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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 376105019
Report Date: 01/19/2023
Date Signed: 01/19/2023 05:38:15 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, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME:EXPLORING CENTER, THEFACILITY NUMBER:
376105019
ADMINISTRATOR:BARBARA FINNEYFACILITY TYPE:
840
ADDRESS:10850 MONTONGO STREETTELEPHONE:
(858) 705-8394
CITY:SAN DIEGOSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92126
CAPACITY: 48TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 48CENSUS: 46DATE:
01/19/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
04:01 PM
MET WITH:Barbara FinneyTIME COMPLETED:
06:10 PM
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On 1/19/2023 @ 4:01PM, LPA Nancy Diaz conducted an unannounced inspection. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted facility entry by Barbara Finney, Site Director. LPA toured the facility. Observed present today were a total 46 school-age children in Rooms B2 & B3 with staff Alyssa Fuentebella, Danielene Llaban, Loann Relucio and Alex Webber. Program operates Monday-Friday 6:30AM - 8:00AM/ 2:00-6:00PM except Thursday 12:15pm-6:00PM..
A review of staff records on this date indicates that one staff fingerprint clearance is not associated to the facility. The licensee has not exceeded the conditions, limitations and capacity specified on the license. Site Director and several staff trained in CPR & First Aid were preent today.

Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are inaccessible. Medications are kept in a safe place, inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. All toilets, handwashing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. All floors are clean and safe. The child care center was observed to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. Facility maintains a carbon monoxide detector that meet the standards established in Chapter 8 of Part 2 of Division 12.

Playground equipment was observed to be in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space are maintained in safe condition and free of hazards. The areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment was cushioned with material that absorbs a fall.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Tashima Daniel
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nancy Diaz
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/19/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/19/2023
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, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: EXPLORING CENTER, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 376105019
VISIT DATE: 01/19/2023
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Children were observed to be under the supervision of qualified staff. Facility was observed to be within ratio. An isolation area has been designated for children who becomes ill during the day.

Children’s records were reviewed today. All required forms were on file. Menus are posted in a place visible by the child’s authorized representative. Child’s record also contain a medical assessment.

Staff records reviewed today contain a health screening as required by the regulation.
Two staff have expired mandated reporter training certificate. This training shall be renewed every two years. All staff have immunization record indicating that they have been immunized against influenza, pertussis and measles.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. 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

Licensee 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.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Tashima Daniel
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nancy Diaz
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/19/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/19/2023
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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, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: EXPLORING CENTER, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 376105019
VISIT DATE: 01/19/2023
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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.



TYPE A AND B DEFICIENCIES WERE CITED TODAY.

Type A deficiency if not corrected poses an immediate risk to the health, safety or personal rights of children in care.

Type B deficiency if not corrected poses a potential risk to the health, safety or personal rights of children in care.

Upon receipt, licensee shall post and provide copies of this licensing report to parents/guardians of children in care at the facility and to parents/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with facility representative, Barbara Finney, Site Director. A copy of this report, along with Appeal Rights (LIC9058), were provided. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. LPA observed that the notice of site visit was posted during the inspection. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Tashima Daniel
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nancy Diaz
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/19/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/19/2023
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Created By: Nancy Diaz On 01/19/2023 at 04:57 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
, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: EXPLORING CENTER, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 376105019

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 01/19/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type A
Section Cited
CCR
101170(e)(2)
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: (2) Request a transfer of a criminal record clearance as specified in Section 101170(f) or

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Mrs. Finney failed to submit a request to associate staff Loann Relucio (Employed on 8/30/2021) to the facility. This poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/19/2023
Plan of Correction
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CORRECTED TODAY. Mrs. Finney submitted form LIC 9182 with photo ID via fax to (619) 767-2203.
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:Tashima Daniel
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Nancy Diaz
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/19/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/19/2023


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Created By: Nancy Diaz On 01/19/2023 at 04:57 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
, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: EXPLORING CENTER, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 376105019

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 01/19/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.8662(b)(1)
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. Two staff have expired Mandated Reporter Training certificate. This poses/ a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/26/2023
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Staff Alyssa Fuentebella & Danielene Llaban have expired Mandated Reporter Trng. Certificate. Both staff will complete the training and submit proof of course completion to the department no later than 1/26/2023.
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Section Cited
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101226(e)(2)
Health-Related Services
(2) All prescription and nonprescription medications shall be maintained with the child's name and shall be dated.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed 6 Benadryl tablets in blister packs and not in their original box without child's name. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/19/2023
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CORRECTED TODAY. Staff removed the Benadryll tablets and discard them. Staff did not have information as to who the medications belong to. Mrs. Finney will remind parents to make sure that all medications are provided in their original packaging with child's names.
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:Tashima Daniel
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Nancy Diaz
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/19/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/19/2023


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