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13 | On 11/5/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Priscilla Zamudio conducted a complaint inspection at the facility for the purpose of delivering the findings to the above listed allegations. LPA met with Assistant Director, Carol Gallegos Gonzalez, toured the facility and took a census.
During the course of the investigation, LPA Zamudio conducted interviews with the reporting party, staff and parents. Interviews and LPA observations reflect children were in a chaotic environment, climbing on tables and unanchored play furniture, multiple times. It was also revealed that the classroom was messy and unorganized with blankets and other items on the floor.
Based upon the information gathered and interviews conducted, this agency determined that the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegations are found to be SUBSTANTIATED.
Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, deficiencies will be cited (see 9099-D). Exit interview conducted with the Assistant Director, Carol Gallegos Gonzalez.
A copy of this report and Appeal Rights were provided and discussed. A Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) form will be posted on the facility's parent's board and must remain posted for 30 days.
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Section Cited
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7 | Personal Rights- (a)The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights: (2). To be accorded safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations, furnishings, and equipment to meet his/her needs.
This requirement has not been met as evidenced by:
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7 | 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.
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13 | On 11/5/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Priscilla Zamudio arrived at the facility to conduct an unannounced complaint inspection. The purpose of the inspection was to deliver investigation finding for the above allegation. LPA met with Assistant Director, Carol Gallegos-Gonzalez and a census was taken.
During the course of this investigation, facility observations were completed, and interviews were conducted with reporting party, staff and parents of children in care.
Due to inconsistent statements obtained, the information did not corroborate the allegations. Although the allegations may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur, therefore the allegations are UNSUBSTANTIATED.
Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, no deficiency was cited during today's inspection.
An exit interview was conducted with Assistant Director, Carol Gallegos-Gonzalez.
A copy of this report and Appeal Rights were provided and discussed. A Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) form will be posted on the facility's parent's board and must remain posted for 30 days.
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