304371234-10-9-2023-06-CC-ANUZ-CWFULR-20231009154106

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 304371234
Report Date: 10/09/2023
Date Signed: 10/09/2023 03:41:57 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:	GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT LAS FLORES		FACILITY NUMBER:	304371234
ADMINISTRATOR:	BEYDOUN, MAHA		FACILITY TYPE:	830
ADDRESS:	28672 DEERPATH		TELEPHONE:	(949) 339-2010
CITY:	RANCHO STA MARGARITA	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	92688
CAPACITY:	36	CENSUS: 13	DATE:	10/09/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:00 AM
MET WITH:	Director, Maha Beydoun		TIME COMPLETED:	01:00 PM

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Aiddee Nunez conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual Random. LPA and director toured the facility inside and outside and the floor and yard plan were verified. Census was taken in individual classrooms. The overall census observed was 6 infant staff and 13 infant children. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. Facility hours are 7:30a.m.- 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. During the inspection of the indoor activity space, items which could pose a danger to children (detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications) were observed to be stored out of the reach of children. Poisons/Hazardous Items are not kept on the premises. Food is prepared on site; snacks are provided. Food prep areas were clean and sanitary. Food is properly stored. Menus were posted where they could be reviewed by parents. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and were observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. There is drinking water available to children indoors by cups and pitcher and children’s water bottle with the child’s name on it. The children's bathrooms are clean and sanitary. Children nap on cots/mats, and bedding is stored individually and facility washes blankets weekly. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher. Facility met all posting requirement. The California Child Passenger Safety Law was posted by the entrance of the facility. Page 1 out of 4

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Thuy Ho	TELEPHONE: (714) 703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Aiddee Nunez	TELEPHONE: 714-703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/09/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/09/2023

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
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868

FACILITY NAME: GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT LAS FLORES	FACILITY NUMBER: 304371234
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 10/09/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

HSC

1597.16(a)(1)

Lead Testing

(1) A licensed child day care center, as defined in Section 1596.76, that is located in a building that was constructed before January 1, 2010, shall have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023, and every five years after the date of the initial test. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in not conducting a lead sampling test which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 11/16/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Director stated they will begin the process to call and schedule an appointment for a water testing company to come out and get the lead sampling testing done. Director will inform the licensing department of the scheduled date for the lead sampling test and provide a copy of the lead sampling test to licensing office by the due date. The site supervisor turned off the water for drinking fountains and children will only have their water bottles refilled from filtered dispenser. The kitchen faucet has a water filter in place.

Type B

Section Cited

HSC

1596.8662(b)(1)

Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 staff members not having a renewed mandated reporter training which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 10/23/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Director stated she will provide the 2 staff members mandated reporter training certificate to LPA via email 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: Thuy Ho	TELEPHONE: (714) 703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Aiddee Nunez	TELEPHONE: 714-703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/09/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/09/2023

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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
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868

FACILITY NAME: GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT LAS FLORES	FACILITY NUMBER: 304371234
	VISIT DATE: 10/09/2023

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Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date, 5 staff files were reviewed. Health screening and immunizations as required were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a child care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for staff were reviewed and within compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporting training, and to renew the training every two years. There were 2 staff members that did not have their renewed mandated reporting training. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 7/5/2025.

Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. LPA observed 3 infants from 0-12 months. LPA observed and reviewed LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping Plan in children’s files. In the areas reviewed the children’s files were found to be in full compliance. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. The person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day.

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

The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. The playground was enclosed by a fence at least four feet in height. The surface of the outdoor activity space was well maintained and free of hazards. The cushioning material around the small portable climbing equipment and slide was grass appeared to be enough to absorbs falls. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by children’s water bottles with the child’s name on it. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair and free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. The facility grounds
were safe, sanitary and in good repair.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Thuy Ho	TELEPHONE: (714) 703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Aiddee Nunez	TELEPHONE: 714-703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/09/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/09/2023

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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
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868

FACILITY NAME: GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT LAS FLORES	FACILITY NUMBER: 304371234
	VISIT DATE: 10/09/2023

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The licensee was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.ccld.ca.gov and may request to be added to an email list to receive a Quarterly Update from www.ccld.ca.gov and select Receive Important Updates link.
LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian

An electronic copy of the 2016 “A Child Care Providers Guide to Safe Sleep” was provided to the (licensee / director/ facility representative).
English: https//www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/SIDS/Documents/SIDSchildcaresafesleep.pdf
AAP: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/sleep/Pages/A-Parents-Guide-to-Safe-Sleep.aspx
NIH: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/safesleepbasics/environment/room/text_alternative
Safe to Sleep Campaign: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/materials
· Always place infants on their backs for sleeping
· Use only a tight-fitting sheet on the crib or play yard mattress
· Do not hang any items from the crib or above the crib
· Keep all items, including blankets, out of the crib or play yard
· Pacifiers may be used as long as they do not have items attached to them
· Infants should not be swaddled or have any items covering them while sleeping
· The temperature of the room should be comfortable enough for an adult to wear a t-shirt and not be too hot or too cold

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Thuy Ho	TELEPHONE: (714) 703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Aiddee Nunez	TELEPHONE: 714-703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/09/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/09/2023

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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: GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT LAS FLORES	FACILITY NUMBER: 304371234
	VISIT DATE: 10/09/2023

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Based on LPAs record reviews the following violations were observed are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, Section 1597.16(a)(1) Lead Testing and 1596.8662(b)(1), are being cited on the attached LIC 809D.

An Inspection and exit interview was completed with director/ facility representative. The report was reviewed and discussed. Appeal Rights and deficiencies were discussed. The facility representative was provided 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.

The facility representative was informed that the “Notice of Site Visit” must be posted for 30 consecutive days. The “Notice of Site Visit” must be posted on or adjacent to the door. Failure to post will result in Civil Penalties of $100.00.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Thuy Ho	TELEPHONE: (714) 703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Aiddee Nunez	TELEPHONE: 714-703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/09/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/09/2023

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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