426211780-1-7-2025-17-CC-EGEE-DCPUHR-20250107143621

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 426211780
Report Date: 01/07/2025
Date Signed: 01/07/2025 02:37:18 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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117

FACILITY NAME:	SBCEO - EARLY STEPS TO LEARNING		FACILITY NUMBER:	426211780
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	JANELLE WILLIS		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	320 NORTH J STREET 14		TELEPHONE:	(805) 742-2575
CITY:	LOMPOC	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	93436
CAPACITY: 30	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 30	CENSUS: 16	DATE:	01/07/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	11:06 AM
MET WITH:	Marisol Cortez		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	02:45 PM

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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 January 7, 2025, at 11:06 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elizabeth George conducted an unannounced 3 Year Required inspection of the above-mentioned Child Care Center (CCC). LPA met with Marisol Cortez, Interim Site Supervisor, and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPA, in the company of the Site Supervisor toured the interior and exterior of the CCC. The CCC consist of a single classroom and an outdoor play area on the grounds the Lompoc Community Center. During the inspection, LPA observed 16 children in care, along with 4 staff providing supervision. The classroom used for child care is clean and organized. The CCC has cubbies for each child in care near the entry and age appropriate furnishings, toys and equipment throughout. The CCC has an operable refrigerator in the kitchen area which is inaccessible to children in care. The refrigerator contains food items which are labeled and dated. The CCC provides snacks and lunches to children in care. LPA observed water fountains in the interior and exterior of the CCC. Site Supervisor stated that LEAD testing has been completed. LPA observed required documents to be posted in the exterior wall at the CCC. The facility uses an electronic application to sign children in and out of the CCC. LPA reviewed Sign In/Out information and notes 1 out of 16 children was not properly signed in. LPA observed a carbon monoxide detector which was tested and found to be operable at 11:22 AM. LPA notates a smoke alarm is present in the CCC. Disinfectants and cleaning solutions are stored in the CCC's supply closet which is inaccessible to children in care. Sharps are out of reach of children in care. The restroom of the CCC is observed to be clean and void of toxins. LPA observed waste receptacles to have tight fitting lids. 809-C continued on Page 2

SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Tolentino
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Elizabeth George
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/07/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/07/2025

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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Created By: Elizabeth George On 01/07/2025 at 01:29 PM

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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
, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117

FACILITY NAME: SBCEO - EARLY STEPS TO LEARNING	FACILITY NUMBER: 426211780
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 01/07/2025

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. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 5 staff have not completed the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter training which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 01/31/2025
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	SIte Supervisor to email completed certificates for staff that have not completed AB1207 by email to elizabeth.george@dss.ca.gov.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4
	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:

Ana Tolentino

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Elizabeth George

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/07/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/07/2025

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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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117

FACILITY NAME: SBCEO - EARLY STEPS TO LEARNING	FACILITY NUMBER: 426211780
	VISIT DATE: 01/07/2025

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The outdoor playground area is enclosed by chain linked fencing and the entry/exit gates are secured. Furnishings, toys and equipment in the outdoor area are age appropriate. LPA observed two locked sheds in the outdoor play area which contain supplies and equipment. The play structures in the outdoor play area have adequate cushioning materials (i.e. wood chips) to absorb falls. Shade is provided by trees and building overhangs. Site Supervisor was reminded to remove play equipment from yard. No bodies of water were observed on site.

Staff and children records were reviewed. The children’s records were complete and found to contain emergency contact information as well as immunization records. Staff records were reviewed and contained current pediatric CPR and First Aid certifications. Two of five staff files reviewed were not current with AB1207 Mandated Reporter training. Site Supervisor was reminded to keep training certifications current and updated prior to expirations. Staff files were missing multiple required documents. Site supervisor informed LPA that more files are kept at the office which is located off site. LPA informed site supervisor that all documents should be available for review during an inspection. Site Supervisor notes no firearm or ammunition is stored on site. LPA reviewed the fire and disaster drill and notes the last drill occurred on 12/18/24.

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

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Tolentino
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Elizabeth George
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/07/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/07/2025

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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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117

FACILITY NAME: SBCEO - EARLY STEPS TO LEARNING	FACILITY NUMBER: 426211780
	VISIT DATE: 01/07/2025

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LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with site supervisor 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 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.

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/.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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/inspection-process.

Site supervisor 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.

During todays inspection one Type B and Technical violations are being cited under Title 22 Division 12 and HSC.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Site Supervisor Marisol Cortez.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Tolentino
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Elizabeth George
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/07/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/07/2025

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