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25 | On 01/18/23, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elvira Sierra met with Director, Mayra Madrigal, to conduct an unannounced case management inspection. The purpose of the inspection was to follow up on a water sampling related to lead in drinking water and food preparation water used at child care centers. There were 6 staff present supervising 13 children.
The Regional Office was notified that the lead testing results indicated an Action Level Exceedance (ALE) for a drinking fountain (Outlet C) located in classroom #2 which was tested on 12/16/22. On 01/12/23, the facility was notified that water levels in Outlet C were in exceedance of 5.5 parts per billion (ppb). Director stated Outlet C has not been used for years for water consumption. Outlet C drinking fountain was removed and capped off. Sink will be only be used to wash hands. Director stated facility uses a local water dispenser for drinking purpose. LPA verified the affected water outlet was removed and inoperable and observed alternative drinking water available within the facility.
A deficiency is being cited on the attached LIC 809-D page.
An exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Mayra Madrigal. A notice of site visit was posted and must remain posted for 30 days. |