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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 434408035
Report Date: 10/06/2023
Date Signed: 10/06/2023 05:22:56 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, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME:AMES CHILD CARE CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
434408035
ADMINISTRATOR:LAM, HENRYFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:BLDG 270 R.T. JONES ROADTELEPHONE:
(650) 604-5100
CITY:MOFFETT FIELDSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94035
CAPACITY: 75TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 49CENSUS: 36DATE:
10/06/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
08:04 AM
MET WITH:Henry LamTIME COMPLETED:
05:16 PM
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On 10/6/2023 at 8:04am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Morgan Pringle met with Director Henry Lam, for an Unannounced Required 1-Year Inspection. The facility is located on the AMES NASA Research Center Campus in building N-270. During the inspection there were thirty-six (36) preschool age children and ten (10) additional staff present. Four (4) classrooms, (Apollo, Vanguard, Explorer, and Gemini) were toured for a health and safety inspection. The facility operates 7:00am – 6:00pm, Monday – Friday. The facility is dual licensed and holds an infant license as well (Facility # 434408036).

The facility has ample age-appropriate materials in the classrooms that were observed to be clean and in good condition. All toxins, cleaning products, children’s medication, and hazardous materials were observed to be in inaccessible areas. The children’s bathrooms were observed to be clean, well maintained, free of defects with ample number of sinks and toilets that are in proper working order. The diapering areas were observed to be clean, properly cushioned, and free from any defects. The facility uses child sized mats for sleeping and all children bring their own napping materials. All equipment used for napping was observed to be clean, free from defects and properly stored. There are multiple fully charged fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide detectors, and smoke detectors on site. Facility does not transport children.

All food prep areas were observed to be clean and free from defects. The facility is a part of CACFP (California Child Food Program). The facility provides food for the children. Children also can bring their own food from home. All food that is brought from the children’s home was observed to be properly labeled and stored. All children bring their own water bottles and have access to clean drinking water on site as well.


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SUPERVISORS NAME: Jason Jang
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Morgan Pringle
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 10/06/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 10/06/2023
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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Created By: Morgan Pringle On 10/06/2023 at 03:47 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
, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612

FACILITY NAME: AMES CHILD CARE CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 434408035

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 10/06/2023

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:
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Based on record review and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/12/2023
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Director will ensure that the facility has completed the requirements for Lead Testing. If testing has been done, results will be sent to LPA Pringle. If the facility has not completed the testing, facility will make sure to test all consumable water sources. Once the testing is complete, Director will send LPA Pringle testing results.
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:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/12/2023
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4 of 5 files reviewed showed all staff files were missing Mandated Reporter training certificates. Director will ensure that all staff have a current Mandated Reporter certificate. All staff will complete training by POC date and Director will send LPA Pringle all certificates as proof of correction.
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:Jason Jang
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Morgan Pringle
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/06/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/06/2023


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Created By: Morgan Pringle On 10/06/2023 at 03:47 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
, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612

FACILITY NAME: AMES CHILD CARE CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 434408035

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 10/06/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101215.1(m)
Child Care Center Director Qualifications and Duties
(m) A child care center director shall complete 16 hours of health and safety training if necessary pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/12/2023
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Director will submit Preventative Health and Safety training certificate to LPA by POC date. If training has not been taken Director will register for a training course and submit proof of registration to LPA by POC date.
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101216(f)
Personnel Requirements
(f) At least one staff member who is trained in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first aid pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866 shall be present when children are at the child care center or offsite for center activities.

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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/12/2023
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5 of 5 files reviewed showed all staff files were missing EMSA apporved Pediatric CPR & First Aid training certificates. Director will ensure that all staff that are required to have the training submit training certificates to LPA by POC date. If certificates cannot be submitted Director and staff will register for training and proof of registration will be submitted to LPA by POC date.
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:Jason Jang
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Morgan Pringle
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/06/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/06/2023


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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, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: AMES CHILD CARE CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 434408035
VISIT DATE: 10/06/2023
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The two (2) outside play yards are fully fenced, clean, and free from hazards with ample amounts of shade for the children. There are locked storage sheds in the yards. The play structures are anchored into the ground with ample cushion for safety. There are sandboxes that were observed to be clean and free from hazards. LPA did not observe any harmful or unattended bodies of water in or around the facility.

LPA toured the facility kitchen. All food stored in the kitchen was properly stored and maintained. The kitchen was observed to be clean and free from defects. All cleaning products were stored separately from food.

The facility is operating within its licensed capacity and is in ratio today. All staff working have obtained a criminal record clearance, exemption, or transfer. The fire/disaster drill log is complete with the last drill logged on 9/21/2023. A physical census of the children was taken and cross referenced with the electronic sign-in and out log. All children were properly signed in by their parent or authorized representative. All required postings posted and made visible in the office. LPA obtained a sample of the children’s files, the staff files, and the facility files. Through record review it was found that 4 of 5 staff files reviewed had missing Mandated Reporter certificate, staff were missing CPR & First aid certificates and Health & Safety training.

Deficiencies Cited
  • Facility has not completed required Lead Testing
  • 4 of 5 staff missing Mandated Reporter training
  • Staff missing Pediatric Health and Safety training
  • Staff members missing CPR & First Aid training

Director was reminded that EMSA approved Pediatric CPR & First Aid training must be completed every two (2) years. Mandated Reporter Training ("Child Care Providers") is required for all staff and is to be renewed every 2 years by visiting https://mandatedreporterca.com/. Personnel and facility roster must be properly maintained, and fire/disaster drills must be conducted at least every six (6) months and documented. Licensee was reminded that California law requires facilities to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to children in care, to the child's parents, and to the Department within 24 hours by phone. Within seven (7) days from the incident, facilities must submit the Unusual Incident/Injury form (LIC 624) to the Department. LPA informed Director that all forms can be downloaded at www.ccld.ca.gov. Page 2 of 4
SUPERVISORS NAME: Jason Jang
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Morgan Pringle
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/06/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/06/2023
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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, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: AMES CHILD CARE CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 434408035
VISIT DATE: 10/06/2023
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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. LPA referred licensee [or facility representative] to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.

CCC DID NOT COMPLETE TESTING PRIOR TO THEIR DEADLINE

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Licensee 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 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.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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 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.


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SUPERVISORS NAME: Jason Jang
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Morgan Pringle
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/06/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/06/2023
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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, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: AMES CHILD CARE CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 434408035
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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.

Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms.

To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

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.

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

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Henry Lam.








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SUPERVISORS NAME: Jason Jang
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Morgan Pringle
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/06/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/06/2023
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