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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 304270170
Report Date: 10/18/2024
Date Signed: 10/18/2024 04:03:43 PM


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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868



FACILITY NAME:CATALYST KIDS-TUSTIN RANCHFACILITY NUMBER:
304270170
ADMINISTRATOR:DANG, CATHYFACILITY TYPE:
840
ADDRESS:12950 ROBINSON DRIVETELEPHONE:
(714) 573-9256
CITY:TUSTINSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92782
CAPACITY:105CENSUS: 28DATE:
10/18/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
01:18 PM
MET WITH:Site Supervisor-Ana SanchezTIME COMPLETED:
04:10 PM
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On 10/18/2024 at 1:15PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) K. Navar conducted an unannounced Required – 3 Year inspection assisted by Site Supervisor Ana Sanchez. Upon arrival, the total census was 0 school age children and 3 staff. The Site Supervisor stated children start arriving at 1:50PM. During inspection at 1:50PM 8 school age children arrived then at 2:38PM 20 school age children arrived.

The facility was operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staff to child ratios. Facility hours are 7:00AM TO 6:00PM, Monday through Friday. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. Facility uses Catalyst Kids Hubbe App. Authorized representatives are given a pin number that are linked to legal signatures. Facility uses a contracted transportation service to transport children for field trips during summer care.

An on-site Facility Personnel Report Summary review showed that all facility staff or other individuals who require background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions.

The LPA inspected the indoor areas and areas accessible to children at the time of the visit. The facility was equipped with working carbon monoxide, working telephone service, and at least one fire extinguisher that meets statutory and State Fire Marshall standards. Site Supervisor stated that fire alarm is checked by Tustin Unified School District. A record review shows that the last drill was documented on September 26,2024. The Site Supervisor stated that there are no firearms and/or other dangerous weapons in the facility; none were observed during the inspection. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, and other items that could pose a danger if readily available were inaccessible to children in care. No poisons or other items that could pose a danger to children were observed during the inspection. The facility provides age-appropriate toys, play equipment, and materials for the children served.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Judy HansonTELEPHONE: (714) 795-0415
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Karen NavarTELEPHONE: (714) 703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/18/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/18/2024
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
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: CATALYST KIDS-TUSTIN RANCH
FACILITY NUMBER: 304270170
VISIT DATE: 10/18/2024
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The facility provides morning and afternoon snacks to children. At the time of inspection, food prep areas were clean and sanitary, and food was properly stored. Drinking water is available to children in care by the means of a water jug. Children bring sports bottles labeled with their names and refill as needed. Facility also provides paper cups to children in care. The LPA observed that the facility’s floors, equipment, furniture, and children's bathrooms were clean, in good repair, and free of sharp edges. The facility meets all posting requirements.

The LPA inspected the outdoor areas. The playground was enclosed by a fence at least four feet in height and is in good repair. At the time of inspection, the surface of the outdoor activity area was maintained and free of any observable hazards. The areas around and under high climbing equipment, slides, and other similar equipment were cushioned with rubber material that appears to absorb falls at time of inspection. Swing set is surrounded with sand. The outdoor equipment and toys are in good repair and free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. The inspected outdoor facility grounds are safe, sanitary and in good repair.

Beginning September 1, 2016, Health, and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a child day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis and measles for 4 staff members was reviewed and within compliance.

Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete Child Mandate Reporter training and to renew the training every two years. 4 Staff files were reviewed for compliance. At least one staff member present has current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications with expiration date 5/26/2025.

5 Children's records were reviewed for compliance. Each children has a separate, complete, and current record.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Judy HansonTELEPHONE: (714) 795-0415
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Karen NavarTELEPHONE: (714) 703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/18/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/18/2024
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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
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: CATALYST KIDS-TUSTIN RANCH
FACILITY NUMBER: 304270170
VISIT DATE: 10/18/2024
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This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. Site supervisor stated there are no children in care currently who have medication. LPA and Site Supervisor observed storage of medication and discussed the procedure for children with medication. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/.

The Site Supervisor was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.cdss.ca.gov Site Supervisor may request to be added to an email list to receive a Quarterly Update by contacting the Child Care Advocate at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov or at www.cdss.ca.gov

LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian

Information on the additional nutrition training, immunization requirements for children, and Health Schools Act (http://www.cdpr.ca.gov/docs/pestmgt/schoolipm.htm) were provided. The facility representative was informed, and website given, about the California Child Care Disaster Plan has been posted to the UCSF California Childcare Health Program website: cchp.ucsf.edu/content/disaster-preparedness Also provided was information about the E-Learning Modules available at https://ccld.childcarevideos.org.

Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for
drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every
5-years after the date of the first test. For childcare center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed and in compliance. LPA received a copy of the report.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Judy HansonTELEPHONE: (714) 795-0415
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Karen NavarTELEPHONE: (714) 703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/18/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/18/2024
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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
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: CATALYST KIDS-TUSTIN RANCH
FACILITY NUMBER: 304270170
VISIT DATE: 10/18/2024
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The Site Supervisor understands 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 the initial presence in a licensed childcare facility. Violation of this requirement will result in a citation of a deficiency and civil penalties of one hundred dollars ($100) per violation per day for a maximum of five (5) days. Subsequent violations within a twelve (12) month period will result in a civil penalty of one hundred dollars ($100) per violation per day for a maximum of thirty (30) days in accordance with Section 1596.871 of the Health and Safety Code.

In the areas that were evaluated, no deficiencies were observed in the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 at the time of the visit.

Exit interview was conducted and Appeal Rights were given to Site Supervisor Ana Sanchez. The Site Supervisor was provided with a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days.

A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed and signed by the director.

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: Judy HansonTELEPHONE: (714) 795-0415
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Karen NavarTELEPHONE: (714) 703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/18/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/18/2024
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