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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Odom conducted an unannounced Case Management visit. LPA Odom met with Director Kathleen Hale, took a tour of the facility and took census, LPA observed 4 staff members and 20 preschool age children. LPA discussed the Lead Sampling Testing conducted on 11/12/22 with Director. LPA Odom ensured the Lead Sample Report is posted. Licensee was advised on 12/12/22 the Lead Sample Report was to be posted; LPA confirmed the Licensee posted the Sample Report.
Director stated the outlets with high levels of Lead are inoperable. Outlet A is a drinking fountain in the Practical Life Room that will be remediated, the drinking fountain was closed off with a blue plastic cover and a sign that says, “Out of Service”. Director stated they plan to remediate the outlet, the drinking fountain was ordered on 12/11/22, and director will schedule to retest the outlet. Source of drinking water is children’s water bottles brought from home and refilled by staff using water jugs with cups.
Based on LPAs record reviews the following violation was observed and is being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, Section 101700.3 California Lead Action Level at Child Care Centers is being cited on the attached LIC 809D.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Kathleen Hale. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
Appeal Rights were explained. The Licensee was provided a copy of appeal rights (LIC 9058 01/16) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. First level appeals should be sent to the regional manager to the address listed above. |