form (LIC 700), immunization records, physicians report, personal rights, and parents rights. The Lead Teacher file contain the required transcripts/verification of experience. All staff have fingerprint clearances. Staff has current CPR and First Aid certifications on file. Staff have Health Screening Report and TB test, Immunization (Measles, Pertussis, and Flu) record and required Training. Staff had current Mandated Reporter Training certificate in file. Assistant Director understands that there shall be at least one person with valid CPR and First Aid certifications on site at all times, or present during off-site activities.

Director understands the conditions, limitations, and capacity specifications of the facility license. Director understands that children shall be visually supervised at all times. LPA observed that all rooms are in order. Drinking water is readily available for the children in each room and in the outdoor playground area via water dispensers, and cups. LPA observed solid waste containers with tight-fitting lids in each room. Staff and children's bathrooms are clean, sanitary. There is a separate staff bathroom not utilized by the children which an isolated child can use if needed. Director states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Joel SeguraTELEPHONE: (408) 334-8550
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Elizabeth LariosTELEPHONE: (408) 497-9236
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/16/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/16/2022
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, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE FRIENDS DAY NURSERY
FACILITY NUMBER: 270702246
VISIT DATE: 11/16/2022
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LPA observed all furniture and equipment is in good condition and safe for the children. The playground areas utilized by children is surrounded by appropriate fencing. LPA observed insufficient resilient materials under swings, slides and other similar equipment, and surrounded area that should be cushioned with material that absorbs falls. LPA observed that the outdoor equipment is age appropriate. LPA did not observe any bodies of water.

The food preparation and storage areas are clean, free of litter & rubbish, and free of rodents and other vermin. Cleaning supplies are securely stored and inaccessible to the children. LPA observed a fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguishers, and working smoke/carbon monoxide detectors and first aid kits. Director states that the facility does not administer medications at this time.

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

Director 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.

Deficiency was cited see LIC 809-D, exit interview conducted with Director, Rita Sampaolo and a copy of this report was provided.

A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS ISSUED, POSTED NEAR THE ENTRANCE TO THE FACILITY, AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Joel SeguraTELEPHONE: (408) 334-8550
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Elizabeth LariosTELEPHONE: (408) 497-9236
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/16/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/16/2022
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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, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131


FACILITY NAME: LITTLE FRIENDS DAY NURSERY
FACILITY NUMBER: 270702246

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 11/16/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101238.2(e)
Outdoor Activity Space
(e) As a condition of licensure, the areas around and under high climbing equipment, swings, slides and other similar equipment shall be cushioned with material that absorbs falls.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on LPA's observation insufficient resilient materials under swings, slides and other similar equipment, and surrounded area that should be cushioned with material that absorbs falls. This poses a potential risk to the health, safety or personal rights of children in care.
POC Due Date: 11/23/2022
Plan of Correction
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Director will order additional resilient material for the playground and ensure that the ground is not visible. Resilient materials should be maintained around the playground. Photographs of additional resilient material should be submitted to the Department.
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POC Due Date:
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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: Joel SeguraTELEPHONE: (408) 334-8550
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Elizabeth LariosTELEPHONE: (408) 497-9236
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/16/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/16/2022
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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, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131


FACILITY NAME: LITTLE FRIENDS DAY NURSERY
FACILITY NUMBER: 270702246

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 11/16/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101238.2(e)
Outdoor Activity Space
(e) As a condition of licensure, the areas around and under high climbing equipment, swings, slides and other similar equipment shall be cushioned with material that absorbs falls.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [count] out of [total count] [(objects) (persons)] [identifiers] which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date:
Plan of Correction
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Section Cited
Deficient Practice Statement
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POC Due Date:
Plan of Correction
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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: Joel SeguraTELEPHONE: (408) 334-8550
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Elizabeth LariosTELEPHONE: (408) 497-9236
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/16/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/16/2022
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Document Has Been Signed on 11/17/2022 09:11 AM - 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, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131


FACILITY NAME: LITTLE FRIENDS DAY NURSERY
FACILITY NUMBER: 270702246

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 11/16/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101238.2(e)
Outdoor Activity Space
(e) As a condition of licensure, the areas around and under high climbing equipment, swings, slides and other similar equipment shall be cushioned with material that absorbs falls.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [count] out of [total count] [(objects) (persons)] [identifiers] which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date:
Plan of Correction
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Section Cited
Deficient Practice Statement
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POC Due Date:
Plan of Correction
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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: Joel SeguraTELEPHONE: (408) 334-8550
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Elizabeth LariosTELEPHONE: (408) 497-9236
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/17/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/17/2022
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