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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 330900545
Report Date: 01/09/2024
Date Signed: 01/09/2024 12:43:29 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, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501



FACILITY NAME:KIDDIE KOLLEGEFACILITY NUMBER:
330900545
ADMINISTRATOR:SANDERS SANDRAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:490 COMPADRE ROADTELEPHONE:
(760) 327-3767
CITY:PALM SPRINGSSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92262
CAPACITY:66CENSUS: 26DATE:
01/09/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:50 AM
MET WITH:Kathy DorferTIME COMPLETED:
01:00 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Samuel Lopez conducted a required/annual inspection as part of a compliance review. A tour of the inside and outside of the facility was granted and the following was observed and/or noted:

A review of staff and children's records were conducted as part of this evaluation.
· The licensee/director is asked to update the following documents, if applicable, and submit to licensing within 30 days:
1. LIC 500 Personnel Report
2. LIC 610 Emergency & Disaster Plan
3. Parent Handbook/ Program Curriculum/Admission policies and procedures/ fee schedule (only if changes have been made)
4. LIC 309 Administrative Organization (only if changes have been made)
5. LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility (only if changes have been made)
· The following items have been posted and are updated where necessary:
- License
- Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610) and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC9148)
- Parent’s Rights Poster (PUB393)
- Personal Rights (LIC613A)
- Child Car Seat Law
- Menu
· The facility is operating with the limits as stated on the license.
· Ratios are being met during this inspection
· Classrooms are adequately equipped with age and size appropriate furniture and equipment and free of hazards.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Aaron RossTELEPHONE: (951) 320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Samuel LopezTELEPHONE: (951) 897-2482
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/09/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/09/2024
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
CCLD Regional Office, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: KIDDIE KOLLEGE
FACILITY NUMBER: 330900545
VISIT DATE: 01/09/2024
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· There are no weapons present at the facility as stated by Kathy Dorfer
· There are no accessible bodies of water present. All wading pools or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position.
· Present for supply drinking water in the indoor activity space are water fountains
· Medications are currently not being dispensed
· Hazards are stored where inaccessible to children which include: Disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other items that are dangerous
· Poisons and toxins are locked
· All floors shall be clean and safe
· Bathrooms were observed to be safe, sanitary and in operating condition
· Playgrounds are enclosed by appropriate fences and free of hazards
· Outdoor activity areas are supplied with age and size appropriate equipment in good condition
· Food is stored appropriately and protected from contamination (only snacks are provided)
· All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair
· Menus shall be posted at least one week in advance in a place visible by the child’s authorized representative, dated and kept on file for 30 days, and made available upon request.
· Uncontaminated drinking water shall be readily available both indoors and outdoors and provided by the indoor water fountains and individual water bottles
· The areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with sand which can absorb a fall
· Sign in/Sign out record was reviewed and meets regulation requirements
· A Staff member is present with current Pediatric CPR/First Aid which expires on 4/2/2024 (not EMSA certified)
· Opening and closing staff member’s CPR/First Aid expires on 4/2/2024 (not EMSA certified)
· Staff completed Health and Safety Training - 9/23/2021
· A review of children’s records was conducted, and records were found to be complete during this inspection.
· Disaster drills to be conducted every six months – last drill conducted on 12/6/2023
· The Licensee was informed of their reporting requirements and is provided with the Regional Office’s Unusual Incident Reporting email mailbox: UnusualIncidentReportsDO09@dss.ca.gov
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Aaron RossTELEPHONE: (951) 320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Samuel LopezTELEPHONE: (951) 897-2482
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/09/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/09/2024
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: KIDDIE KOLLEGE
FACILITY NUMBER: 330900545
VISIT DATE: 01/09/2024
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· A review of staff records on 1/9/2024 indicates that NOT all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions.
· The Licensee can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov
· A review of staff records indicates that all staff present meet minimum qualifications for the position for which they were hired.

LPA discussed AB 2370 and provided a copy of PIN 21-21.1-CCP which explains the requirement for lead testing of water. All licensed Child Care Centers operating in buildings constructed before January 1, 2010, shall test their water for lead.
For more information visit:
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information

LPA also informed Director Sandra Sanders 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)/ (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

- Director Sandra Sanders 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.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Aaron RossTELEPHONE: (951) 320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Samuel LopezTELEPHONE: (951) 897-2482
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/09/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/09/2024
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: KIDDIE KOLLEGE
FACILITY NUMBER: 330900545
VISIT DATE: 01/09/2024
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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 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.

- To access on-line Licensing forms & Regulations for a Child Care Center please visit: www.ccld.ca.gov.

- The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday – Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at:


1-844-LET-US-NO (1-844-538-8766) and/or 951-782-4200

A Civil Penalty has been assessed during this inspection. Payment is due when billed and the check(s) or money orders shall be made payable to the “California Department of Social Services”. YOU WILL RECEIVE AN INVOICE IN THE MAIL. DO NOT SEND MONEY UNTIL YOU RECEIVE YOUR INVOICE. DO NOT SEND CASH.

See LIC809-D for cited deficiencies.

LPA Samuel Lopez informed Director Kathy Dorfer that this report dated January 9, 2024 document(s) (1) Type A citation(s) which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is/are immediate risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

Also, LPA Samuel Lopez informed the Director Kathy Dorfer to provide a copy of this licensing report dated January 9, 2024 that documents any Type A citation(s) to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification.



Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Sandra Sanders.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Aaron RossTELEPHONE: (951) 320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Samuel LopezTELEPHONE: (951) 897-2482
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/09/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/09/2024
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501


FACILITY NAME: KIDDIE KOLLEGE
FACILITY NUMBER: 330900545

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 01/09/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type A
Section Cited
CCR
101170(e)
Criminal Record Clearance
(e) All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 shall prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility:

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Staff/Teacher Jenifer Barrios, was observed providing care and supervision to children however, based in record review, Criminal Record Clearance has not been associated to the facility. This poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. $500.00 civil penalty is being accessed with this citation.
POC Due Date: 01/10/2024
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Director agrees to submit transfer (LIC 9182) documentation to assure association of staff, prior to staff returning to the facility. Documentation to be submitted to the Riverside Child Care Regional Office by 1/10/2024.
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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: Aaron RossTELEPHONE: (951) 320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Samuel LopezTELEPHONE: (951) 897-2482
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/09/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/09/2024
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501


FACILITY NAME: KIDDIE KOLLEGE
FACILITY NUMBER: 330900545

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 01/09/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
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Lead Testing
(1) A licensed child day care center, as defined in Section 1596.76, that is located in a building that was constructed before January 1, 2010, shall have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023, and every five years after the date of the initial test.

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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. The facility has yet to have there drinking water tested. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/19/2024
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Director agrees to submit documentation regarding the scheduled water testing. According the Director, testing is scheduled for 1/11/2024.
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Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training.

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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Staff completed the general portion and/or the portion for School Personnel, and not the training that complies with AB1207. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/19/2024
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Director agrees to submit the certificates of proof of completion for the AB1207 Mandated Reporter Training for staff. Copies to be submitted to the Riverside Child Care Regional by 1/19/2024.
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: Aaron RossTELEPHONE: (951) 320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Samuel LopezTELEPHONE: (951) 897-2482
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/09/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/09/2024
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501


FACILITY NAME: KIDDIE KOLLEGE
FACILITY NUMBER: 330900545

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 01/09/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
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Personnel Requirements
(f) At least one staff member who is trained in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first aid pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866 shall be present when children are at the child care center or offsite for center activities.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. All CPR/1st aid cards/certificates reviewed were not EMSA certified. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/19/2024
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Director agrees to submit proof of enrollment to EMSA approved courses. Proof to be submitted to the Riverside Child Care Regional Office by 1/19/2024.
Type B
Section Cited
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Personal Rights
(1) The center shall give each authorized representative a copy of the Personal Rights form (LIC 613A [9/96]).

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. In reviewing children files, Child #5, did not have the required LIC 613A form completed. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/19/2024
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Director agrees to have parents complete the required form(s). Copy of the completed form(s) to be submitted to the Riverside Child Care Regional Office by 1/19/2024.
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: Aaron RossTELEPHONE: (951) 320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Samuel LopezTELEPHONE: (951) 897-2482
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/09/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/09/2024
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