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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 073405611
Report Date: 11/02/2022
Date Signed: 11/02/2022 12:29:55 PM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME:TASSAJARA LEARNING CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
073405611
ADMINISTRATOR:LYNN BANDUCCIFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1899 CASABLANCA STREETTELEPHONE:
(925) 648-8600
CITY:DANVILLESTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94506
CAPACITY: 127TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 111CENSUS: 87DATE:
11/02/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:15 AM
MET WITH:Lynn BanducciTIME COMPLETED:
01:00 PM
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On 11/2/22 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Monica Mathur conducted an unannounced annual inspection at Tassajara Learning Center. LPA met with Director/Licensee, Lynn Banducci and Co-owner, Kristi Wolf and explained the purpose of today's inspection. Facility's operating days are Monday to Friday in 5 Rooms - Topaz, Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, Crystal.

The physical plant was inspected. LPA toured the premises with the Director, Lynn.
Indoor space: Classrooms, restrooms were inspected. Facility was in compliance with teacher child ratios during inspection. Children were engaged in various activities under the visual supervision of the teachers. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items dangerous to the health and safety of children were stored in places inaccessible to them. Cabinets, drawers, and rooms used for storage were locked. Furniture and equipment were age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Restrooms for children were observed to be in safe, sanitary, and functioning condition. Floors were clean and free from tripping hazard. Children bring their own lunch and facility provides snacks. Foods and beverages were stored safely. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers on and were in good repair. LPA observed a working Fire extinguisher, Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors. Log shows that the last Fire Drill was conducted on 10/14/22. Facility does not provide transportation for children, but Director understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in parked vehicles. Required postings were observed to be posted.
Outdoor space was inspected and observed to be fenced and safe. There are 2 play grounds, one of young children and other of older ages. The play equipment was maintained in good condition and free of hazards. Areas around and under high climbing equipment and slides were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. Shade is provided and there were no bodies of water observed. Drinking water is arranged to be readily available to children during indoor and outdoor activities.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Sherelle Johnson
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monica Mathur
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 11/02/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 11/02/2022
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, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: TASSAJARA LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 073405611
VISIT DATE: 11/02/2022
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File Review: Children sign in and out procedures and logs were reviewed. A sample of children and staff files was taken for review. All files contained required documents. There was at least one teacher with current certification in Pediatric CPR/First Aid present at the facility during inspection.

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

There were 2 employees present during inspection who were not associated to the license. It was determined they have active eligible clearances and associations to other childcare facilities. Both employees were transferred and associated during inspection. Director 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.

Director was reminded Lead Testing needs to be completed and submitted before January 1, 2023.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process.

In the areas that were evaluated, regulatory violation was observed. Citation issued on 809D page. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Lynn Banducci. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Sherelle Johnson
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monica Mathur
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/02/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/02/2022
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Created By: Monica Mathur On 11/02/2022 at 11:53 AM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612

FACILITY NAME: TASSAJARA LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 073405611

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 11/02/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101170(e)(2)
Criminal Record Clearance
(e) All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 shall prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility: (2) Request a transfer of a criminal record clearance as specified in Section 101170(f) or

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on record review, 2 employees AMBER PIPERDI and STEPHANIE LYNN ARLEN present during inspection were not associated to the license. The licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 11/03/2022
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By POC Due Date 11/3/22 Director agreed to send a written plan on how they will stay in compliance with above regulation. Director understands employees require to be associated prior to their presence with children. It was determined they have active eligible clearances and associations to other childcare facilities. Both employees were transferred and associated during inspection.
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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:Sherelle Johnson
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Monica Mathur
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/02/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/02/2022


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