384000667-11-3-2023-05-CC-WLYY-CX8UR2-20231103154759

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 384000667
Report Date: 11/03/2023
Date Signed: 11/03/2023 03:48:17 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 11/03/2023 03:48 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
SAN BRUNO CHILD CARE, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066

FACILITY NAME:	MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF THE BAY AREA INC. - INFANT		FACILITY NUMBER:	384000667
ADMINISTRATOR:	DAVID THATHIAH		FACILITY TYPE:	830
ADDRESS:	1550 EDDY STREET		TELEPHONE:	(415) 292-7970
CITY:	SAN FRANCISCO	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	94115
CAPACITY: 18	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 18	CENSUS: 11	DATE:	11/03/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	08:45 AM
MET WITH:	Vasi Thathiah		TIME COMPLETED:	11:00 AM

NARRATIVE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	On November 03, 2023 at approximately 8:40am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ly conducted an Unannounced Required Visit at and met with Site Director, Vasi Thathiah during the visit. The purpose of the inspection was explained. There were 5 staff caring for 7 infants and 4 toddlers during the visit. Staff to child ratio is met today. The facility has smoke detectors and a carbon monoxide (CO) detector and fully charged fire extinguishers that meet the minimum requirements. There are no bodies of water on the premises. All cleaning supplies and toxins were locked or inaccessible to the children. All solid waste storage bins are secured with tight fitting lids. There is a variety of age appropriate toys and materials, including cribs. Napping equipment used in the center meets regulation requirements. LPA did not observe any baby walkers present in the center. Changing tables are within arms reach of a sink. Parents provide all diapers/milk/formula and food. All bottles were labeled with the child's name and date. Parents wash/sterilize the bottles at home at the end of each day. LPA and Site Director also toured the outdoor play area for Health and Safety Hazards. LPA observed outdoor equipment is in good condition, free from loose, sharp or pointed parts. Outdoor equipment appears to be age appropriate for children in care. Last Emergency Drill was conducted on October 19, 2023 and properly logged. During today's visit, a random sample of children's files were reviewed and found to have emergency identification information and medical assessments. In the children’s files, all have current immunization and a copy of Parent's Rights. In the staff files reviewed, all have the verification of meeting the educational requirements; verification of the required staff immunization, or proof of immunity, and staff have the required mandated child abuse reporting training as compliant with AB1207. At least one staff have current Pediatric First Aid and CPR. Facility has posted all the required licensing forms in a prominent accessible location. CONTINUED>>> Page 2...

SUPERVISORS NAME: Garfield Leung
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Winnie Ly
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/03/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/03/2023

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
SAN BRUNO CHILD CARE, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066

FACILITY NAME: MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF THE BAY AREA INC. - INFANT	FACILITY NUMBER: 384000667
	VISIT DATE: 11/03/2023

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Director 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.

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 confirmed with Director that facility has not test their water for lead. Facilty did not complete test before January 1, 2023 per Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care. Type B deficency is cited on this day in accordance with the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, see LIC 809D.

LPA referred Director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.

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/.

Director 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.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Garfield Leung
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Winnie Ly
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/03/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/03/2023

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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
SAN BRUNO CHILD CARE, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066

FACILITY NAME: MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF THE BAY AREA INC. - INFANT	FACILITY NUMBER: 384000667
	VISIT DATE: 11/03/2023

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Facility was also informed that as of September 1, 2016, a person may not be employed or volunteer at a child care facility unless he or she has been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or qualifies for an exemption pursuant to Health and Safety code 1596.7995 and 1597.662.

LPA discussed Child Abuse Mandated Training AB1207 with the Director. As of January 1, 2018 all staff will be required to complete Mandated Reporter Training every two years. The training can be obtained online at www.mandatedreporterca.com.

Pesticide regulations were discussed with the Director. In accordance with the Healthy Schools Act, California law requires that anyone using any pesticide must be trained every year in integrated pest management and the safe use of pesticides around children. The director was advised that a free one hour online course is available on the Department of Pesticide Regulation's Web site: www.cdpr.ca.gov/schoolipm/training. For questions, email ccipmlist@cdpr.ca.gov.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee Director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee [or facility representative] 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.

An exit interview was conducted and Plans of Corrections (POC) were developed and reviewed with Licensee. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and left with Director whose signature on this form confirm receipt of these reports. Notice of Site Visit was posted. Notice to remain posted for 30 days. For updates on Licensing information, go to CCL website: www.ccld.ca.gov. For Provider Information Notice: ccld.ca.gov/PG5098.htm

SUPERVISORS NAME: Garfield Leung
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Winnie Ly
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/03/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/03/2023

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Document Has Been Signed on 11/03/2023 03:48 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

Created By: Winnie Ly On 11/03/2023 at 09:58 AM

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
, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066

FACILITY NAME: MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF THE BAY AREA INC. - INFANT	FACILITY NUMBER: 384000667
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 11/03/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

HSC

1597.16(a)(1)

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. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 12/04/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Per Director, Lead testing has been scheduled for January 2024. LPA advised Director to reach out to LPA if more time needed to get lead testing done as the maximum POC for this deficiency can only be granted for a maximum of 1 month. Once testing is completed, Director will send complete testing results and required documentation to Licensing Office.

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:

Garfield Leung

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Winnie Ly

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/03/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/03/2023

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