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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 155601025
Report Date: 05/28/2024
Date Signed: 05/28/2024 12:02:46 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 05/28/2024 12:02 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 RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME:	BUILDING BLOCKS ACADEMY, INC.		FACILITY NUMBER:	155601025
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	CAMERON, DANIELLE		FACILITY TYPE:	860
ADDRESS:	2031 24TH ST		TELEPHONE:	(661) 426-0407
CITY:	BAKERSFIELD	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	93301
CAPACITY: 24	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14	CENSUS: 7	DATE:	05/28/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Case Management - Other	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	10:15 AM
MET WITH:	Amber Torres		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	12:15 PM

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On 05/28/2024, an unannounced case management inspection was conducted today by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Meche Rosales. LPA met with administrator, Amber Torres. Purpose of today's inspection is to conduct a 90 Day follow-up on initial pre-licensing visit that took place on 01/24/2024. Licensee states her day care hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

No poisons were observed during the inspection. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible. There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises. There are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises.

The classrooms were observed to be clean and free of toxins. LPA observed that the furniture and equipment appeared to be safe and in good condition. There are enough tables, cubbies, chairs, mats and plenty of toys for children to play. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All toilets and hand washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors. Floors in the facility are clean and safe. Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair. There are working smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors in classrooms, located on the ceiling.

Amber stated that the center will provide lunch and AM/PM snacks. The kitchen has been made inaccessible to children in care. The knives and sharp utensils are stored in the drawers. There is hot running water in the kitchen. Staff will utilize the staff bathroom. Ill children will be isolated in the director’s office and utilize the staff bathroom. Menus are posted at least one week in advance where an authorized representative can view them. Facility installed drinking fountains after lead testing was completed.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Susie Fanning
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Meche Rosales
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/28/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/28/2024

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

FACILITY NAME: BUILDING BLOCKS ACADEMY, INC.	FACILITY NUMBER: 155601025
	VISIT DATE: 05/28/2024

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Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. At least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid is present when children are at the facility or at offsite activities. The name of the childcare center director or fully-qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director’s absence has been reported to the Department. All children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. Facility meets teacher-child ratios. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete with contact information for authorized representative and or relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child and medical assessment. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and observed files were complete with health screening, immunization records for influenza, pertussis and measles and current documentation of completed mandated reporter training.

LPA discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to resources such as forms, regulations Provider Information Notices (PINs), and Quarterly Updates. LPA discussed Reporting Requirements as outlined in the regulations (Section 101212).

Amber was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 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.

Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For childcare center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1- CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance with the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. 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) 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/.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Susie Fanning
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Meche Rosales
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/28/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/28/2024

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

FACILITY NAME: BUILDING BLOCKS ACADEMY, INC.	FACILITY NUMBER: 155601025
	VISIT DATE: 05/28/2024

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Amber was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Amber. Appeal rights were provided.

Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations, no deficiencies are cited.

This report shall be made available to the public upon request. LIC 9213 Notice of Site Visit is provided and required to be posted for 30 days.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Susie Fanning
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Meche Rosales
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/28/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/28/2024

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