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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197750088
Report Date: 07/17/2024
Date Signed: 07/17/2024 01:07:05 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 07/17/2024 01:07 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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME:	KIDS N COLORS DAYCARE, INC.		FACILITY NUMBER:	197750088
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	MARSHA JONES		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	44405 FIG ST		TELEPHONE:	(661) 802-1672
CITY:	LANCASTER	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	93534
CAPACITY: 15	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 15	CENSUS: 12	DATE:	07/17/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	09:51 AM
MET WITH:	Licensee Israel Moreno		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	01:30 PM

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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 7/17/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Andrea Pittman arrived at the facility to conduct an Annual Inspection. LPA was met by Facility Representative and permitted to enter the facility. They guided the LPA on a tour of the facility in accordance with the facility sketch. During the inspection, LPA observed 12 children and 2 staff providing care and supervision. Facility operates Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 6:00pm. Facility consists of a total of 8 rooms/areas: one classroom, one office, one kitchen, one staff office, one staff restroom, one children’s restroom, and one outdoor play area. There is a toddler component attached to the preschool license. The Licensee states the area for the toddlers occurs near the entrance; however, there are no current toddlers enrolled and the equipment stored away in the office. LPA provided technical assistance of ensuring there is a physical separation between the infants and preschooler groups, indoors and outdoors at all times. Indoor Activity Space: Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. LPA observed sign-in sheets completed by each parent/guardian per requirements in the Brightwheel App and sign-in sheet. LPA observed individual storage for children's belongings. Children are provided filtered water from a large container dispensed in individual water bottles and one-time use disposable cups. An isolation area was inspected and located near a separate staff restroom in the office. The calming area was inspected and located in the couch area or comfy rug. Children are provided napping and age appropriate and individual bedding was observed; the facility has 15 cots. Standard size sinks and toilets were made accessible with step stools and inspected for availability and good repair. Toilets flushed properly; toilet and sinks are reachable by the children. Each restroom has adequate toilet paper, hand soap, and paper towels available. Restrooms are cleaned, restocked with toiletries, and sanitized by on-site staff.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Mariela Ramon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Andrea Pittman
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/17/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/17/2024

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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: KIDS N COLORS DAYCARE, INC.	FACILITY NUMBER: 197750088
	VISIT DATE: 07/17/2024

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Smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and fire extinguishers were observed and in operable condition and are operating according to Fire Marshall standards. The facility has smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and was tested at 10:53am. LPA observed the first aid kit and it was found to be complete with the following supplies including tweezers, scissors, gauze, adhesive tape, bandages, cleansing pad/solution, thermometer, and a first aid manual. Trash cans with tight-fitted lids were observed making solid wastes inaccessible to children in care. Cleaning supplies, hazardous materials, and/or poisons are found to be out of the reach of children and in the off-limits kitchen in a cabinet. The facility does not provide transportation. There is no smoking on the premises. There are no weapons, firearms, or ammunition on site; LPA did not observe any of the above.

Emergency Drills are conducted at least every six months and the last drills were conducted and documented on 7/12/2024 at 11:27am. The fire extinguisher (3A40BC) is reading in green and meets the Fire Marshal Codes and Standards (last serviced 2023). Menus are not posted at least a week in advanced, dated, but and in sight of parents to review, technical assistance was provided and the Licensee corrected during the visit. Daily activity schedules are posted showing meal/snack times, nap time, and specific activities. The parent board was reviewed and missing the following required postings: PUB 269, PUB 393, and LIC 613A, the Licensee was provided the required forms and posted them during the visit, technical assistance was provided. Food allergies are noted and are posted in the kitchen. There is outside food permitted and the food is properly labeled. The center provides meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks.

Outdoor Activity Space:
The outdoor play area was inspected and observed to be free of hazards, loose, or sharp objects. Equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair, and age appropriateness. LPA observed climbing structures and other play equipment were found to be securely anchored with adequate, resilient, cushioning material underneath and around the perimeter. Children are provided filtered water via a large container dispensed in disposable, one-time use cups and individual drinking bottles during outdoor play. There is adequate shaded area for rest. The playground is well-fenced, all around and no bodies of water were observed in the outdoor play area.

Facility maintains an adequate teacher-child ratio. Care and supervision were evaluated and determined basic needs of children are appropriate and are being met.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Mariela Ramon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Andrea Pittman
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/17/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/17/2024

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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: KIDS N COLORS DAYCARE, INC.	FACILITY NUMBER: 197750088
	VISIT DATE: 07/17/2024

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Records/Documentation:
Children's records were reviewed for completeness. LIC 702- Preadmission Health History, LIC 700- Identification & Emergency contact, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 613A- Personal rights, LIC 995- Parent’s Rights, and LIC 701- Physician Reports or similar documents used by the facility; Immunization Records and CDPH 286 are all in the children's file.

The facility roster was up to date and all staff have been fingerprinted and association to the designated license number. Personnel records were reviewed for completeness. Personnel records included immunizations, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse. Director and teachers are currently certified in Pediatric CPR/First Aid, expiring in 2025. Child Care Providers (AB1207) Mandated Reporter training certificate expiring in 2025. The facility maintains insurance on the facility through provider: DCI.

Facility representative 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.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed the facility representative of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

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

SUPERVISORS NAME: Mariela Ramon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Andrea Pittman
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/17/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/17/2024

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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: KIDS N COLORS DAYCARE, INC.	FACILITY NUMBER: 197750088
	VISIT DATE: 07/17/2024

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Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

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

All staff are required to take 3-hour Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter training (AB1207) every 2 years. Beginning on January 1, 2018, Assembly Bill 1207 (2015) requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. Applicants must meet requirements as a precondition to licensure. New employees shall have 90 days from date of employment to complete training as required. The training may be conducted at the following website www.mandatedreporterca.com. Staff is aware that all staff are mandated child abuse reporters and have the responsibility of reporting any suspected child abuse to the Child Abuse Hot-line at (800) 540-4000.

For additional information and forms visit our website at: www.cdss.ca.gov

Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information on the communication platform. To receive important licensed-related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

For updates on Community Care Licensing, please visit the following website at: Childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov or call at (916) 654-1541.

A copy of this report must be made available to the public for 3 years.

Per Title 22 Regulations, this facility is in compliance, no deficiency will be issued today. An exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Israel Moreno and a copy of this Report, a Notice of Site Visit, and Appeal Rights were provided on this day.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Mariela Ramon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Andrea Pittman
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/17/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/17/2024

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