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32 | During today’s visit LPA Martinez conducted a tour of the facility and observed water outlets identified on facility sketch. LPA observed the 4 water outlets were bagged, taped, and labeled with the “Out of Service” signage. Director verified that children and staff do not have access to the water outlets that have been identified showing elevated lead levels. The drinking outlets have been replaced however is still not in use. Testing will be done again, and forms have been submitted to the Certified External Water Sampler. Director stated that other drinking fountains are available for children to use. Children bring their own snacks and lunches from home. Water outlets used for food preparation were not observed to have an Action Lead Exceedance (ALE) of 5.5 ppb or over.
During today’s inspection, LPA Martinez obtained the following documents: External Water Sampler Self-Certification Form (LIC 9275), Signed and dated Child Care Center Sampling Checklist Form (LIC 9276), Facility Sketch (fully labeled with locations of all water outlets), and photos of water outlets. LPA will upload the documents to the CA State Water Resources Control Board, Division of Drinking Water Database (DDW) database.
Based on observation, interviews, and supportive documents it has been determined that the facility has violated Child Care Licensing Regulation Division 12, Chapter 1, Subchapter 5 101700.3 (b)(1) California Lead Action Level at Child Care Centers. A result with values of 5.5 ppb or greater shall be deemed an Action Level Exceedance. Lead water testing samples taken on 06/23/2022 revealed that levels of lead were beyond the allowable amount deemed by the State of California. Water Outlets “C”, “I”, “A”, and “H” have Action Lead Exceedance (ALE) level of 20.9, 7.58, 7.39, 7.06 pbb.
This facility is being cited (1) deficiency during today’s visit 10/04/2022. This is a type B violation which poses a potential Health, Safety or Personal Rights risk to persons in care. Refer to LIC 809-D for deficiency page.
LPA discussed Proof of Correction (POC) with Director. Director stated that the 4 water outlets identified with an Action Lead Exceedance of 5.5 ppb or over have been inoperable while the campus goes through the process of retesting the water outlets. These outlets will not be accessible for use until a retest has occurred. LPA Martinez observed signs posted stating Out of Service. A notification of letter was sent out to parents with notification of cease of water outlets and remediation for planned for water outlets or alternative. Director will send LPA a copy of the re-test summary once completed on or before 11/04/2022.
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