540406964-9-26-2022-57-CC-JTHN-CJMU9P-20220926152328

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 540406964
Report Date: 09/26/2022
Date Signed: 09/26/2022 03:23:37 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 09/26/2022 03:23 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
FRESNO SOUTH CC, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME:	LITTLE LAMB PRESCHOOL DAY CARE		FACILITY NUMBER:	540406964
ADMINISTRATOR:	CHRISTINA CLARK		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	420 SEQUOIA DRIVE		TELEPHONE:	(559) 592-1935
CITY:	EXETER	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	93221
CAPACITY:	60	CENSUS: 14	DATE:	09/26/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	12:30 PM
MET WITH:	Christina Clark - Director		TIME COMPLETED:	03:40 PM

NARRATIVE
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 9/26/2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jessika Thompson conducted an unannounced annual inspection at the facility. LPA met with Director Christina Clark and toured the facility indoors and outdoors. There were no bodies of water, firearms and/or ammunition on the premises. No poisons were observed during the inspection. Furniture and equipment were in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Playground equipment was in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space was maintained in a safe condition and was free of hazards. Areas around high climbing equipment, swings and slides have cushioning material to absorb falls. Children's toilets and hand washing facilities were sanitary and in good operating condition. Floors in the facility were clean and safe. All kitchen, food preparation and storage areas were clean and free of litter/rubbish. The facility was free of flies, insects, and rodents/vermin. All food was protected against contamination and any contaminated food is discarded immediately. Solid waste storage containers had tight-fitting covers and were in good repair. Menus are posted at least one week in advance where an authorized representative can view them. Drinking water was available both indoors and outdoors. The facility had one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors that met statutory requirements. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. The name of the child care center Director or fully-qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the Director's absence has been reported to the Department. The facility maintains a ratio of one teacher supervising no more than 12 children in care. All children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. The person who signs the child in/out of the facility shall use their full legal signature and record the time of day. A sample of children's files were reviewed and contained contact information for authorized representative and/or relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child and medical assessment. (continued on next page)

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Susie Fanning	TELEPHONE: (559) 650-7890
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jessika Thompson	TELEPHONE: (559) 341-4622
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/26/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/26/2022

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
FRESNO SOUTH CC, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME: LITTLE LAMB PRESCHOOL DAY CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 540406964
	VISIT DATE: 09/26/2022

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LPA also reviewed a sample of staff files and observed 1 of 3 files reviewed to be missing proof of health screening and immunization records. Staff #1’s transcripts were unavailable for review today. Additionally, Staff #2 is currently employed as a teacher within the facility; however, during file review today, LPA found that Staff #2's file did not contain proof of completion of all required child development courses. At least one person trained in CPR and pediatric First Aid is present when children are at the facility or at off-site activities.

Facility 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.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. 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

Operating hours are Monday through Friday 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM.

LPA discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to Provider Information Notices (PINs), Quarterly Updates, COVID-19 Information and Resources, Mandated Reporter Training, Lead Poisoning Facts, Forms and Regulations.

Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, of the California Code of Regulations, the following deficiencies are being cited: (see next page, 809 D) Licensee was provided a copy of their appeal rights. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Christina Clark.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Susie Fanning	TELEPHONE: (559) 650-7890
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jessika Thompson	TELEPHONE: (559) 341-4622
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/26/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/26/2022

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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
FRESNO SOUTH CC, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME: LITTLE LAMB PRESCHOOL DAY CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 540406964
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 09/26/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101216.1(c)(1)

Teacher Qualifications and Duties

(c) To be a fully qualified teacher, a teacher shall have one of the following: (1) Twelve postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units in early childhood education or child development completed, with passing grades, at an accredited or approved college or university; and at least six months of work experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	This requirement was not met, as during records review, LPA found that Staff #1 & Staff #2's files did not contain proof of the required educational credits (see LIC809C for additional details). This poses a potential risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care.
	POC Due Date: 10/10/2022
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Director stated she will submit proof of required educational training for Staff #1 by 10/10/2022. Director stated that going forward Staff #2 will only work in the capacity of an aide, until she meets all educational requirements. Director stated that she will also submit a plan to Licensing, by 10/10/2022, indicating how she will reorganize staff to ensure there is a qualified teacher in each preschool classroom at all times.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
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	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
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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: Susie Fanning	TELEPHONE: (559) 650-7890
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jessika Thompson	TELEPHONE: (559) 341-4622
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/26/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/26/2022

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