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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 406209180
Report Date: 11/04/2024
Date Signed: 11/04/2024 12:52:31 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 11/04/2024 12:52 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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME:PIFER EARLY LEARNING CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
406209180
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:
LAUREN THORNEFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1350 CRESTON RD.TELEPHONE:
(805) 237-3435
CITY:PASO ROBLESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93446
CAPACITY: 22TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 22CENSUS: 12DATE:
11/04/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
11:00 AM
MET WITH:Patricia MaduenaTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
01:00 PM
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On 11/4/24, at 11:00 AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Elvin Baddley and Matthew Sapien conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection of the abovementioned Child Care Center (CCC). LPAs met with Patricia Maduena, Site Supervisor of the CCC. LPAs explained the purpose and nature of the inspection. The facility is located on the grounds of Winfred Pifer Elementary School. The preschool program operates Monday through Friday from 8:15 AM until 11:15 AM. Currently, the facility uses module classroom (703) for child care services. The CCC also utilizes a nearby playground for outdoor activities. LPAs toured the interior and exterior of the CCC with the Site Supervisor. At the time of inspection, LPAs observed 12 children present, along with 2 staff assistants. Importantly to note, the 12 children were being dismissed from care upon our arrival. The CCC's Site Supervisor assists with the care and supervision of children on site.

LPAs observed required licensing forms and documents posted near the door entry. A menu is also posted nearby in a visible location. The CCC's Sign In/Out forms were also viewed by LPAs. The forms contained the arrival and departure times of children in care. The classroom of the CCC is clean and orderly. The classroom has age appropriate toys, equipment, and other furnishings available to children in care. LPAs observed a carbon monoxide detector in the module classroom. The carbon monoxide detector was tested at 11:36 AM and was found to be operational.



The CCC uses one restroom for children in care. The restroom, which has two toilets, is in sanitary operating condition. Site Supervisor informed LPAs that children are monitored by CCC staff when using the restrooms. LPAs observed an operable refrigerator in the classroom module which contained food for the children and staff members. The CCC provides a morning breakfast to children in care. Snacks are not provided to children in care because children are dismissed before noon. The CCC also has filtered drinking water available for children inside and outside of the module.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Maria Mueller
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Matthew Sapien
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 11/04/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 11/04/2024
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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME: PIFER EARLY LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 406209180
VISIT DATE: 11/04/2024
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CCCs constructed before 1/1/20, must test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before 1/1/23, and then every 5-years except after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after 7/1/22, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). LPAs confirmed that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

Disinfectants, cleaning compounds, and sharps were observed in securely locked cabinets near the sink accessible to staff members, but inaccessible to children in care.

The CCC's outdoor playground area is enclosed by chain linked fencing. The fence’s entry/exit gates are secure. The surfaces of the outdoor playground areas are varied (concrete pavement, grass, and foam cushioning). LIke the classroom module, LPAs observed age appropriate play structures, toys, and other equipment in the area. The play equipment is free of sharp, loose or pointed objects. The play structures in the outdoor playground areas have adequate cushioning material to absorb falls. No bodies of water are observed on site.

A sampling of staff and children records were reviewed. The children’s records were complete and found to contain emergency contact information, among other required licensing documentation and forms. Staff records were reviewed. LPAs reviewed Mandated Reporter training certifications for staff and found Site Supervisor's CPR/First Aid Training certification (EMSA approved) expires 6/3/25, while their Mandated Reporter Training expires on 9/6/26. Site Supervisor was reminded to ensure training certification are kept current. Site Supervisor notes no firearms or ammunition are stored on site.

This facility does not currently provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS) for children in care. Site Supervisor informed LPAs that when children in care have medications needs, medication is kept in a secure lockbox. 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-care-centers/.

Facility representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers,
as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their (CONT. 809-C, Page 3)
SUPERVISORS NAME: Maria Mueller
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Matthew Sapien
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/04/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/04/2024
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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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME: PIFER EARLY LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 406209180
VISIT DATE: 11/04/2024
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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.

Facility representative 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.

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.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility representative, Patricia Maduena.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Maria Mueller
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Matthew Sapien
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/04/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/04/2024
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