313606222-1-26-2023-03-CC-JMCN-CNFRY4-20230126122544

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 313606222
Report Date: 01/26/2023
Date Signed: 01/26/2023 12:25:52 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 01/26/2023 12:25 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, 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	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 48	CENSUS: 23	DATE:	01/26/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	08:00 AM
MET WITH:	Carol Williams		TIME COMPLETED:	12:30 PM

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On January 26^th, 2023 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jeremey McClain met with Director Carol Williams for an unannounced required annual random inspection. LPA observed care and supervision six infants by two staff, seven infants by two staff, and 10 infants by three staff in separate classrooms. All individuals subject to criminal record review have obtained clearance.

Licensing Representative, Carol Williams, was reminded that all adults 18 and working in the facility, 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 licensed 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.

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. No children in care require medications. 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.

LPA observed documented 15-minute sleep checks. Infant bottles were labeled with the date and child’s name. LPA reminded Director of Infant sleep plans (LIC 9227) for infants up to 12 months old, LPA observed infant needs and services plan that were updated quarterly. (1/2)

SUPERVISORS NAME: Keven Peters
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jeremey McClain
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/26/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/26/2023

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

FACILITY NAME: KNOWLEDGE BEGINNINGS - SANTA CLARA (INFANT)	FACILITY NUMBER: 313606222
	VISIT DATE: 01/26/2023

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Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are provided by the facility. LPA observed posted menus showing planned meals at least one week in advance. Noncontaminated Drinking water is readily available to children both indoors and outdoors. Director stated that the facility’s drinking and cooking water sources tested for lead and levels were not exceeding 5.5 parts per billion. 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 which expires (09/2023). All staff currently employed with the facility have: a criminal record clearance, a health screening report, immunization records, and current AB1207 Mandated Reporter Training. Three 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.

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 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.

Deficiencies are documented on the 809-D page of this report. This report was reviewed with licensee, and an exit interview was conducted. A Notice of Site Visit was provided and should remain posted for 30 days.(2/2)

SUPERVISORS NAME: Keven Peters
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jeremey McClain
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/26/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/26/2023

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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Document Has Been Signed on 01/26/2023 12:25 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

Created By: Jeremey McClain On 01/26/2023 at 12:18 PM

Link to Parent Document Below:

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

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

FACILITY NAME: KNOWLEDGE BEGINNINGS - SANTA CLARA (INFANT)	FACILITY NUMBER: 313606222
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 01/26/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101416.2(c)(1)(A)

Infant Care Teacher Qualifications and Duties

(c) To be a fully qualified infant care teacher, a teacher shall have the following: (1) Completion, with passing grades, of 12 postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units in early childhood or child development education at an accredited or approved college or university. (A) At least three of the units required in (c)(1) above shall be related to the care of infants or shall contain instruction specific to infants. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as Staff #1,2,3 and 4 were not able to provide proof of the requirements stated above. Staff have completed or started the Teachstone certification, but have not obtained a CDA that is required, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 03/01/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Director will adjust schedule to have qualified infant teachers in the classroom at all times. Director will send proof of the schedule to LPA. Staff #1,2,3 and 4 will complete the training and/or CDA exam in order to be considered a fully qualified infant teacher. Staff may also have their current units transcribed at an accredited institution. Proof of CDA completion or course transcription will be sent to LPA by the POC due date: 03/01/2023.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
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	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME:

Keven Peters

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Jeremey McClain

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/26/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/26/2023

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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