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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 343623834
Report Date: 02/23/2024
Date Signed: 02/23/2024 02:13:27 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 02/23/2024 02:13 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
SACRAMENTO CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827

FACILITY NAME:	HODGE LEARNING CENTER		FACILITY NUMBER:	343623834
ADMINISTRATOR:	JEN, DEBBIE		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	7248 MURIETA DRIVE SUITE B-8		TELEPHONE:	(618) 663-0574
CITY:	RANCHO MURIETA	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	95683
CAPACITY: 35	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 35	CENSUS: 10	DATE:	02/23/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	11:30 AM
MET WITH:	Debbie Jen		TIME COMPLETED:	02:30 PM

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On Friday, February 23, 2024, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Amanda Sutter and Fabian Schwartz met Director Debbie Jen for the purpose of an unannounced required annual inspection. LPA observed 10 children supervised by two staff. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. The facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

LPAs toured classroom space, kitchen, restroom, and outdoor play area. LPAs observed the following documents are posted: License, Parents' Rights Poster, Child personal Rights, Seat Belt Law, Menu, Daily Schedule, Shared Outdoor Space Waiver, and Emergency Disaster Plan. Cleaning disinfectants are appropriately stored and inaccessible to children. During the children's nap time, LPAs observed a knife in the kitchen dishwasher, which was accessible to children. Director stated there are no poisons or firearms on the premises. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, and toileting facilities are in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. The provides lunch and two snacks.

LPA observed trash bins with tight fitted lids. The facility uses paper sign in and out system. Facility has record of conducting fire drills at least every six months. The last fire drill was conducted on January 31, 2024. LPAs observed a playground structure and a tricycle to be in disrepair with sharp parts. Director discarded broken structures while LPAs were present at the facility. LPA observed rubber mulch under the equipment to provide sufficient cushioning. There are sufficient equipment and toys, and shaded areas are supplied by awnings. Drinking water is readily available to children both indoors and outdoors. Director stated that children bring their own water bottles, which they fill using the kitchen sink tap.

Two staff and five children's records were reviewed. Children’s files were observed to be complete. LPAs did not observe staff health screening reports in either of the files reviewed. There is at least one staff member present with a current CPR certificate.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Seychelle De Luca
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Amanda Sutter
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/23/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/23/2024

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
SACRAMENTO CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827

FACILITY NAME: HODGE LEARNING CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 343623834
	VISIT DATE: 02/23/2024

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Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test.

For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP).

LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative 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 director 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) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

Facility representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Seychelle De Luca
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Amanda Sutter
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/23/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/23/2024

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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
SACRAMENTO CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827

FACILITY NAME: HODGE LEARNING CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 343623834
	VISIT DATE: 02/23/2024

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Facility representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Based on the inspection, two Type B citations have been issued. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Debbie Jen. Appeal Rights were provided.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Seychelle De Luca
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Amanda Sutter
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/23/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/23/2024

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Document Has Been Signed on 02/23/2024 02:13 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

Created By: Amanda Sutter On 02/23/2024 at 01:38 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
, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827

FACILITY NAME: HODGE LEARNING CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 343623834
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 02/23/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101238(a)

Buildings and Grounds

(a) The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	LPAs observed a knife in the kitchen dishwasher, which was accessible to children. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 03/08/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	DIrector will submit photos showing that the kitchen is inaccessible to children.

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101216(l)(1)(B)

Personnel Requirements

(B) A copy of the signed LIC 9052 (11/94) shall be kept in the employee's personnel record. 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 in 2 out of 2 files reviewed, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 03/08/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Director will submit proof of health screenings to LPA by date listed above.

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:

Seychelle De Luca

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Amanda Sutter

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/23/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/23/2024

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