304270386-7-5-2023-06-CC-CNGN-CTFUMJ-20230705154226

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 304270386
Report Date: 07/05/2023
Date Signed: 07/05/2023 03:43:49 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 07/05/2023 03:43 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
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: 40	DATE:	07/05/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	01:30 PM
MET WITH:	Director, Veronica Gonzalez		TIME COMPLETED:	04:00 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), Cindy Nguyen conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual Required. LPA and Director toured the facility inside and outside the floor and yard plan (LIC 999) were verified. Census was taken in individual classrooms. The overall census observed was 3 preschool staff and 40 napping preschool age children. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. Facility hours are 6:30a.m.- 6:30p.m., Monday through Friday. 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. 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. Food is prepared on site, breakfast, lunch and snacks are provided. Food prep areas were clean and sanitary. Food is properly stored. Menus were posted where they could be reviewed by parents. 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 water bottles with the child’s name on it. The children's bathrooms are clean and sanitary. Children nap on cots and bedding is stored individually and washed weekly. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher. Facility met all posting requirement. 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. (Page 1 of 4)

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Patricia Magana	TELEPHONE: (714) 743-5149
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cindy Nguyen	TELEPHONE: (714) 296-3608
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/05/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/05/2023

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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: 07/05/2023

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The surface of the outdoor activity space was well maintained and free of hazards. The cushioning material around the climbing equipment, swings and slides and other similar equipment appeared to be enough to absorbs falls. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by water bottles with the child’s name on it. 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.

Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date, 4 staff files were reviewed. Health screening and immunizations as required were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1596.7995 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a childcare center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for staff were reviewed. Two out of the four staff files reviewed for immunization missing part of the immunization. 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. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 07/07/2025.

Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. A random sample of 5 of 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, Immunization records, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment, Notification of Parent’s Rights (LIC995A), medical assessment and found to be in compliance. In the areas reviewed the children’s files were found to be in full compliance. Sign in/Sign out procedure was reviewed and meets regulation requirements. This facility utilizes an electronic sign in/out system. Each authorized representative utilizes their codes as a digital signature.

Director was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.ccld.ca.gov licensee 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.ccld.ca.gov

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Patricia Magana	TELEPHONE: (714) 743-5149
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cindy Nguyen	TELEPHONE: (714) 296-3608
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/05/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/05/2023

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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: 07/05/2023

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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 licensee 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.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee 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.

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

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.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Patricia Magana	TELEPHONE: (714) 743-5149
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cindy Nguyen	TELEPHONE: (714) 296-3608
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/05/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/05/2023

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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: 07/05/2023

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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.

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/inspection-process.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Veronica Gonzalez. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Appeal Rights and deficiencies were discussed. The facility representative was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058) 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.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Patricia Magana	TELEPHONE: (714) 743-5149
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cindy Nguyen	TELEPHONE: (714) 296-3608
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/05/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/05/2023

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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