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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 364845161
Report Date: 09/28/2023
Date Signed: 10/02/2023 10:40:09 AM


Document Has Been Signed on 10/02/2023 10:40 AM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
INLAND EMPIRE CHILD, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501



FACILITY NAME:THINK TOGETHER ALLEGIANCE STEAM ACADEMYFACILITY NUMBER:
364845161
ADMINISTRATOR:JESSICA MARTINEZFACILITY TYPE:
840
ADDRESS:5862 C. STREETTELEPHONE:
(909) 465-5405
CITY:CHINOSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91710
CAPACITY:100CENSUS: 6DATE:
09/28/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
01:00 PM
MET WITH:Jessica MartinezTIME COMPLETED:
04:00 PM
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Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs), Rachel Zeron and Justin Giese conducted an annual inspection as part of a compliance review. A tour of the inside and outside of the facility was granted and the following was observed and/or noted:
The days and hours of operation will be: Monday through Friday, 6:30am to 6:00pm. The program operates in Room 37(43) and the multipurpose room.

· The following were posted and are updated where necessary:
- License
- Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610) and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC9148)
- Parent’s Rights Poster (PUB393)
- Personal Rights (LIC613A)
- Child Car Seat Law
- Menu
· The facility is operating with the limits as stated on the license
· Ratios are being met during this inspection
· Classrooms are adequately equipped with age and size appropriate furniture and equipment and free of hazards
· There are no weapons present at the facility as stated by Jessica Martinez
· There are no accessible bodies of water present. All wading pools or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position.
· Drinking water is provided in the indoor activity space by and in the outdoor activity space by filtered bottle water and water bottles brought from home by children in care
· Hazardous items are stored where inaccessible to children which include: Disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other items that are dangerous
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Aaron RossTELEPHONE: (951)320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Rachel ZeronTELEPHONE: (951) 782-4200
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 09/28/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 09/28/2023
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
INLAND EMPIRE CHILD, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: THINK TOGETHER ALLEGIANCE STEAM ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 364845161
VISIT DATE: 09/28/2023
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·Poisons and toxins are locked
· All floors are clean and safe
· Bathrooms were observed to be safe, sanitary and in operating condition
· Playgrounds are enclosed by appropriate fencing and free of hazards
· Outdoor activity areas are supplied with age and size appropriate equipment in good condition
· Food preparation area is clean, free of litter and rubbish and free of rodents and other vermin
· Food is stored appropriately and protected from contamination and is prepackaged
· Sign in/Sign out record was reviewed and meets regulation requirements
· Disaster drills are conducted at least every six months – last drill conducted on 09/22/2023
A review of staff and children's records were conducted as part of this evaluation.
· Children’s records were found to be complete during this inspection.
· A Staff member is present with current Pediatric CPR/First Aid which expires on 07/29/2025
· Opening and closing staff member’s CPR/First Aid expires on 07/29/2025
Site Supervisor Mandated Reporter expires on 12/2024
· Site Supervisor completed Health and Safety Training
· A review of staff records indicates that all staff present meet minimum qualifications for the position for which they were hired.
· A review of staff records on 09/28/2023 indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions.

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 following items were discussed with the Site Supervisor during inspection:


· Menus shall be posted at least one week in advance in a place visible by the child’s authorized representative, dated and kept on file for 30 days, and made available upon request.
· The areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment shall be cushioned with material that absorbs a fall
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Aaron RossTELEPHONE: (951)320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Rachel ZeronTELEPHONE: (951) 782-4200
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/28/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/28/2023
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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
INLAND EMPIRE CHILD, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: THINK TOGETHER ALLEGIANCE STEAM ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 364845161
VISIT DATE: 09/28/2023
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·The Licensee was informed of their reporting requirements and provided with the Regional Office’s Unusual Incident Reporting email mailbox: UnusualIncidentReportsDO09@dss.ca.gov
· The Licensee can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov
Site Supervisor 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.

On-line Licensing forms & regulations for a Child Care Center can be obtained on the Department’s website: www.ccld.ca.gov. Additionally, there is a link to “Receive Important Updates” located on the right side of the page, immediately above Quick Links. One can add their email address and choose which program(s) they wish to receive Provider Information Notices (PIN) for.

The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday – Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at:


1-844-LET-US-NO (1-844-538-8766) and/or 951-782-4200

The licensee/director is asked to update the following documents, if applicable, and submit to licensing within 30 days:
1. LIC 500 Personnel Report provided to LPA today
2. LIC 610 Emergency & Disaster Plan provided to LPA today
3. Parent Handbook/ Program Curriculum/Admission policies and procedures/ fee schedule (only if changes have been made or file copy is more than 2 years old)

See LIC809-D for cited deficiencies.
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.
An exit interview was conducted, and this report was reviewed with the Site Supervisor, Jessica Martinez. Appeal rights were discussed and provided during the exit interview. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Aaron RossTELEPHONE: (951)320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Rachel ZeronTELEPHONE: (951) 782-4200
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/28/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/28/2023
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Document Has Been Signed on 10/02/2023 10:40 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
INLAND EMPIRE CHILD, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501


FACILITY NAME: THINK TOGETHER ALLEGIANCE STEAM ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 364845161

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 09/28/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
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
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 3 staff files which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/12/2023
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Site supervisor agrees to have training completed and send the certificates to LPA by POC dates
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 2 out of 3 staff files which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/12/2023
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Site Supervisor agrees to have staff have a medical assessment completed and will send a copy to LPA by POC 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: Aaron RossTELEPHONE: (951)320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Rachel ZeronTELEPHONE: (951) 782-4200
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 09/28/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 09/28/2023
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