340301226-8-18-2023-03-CC-KWIS-CUTTLT-20230818145005

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 340301226
Report Date: 08/18/2023
Date Signed: 08/18/2023 02:50:14 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 08/18/2023 02:50 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
SACRAMENTO CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827

FACILITY NAME:	LITTLE FRIENDS LEARNING CENTER		FACILITY NUMBER:	340301226
ADMINISTRATOR:	FITZPATRICK, KIMBERLY		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	7070 WOODMORE OAKS DR		TELEPHONE:	(916) 726-5758
CITY:	CITRUS HEIGHTS	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	95610
CAPACITY:	50	CENSUS:	DATE:	08/18/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	01:15 PM
MET WITH:	Kimberly Fitzpatrick		TIME COMPLETED:	03:05 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 Analysts (LPAs) Kyrsten Williams and Soleil Marx met with Director, Kim Fitzpatrick, for the purpose of an unannounced Required - 1 Year inspection. Census at time of arrival was 13 children supervised by 3 staff. Licensee was reminded never to exceed the conditions, limitations and capacity specified on the license. Hours of operation for the facility are 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained criminal record clearance. 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. A health and safety inspection was conducted in the classrooms, restrooms, food service areas, and outdoor play areas. LPAs observed the following documents are posted: License, Emergency Disaster Plan, Personal Rights, Parents' Rights Poster, menus, and daily schedule. Cleaning disinfectants and hazardous items are appropriately stored and inaccessible to children. No children in care require medications. Director stated there are no poisons on the premises. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, and toileting facilities are in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. Bins for solid waste have tight fitting lids. The floors appeared clean throughout the facility. The facility provides morning and afternoon snack. The food preparation space is free of litter and all food was protected against contamination. Drinking water was readily available to children both indoors and outdoors via filtered water in labeled bottles. Facility uses an online application for sign in and sign out. LPAs observed full legal signatures of authorized representatives. There are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises. LPAs observed a functional carbon monoxide detector. Fire drills have been conducted monthly and documented. Playground equipment and surfaces are free of loose or sharp parts. LPAs observed wood chip cushioning beneath the play structure. Sand box is covered with a tarp when not in use. Outdoor shade is provided by trees. PAGE 1. REPORT CONTINUES ON LIC809-C

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Natalie Dunaway	TELEPHONE: (916) 263-5714
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Kyrsten Williams	TELEPHONE: (916) 263-5744
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/18/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/18/2023

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
SACRAMENTO CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827

FACILITY NAME: LITTLE FRIENDS LEARNING CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 340301226
	VISIT DATE: 08/18/2023

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LPA reviewed with Licensee the UC 311A, Records to Be Maintained at The Facility, for child's records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted. Children’s and staffs' files were reviewed. Each child's file had the required licensing documentation. LPAs reviewed staff transcripts and observed all staff caring for children were qualified. Multiple staff have a current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification expiring in 01/2024. Staff all have current Mandated Reporter certificates, expiring 01/2024, and proof of immunization. LPAs observed a current children's roster and a fire drill log. LPAs observed all required licensing documentation was posted for parental review. LPAs observed that parents are signing their children in and out of the center.

Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

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 child care 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 in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

LPAs referred director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information
The director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Natalie Dunaway	TELEPHONE: (916) 263-5714
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Kyrsten Williams	TELEPHONE: (916) 263-5744
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/18/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/18/2023

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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
SACRAMENTO CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827

FACILITY NAME: LITTLE FRIENDS LEARNING CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 340301226
	VISIT DATE: 08/18/2023

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LPAs discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee [or facility representative] and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPAs also informed director of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. 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) 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-care-centers/.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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/inspection-process.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the director, Kimberly Fitzpatrick.

No deficiencies are cited today. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Natalie Dunaway	TELEPHONE: (916) 263-5714
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Kyrsten Williams	TELEPHONE: (916) 263-5744
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/18/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/18/2023

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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