421711657-3-17-2022-17-CC-FVEZ-CCLTL9-20220317144909

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 421711657
Report Date: 03/17/2022
Date Signed: 03/17/2022 02:49:19 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 03/17/2022 02:49 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
CCLD Regional Office, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117

FACILITY NAME:	COLUMBIA CHILDREN'S CENTER, INC.		FACILITY NUMBER:	421711657
ADMINISTRATOR:	CORTNEY DASMANN		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	840 EAST STOWELL ROAD		TELEPHONE:	(805) 922-5437
CITY:	SANTA MARIA	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	93454
CAPACITY:	82	CENSUS: 67	DATE:	03/17/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:26 AM
MET WITH:	Cortney Dasmann		TIME COMPLETED:	02:20 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	On 3/17/22, at 9:15 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Francisca Velazquez conducted an unannounced Required Annual inspection of the abovementioned Child Care Center (CCC). LPA met with Cortney Dasmann, Director of the CCC and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPA, in the company of the Director, toured the interior and exterior of the CCC. The CCC is located in a single level building. The CCC operates from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday - Friday. During this inspection there were ten (10) toddler age children supervised by two (2) staff and eleven (11) early year children (2 year old) supervised by two staff. The preschool and pre-k classrooms are divided into two separate indoor classrooms. There were 46 preschool age children present being supervised by eight staff. The CCC has a population of 67 children in care at the time of the inspection along with 12 teachers providing care and supervision and the Director. The classroom has age appropriate equipment and furnishings available to children in care. LPA observed a carbon monoxide detector in each classroom which were tested at 10:39 AM and found to be operable. There are five (5) toilets, two (2) potty training seats and seven (7) sinks used by the children in care. All restrooms are in sanitary operating condition with hand washing soap and paper towels. LPA observed an operable refrigerator in the kitchen of the facility which contained food. The parents of children in care provide lunch, however the CCC has food in reserve for children should the need arise. The CCC provides morning and afternoon snack. LPA reviewed a posted menu on the kitchen. All required licensing notices and documents are posted by the entrance of the facility. CONT 809-C

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Maria Mueller	TELEPHONE: (805) 562-0410
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Francisca Velazquez	TELEPHONE: (805) 883-8244
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/17/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/17/2022

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
CCLD Regional Office, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117

FACILITY NAME: COLUMBIA CHILDREN'S CENTER, INC.	FACILITY NUMBER: 421711657
	VISIT DATE: 03/17/2022

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The CCC has available (filtered) water for children inside and outside of the facility by means of water bottles. Disinfectants and cleaning solutions are observed in elevated cabinets in the classrooms and in the outdoor area. The CCC's medications are stored in the Director’s office and are inaccessible to children in care. The Sign In/Out form for children is done through the Brightwheel app. Facility also have paper sign in sheets available in case internet is down. All children present during this inspection were signed in.

The CCC outdoor playground areas are enclosed by chain linked fencing. The fence’s entry/exit gates are secured. LPA observed age appropriate toys/play equipment in the play areas. The toys/play equipment are free of sharp, loose or pointed objects. The play structures in the playground areas have adequate cushioning materials in the form of wooden chips to absorb falls. All outdoor play yards offer plenty of shade. No bodies of water are observed on site. LPA notes that toddler children, early learners children and pre-school age children all have their own designated outdoor play area.

A sampling of staff and children records were reviewed. The children’s records were complete and found to contain emergency contact information. Staff records were reviewed and contained documentation to support CPR/First Aid training. Director noted no firearms or ammunition is stored on site.

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 CONT 809-C

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Maria Mueller	TELEPHONE: (805) 562-0410
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Francisca Velazquez	TELEPHONE: (805) 883-8244
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/17/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/17/2022

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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
CCLD Regional Office, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117

FACILITY NAME: COLUMBIA CHILDREN'S CENTER, INC.	FACILITY NUMBER: 421711657
	VISIT DATE: 03/17/2022

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Facility representative 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 notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility representative, Cortney Dasmann.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Maria Mueller	TELEPHONE: (805) 562-0410
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Francisca Velazquez	TELEPHONE: (805) 883-8244
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/17/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/17/2022

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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