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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 434408891
Report Date: 02/05/2020
Date Signed: 02/05/2020 04:21:36 PM

COMPREHENSIVE INSPECTION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131
FACILITY NAME:FIRST DISCOVERIES CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
434408891
ADMINISTRATOR:TERRY BECKETTFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:2177 COTTLE AVENUETELEPHONE:
(408) 625-3773
CITY:SAN JOSESTATE: CAZIP CODE:
95125
CAPACITY:34CENSUS: 28DATE:
02/05/2020
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
12:02 PM
MET WITH:Terry Beckett & Rose GemmellTIME COMPLETED:
04:30 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Marilou Monico, met with Site Director,Terry Beckett, and Administrative Director, Rose Gemmell, for an unannounced annual random inspection. LPA observed all the required posted materials: license, Emergency Disaster Plan, Earthquake Preparedness Checklist, menus, activity schedule, Parents' Rights, and Personal Rights. The preschool program's days and hours of operation are Monday to Friday from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

LPA inspected the building both indoor and outdoor. LPA observed that the facility was operating in compliance with teacher to children ratio requirement. Children were engaged in activities under the supervision of the teachers. LPA observed trash cans with tight fitting covers for the disposal of solid waste. Drinking water indoor is via pitchers and disposable cups. Disinfectants, sharps objects, and other similar items were stored inaccessible to children. There were functioning carbon and smoke detectors at the facility. LPA did not observe any bodies of water. LPA reviewed eight random children's files and three staff files. Site Director has current CPR/First Aid certification with an expiration date of July 2020. Per Site Director, there were no weapons on the premises. LPA reviewed children's roster. LPA obtained copy of children's roster. Restroom for children to use was observed to be clean and in operating conditions.

Outdoor activity areas are enclosed by fencing. Shade is provided by trees and canopy. The areas around climbing equipment have rubber mulch as resilient material. Drinking water was readily available to children outdoor via drinking fountain. Facility provides breakfast, lunch, morning and afternoon snacks. LPA observed adequate food breakfast, lunch, and snacks. There is a kitchen at the facility for food preparation. Sanitation is by hand washing. LPA observed that food storage areas were clean, free of litter, and rodents.

LPA discussed Senate Bill 792, Assembly Bill (AB) 1207 (Mandated Child Abuse Reporter Training) which is required training that began on January 1, 2018 and requires renewal every two years. AB 633 was discussed with Site Director. Mandated Reported Training can be accessed at www.mandatedreporterca.com.
(REPORT CONTINUED ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE (PAGE #2 - REPORT DATED 02/05/2020):
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Anthony StudebakerTELEPHONE: (408) 324-2155
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Marilou MonicoTELEPHONE: (408) 334-8549
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/05/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/05/2020
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, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131
FACILITY NAME: FIRST DISCOVERIES CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 434408891
VISIT DATE: 02/05/2020
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LPA reviewed with Administrative Director the violations that would result in an immediate assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $500. Applicant Representative and Site Director are encouraged to visit the Department’s website at www.cdss.ca.gov [Shortcut: www.ccld.ca.gov] to access resources for Providers, Regulations, Adoptions of new laws, pay annual fees etc.

Beginning January 1, 2019 AB2370 requires licensed homes and centers to share information on the risks and effects of lead exposure with enrolling and re-enrolling families. LPA reviewed and provided a copy of the “Lead Poisoning Facts Information Flyer." Provider Notice Information (PIN) summary for Child Care Center lead testing of drinking water and back up generator safety requirements were provided.

Staff present during the inspection have cleared criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. LPA also reminded Administrative Director of the applicable civil penalties for those adults who have not received fingerprint clearances, are not associated to the license and who come in contact with or provide care and supervision to the children. Penalty amounts: minimum of $100.00 to a maximum of $500.00 per person for an initial violation and a minimum of $100.00 to a maximum of $3000.00 per person for any subsequent violation within a 12 month period.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226.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.

IMS Plan to be sent to Licensing by March 5, 2020.

LPA received updated forms during the inspection: Designation of Facility Responsibility (LIC 308), Personnel Report (LIC 500), and Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610).

As a result of this inspection, there were no deficiencies cited.



A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS ISSUED AND MUST BE POSTED FOR 30 CONSECUTIVE DAYS.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Anthony StudebakerTELEPHONE: (408) 324-2155
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Marilou MonicoTELEPHONE: (408) 334-8549
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/05/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/05/2020
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