313606222-1-27-2022-03-CC-JMCN-CB3T3P-20220127132240

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 313606222
Report Date: 01/27/2022
Date Signed: 01/27/2022 01:22:47 PM

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 2525 NATOMAS PARK DR. STE.250
SACRAMENTO, CA 95833

FACILITY NAME:	KNOWLEDGE BEGINNINGS - SANTA CLARA (INFANT)		FACILITY NUMBER:	313606222
ADMINISTRATOR:	PETTIGREW, AMBERLY		FACILITY TYPE:	830
ADDRESS:	1741 SANTA CLARA DRIVE		TELEPHONE:	(916) 784-3331
CITY:	ROSEVILLE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	95661
CAPACITY:	48	CENSUS: 8	DATE:	01/27/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	11:30 AM
MET WITH:	Carol Williams		TIME COMPLETED:	01:30 PM

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On January 27^th, 2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jeremey McClain met with Director Carol Williamsfor an unannounced required annual random inspection. LPA observed care and supervision of eight infants by two staff members.

LPA inspected all activity and classroom spaces, restrooms, food service, and outdoor play areas. Hazardous items are inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment are in operable and safe condition. Playground equipment and surfaces are free of loose or sharp parts, and adequate cushioning was observed in areas underneath climbing equipment. Toileting facilities are in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. The floors appeared clean throughout the facility. The food preparation space is free of litter and all food was protected against contamination. Storage containers with solid waste have tight-fitting covers in each classroom. LPA observed a functional carbon monoxide detector.

Infant changing tables have a padded surface that is washable and at least one-inch-thick, and the changing tables have raised sides that are at least three inches high. The floors appeared clean throughout the facility. LPA observed appropriate napping equipment for each infant in care. Cribs were equipped with appropriate fitting mattresses, tight fitting covers, and were free of loose articles and objects, including blankets and pillows. The food preparation space is free of litter and all food was protected against contamination. LPA observed feeding bottles with names and dates. Storage containers with solid waste have tight-fitting covers. Menus were posted and drinking water was readily available to children both indoors and outdoors. LPA observed full legal signatures while reviewing the sign in and sign out sheet.

LPA reviewed records for all present staff. At least one staff member present today has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification. All staff currently employed with the facility have: a criminal record clearance, a health screening report, immunization records, current AB1207 Mandated Reporter Training, and documentation of their educational background, training, and/or experience.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Keven Peters	TELEPHONE: (916) 263-5728
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jeremey McClain	TELEPHONE: (916) 216-7801
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/27/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/27/2022

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, 2525 NATOMAS PARK DR. STE.250
SACRAMENTO, CA 95833

FACILITY NAME: KNOWLEDGE BEGINNINGS - SANTA CLARA (INFANT)	FACILITY NUMBER: 313606222
	VISIT DATE: 01/27/2022

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Children records were reviewed. Each child's file contained a completed emergency contact form, immunization records, signed personal rights form, and a completed medical assessment. LPA observed Infant sleep plans (LIC 9227) for infants up to 12 months old, as well as Infant needs and services plan that were updated quarterly. LPA observed documented 15-minute sleep checks for all infants in care.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. The facility is not currently providing IMS. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/(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.

LPA informed the Director/Licensee/Site Supervisor about Assembly Bill 2370, which will require certain licensed Child Care Facilities to test their water for excessive amounts of lead. Testing will be required beginning January 1, 2020.

LPA encouraged the Director was encouraged to the visit the Department's website at WWW.CDSS.CA.GOV for information regarding childcare updates, forms, regulations and legislation pertaining childcare centers. LPA also encouraged the Director to sign up for the Child Care Advocates quarterly newsletter.

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.\

This report was reviewed with the Director and an exit interview was conducted.

No deficiencies were observed during today’s inspection.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Keven Peters	TELEPHONE: (916) 263-5728
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jeremey McClain	TELEPHONE: (916) 216-7801
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/27/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/27/2022

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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