304270386-6-14-2022-06-CC-TNGN-CFDSRD-20220614140610

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 304270386
Report Date: 06/14/2022
Date Signed: 06/14/2022 02:06:18 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, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868

FACILITY NAME:	KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER		FACILITY NUMBER:	304270386
ADMINISTRATOR:	MOSES, DIANNE		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	9945 SLATER AVENUE		TELEPHONE:	(714) 968-4451
CITY:	FOUNTAIN VALLEY	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	92708
CAPACITY:	136	CENSUS: 48	DATE:	06/14/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	08:20 AM
MET WITH:	Veronica Gonzalez, Director		TIME COMPLETED:	12:00 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	Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Tina Nguyen conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of a 1- Year Required. LPA and facility assistant director Rebecca Hurst toured the facility inside and outside and the floor and yard plan (LIC 999) were verified. The overall census observed was 6 preschool staff and 48 preschool children. Facility hours are 6:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Facility director Veronica Gonzalez came after. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Facility representative 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. During the inspection of the indoor activity space, items which could pose a danger to children (detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications) were observed to be stored out of the reach of children. Poisons/Hazardous Items are not kept on the premises. Lunch and Snacks are provided by the facility. Menus were posted where they could be reviewed by parents. Solid waste receptacles have a tight-fitting cover and are in good repair. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and were observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. There is drinking water available to children indoors by sport bottle with children’s name or water pitcher with paper cups. The children's bathrooms are clean and sanitary. Children nap on cots, and bedding is stored individually and to be washed by facility at end of week. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher. The California Child Passenger Safety Law was posted by the entrance of the facility. The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. The playground was enclosed by a fence at least four feet in height. The surface of the outdoor activity space was well maintained and free of hazards. Continued on Page 2

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Thuy Ho	TELEPHONE: (714) 287-8515
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tina Nguyen	TELEPHONE: (714) 292-2922
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/14/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/14/2022

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, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868

FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 304270386
	VISIT DATE: 06/14/2022

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Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by sport bottles with the child’s name on it or by water pitcher. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair and free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. The facility grounds were safe, sanitary and in good repair.

Six staff files were reviewed. Health screening and immunization as required were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a childcare if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for staff were reviewed and within compliance. At least one staff member present possesses current CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 09/07/2023. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporting training, and to renew the training every two years.

Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. A random sample of 6 children's files were reviewed for documentation of the child’s name, address, and telephone number of the child’s authorized representative and of relatives or others that can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary (LIC 700) and a medical assessment.

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
The director was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.cdss.ca.gov. Director may request to be added to an email list to receive a Quarterly Update by contacting the Child Care Advocate at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov or at www.cdss.ca.gov
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Thuy Ho	TELEPHONE: (714) 287-8515
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tina Nguyen	TELEPHONE: (714) 292-2922
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/14/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/14/2022

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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
CCLD Regional Office, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868

FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 304270386
	VISIT DATE: 06/14/2022

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LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian

Information on the additional nutrition training, immunization requirements for children, and Health Schools Act (http://www.cdpr.ca.gov/docs/pestmgt/schoolipm.htm) were provided. The director was informed, and website given, about the California Child Care Disaster Plan has been posted to the UCSF California Childcare Health Program website: cchp.ucsf.edu/content/disaster-preparedness Also provided was information about the E-Learning Modules available at https://ccld.childcarevideos.org A copy of the California Department of Social Services Lead Information Brochure was explained and provided to the facility representative.

Updated face covering guidance was provided and facility representative was to continue to message the “Three W’s”: Wash your hands. Watch your physical distance. Wear a mask. This face
covering guidance is for all individuals 2 years and older, except for the exceptions (child’s development, medical exemptions, etc.) that are outlined by CDPH.

Important COVID-19 resources and links were provided. COVID-19 Update Guidance Childcare Programs/Providers link: https://files.covid19.ca.gov/pdf/guidance-childcare.pdf. CCLD COVID-19 Licensed childcare and facilities and provider FAQs link:https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/child-care-licensing/covid-19-child-care-resources/faqs-for-licensed-child-care-facilities-and-providers
Safe, free, and effective COVID-19 vaccines are now available to everyone age 16 and up. Every Californian can sign up at myturn.ca.gov or call (833) 422-4255 to get their COVID-19 vaccine appointment.

In the areas that were evaluated, no deficiencies were observed of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 at the time of the visit.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Thuy Ho	TELEPHONE: (714) 287-8515
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tina Nguyen	TELEPHONE: (714) 292-2922
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/14/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/14/2022

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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
CCLD Regional Office, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868

FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 304270386
	VISIT DATE: 06/14/2022

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Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with facility director. Appeal Rights were explained. The facility representative was provided a copy of appeal rights (LIC 9058 01/16) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. First level appeals should be sent to the Regional Manager to the address listed above. The Notice of Site Visit was posted and discussed as required by H&S Code Sec. 1596.817. Notice of Site Visit must be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to post will result in civil penalties of $100.00. The Notice of Site Visit must be posted on or adjacent to the door.

Documents/Information to be updated and returned to the Licensing Office.
- Personnel Report (LIC 500)
- Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610)
- Designation of Administrative Responsibility (LIC 308)
- Administrative Organization (LIC 309)
- Fire Drill Log

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.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Thuy Ho	TELEPHONE: (714) 287-8515
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tina Nguyen	TELEPHONE: (714) 292-2922
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/14/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/14/2022

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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