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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191200966
Report Date: 08/13/2024
Date Signed: 08/13/2024 04:06:33 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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245



FACILITY NAME:BRIARWOOD PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTENFACILITY NUMBER:
191200966
ADMINISTRATOR:LAZERINE, RENEEFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:12150 RIVERSIDE DRIVETELEPHONE:
(818) 766-0700
CITY:NORTH HOLLYWOODSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91607
CAPACITY:51CENSUS: 35DATE:
08/13/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
12:02 PM
MET WITH:Melanie Rosenberg/AdministratorTIME COMPLETED:
04:15 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Silva Garibyan conducted an unannounced Required - 3 Year inspection on this date. LPA met with Melanie Rosenberg, Administrator, and explained the purpose of the inspection and was guided on a tour of the facility. Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 51 children. LPA observed 35 children and seven teachers present at the time of the visit. Sign in/out sheet confirmed this to be accurate. All children are under supervision, including visual supervision of a teacher at all times. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. A walk through of the classrooms was conducted. The facility's hours of operation are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday. The facility consists of four classrooms, Director's office, and three play yards. Director's office used as isolation area for sick children. Facility is operating within capacity limitations. There are no bodies of water on the premises. There are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. Required postings were observed in outside and inside of Director's office for public viewing. Facility has a working phone land line available. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medications, and other hazardous items are made inaccessible (stored in the kitchen). A walk through of the classrooms was conducted. The classrooms were found to be clean and free from any potential hazards. Furniture was found to be in good repair and age appropriate. There is adequate heating, lighting and ventilation.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Betty BellTELEPHONE: (424) -301-3063
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Silva GaribyanTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3062
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/13/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/13/2024
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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: BRIARWOOD PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN
FACILITY NUMBER: 191200966
VISIT DATE: 08/13/2024
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 Drinking water is readily available in each classroom ( water dispenser in the kitchen and water jugs and water bottles inside and outside of the classrooms). LPA observed classrooms to have play, arts/crafts, reading areas and individual cubbies for storage and learning activities. Children are inspected for illnesses as they arrive. A review of medication policy indicated that Medication is administered by the director or teachers, who documents the date, time and dosage onto a log. Medications are stored securely and inaccessible to children. The bathrooms were inspected. LPA observed toilets and sinks to accommodate the facility’s capacity. Facility is equipped with two toilets and two sinks located in the hallway by Ms. Tina's Classroom and three toilets and three sinks located in Ms. Ingrid and Ms. Waffa classroom. Toilets flush properly, toilet and sinks are reachable by the children in care. The bathrooms have adequate toilet paper and paper towels available. LPA observed the hot water to be turned off. The bathrooms were found to be clean. There is adequate lighting/ventilation in the bathroom areas. Administrator states that parents provide lunch. Food is available in the event a child's lunch is forgotten. School only provides an a.m. and p.m snack for the children in care. The chemicals are kept separate from the food. There is hot and cold running water in the kitchen/food preparation area. Refrigerator is clean and operating at the proper temperatures. Snack Menus are posted for parents to view. The snack menu and allergy list was observed in the kitchen.

Outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness. Required shade, drinking water and fencing were inspected. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water. Page 2

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Betty BellTELEPHONE: (424) -301-3063
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Silva GaribyanTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3062
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/13/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/13/2024
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: BRIARWOOD PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN
FACILITY NUMBER: 191200966
VISIT DATE: 08/13/2024
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Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. All toilets and hand washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Floors in the facility are clean and safe. Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair.

There are three play yards. All yards were observed to be free of debris. There are areas for shade and rest on all yards. Drinking water is available. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. There is wrought iron, chain link, wood, and brick fences around the playgrounds.

The facility is equipped with a working smoke detectors and Carbon Monoxide detector. LPA observed two fire extinguishers (2A10BC) located in the kitchen and in the nap room with service date of 04/30/2024. First Aid Kit was observed to be complete. There are first aid supplies in the kitchen. Fire Drill log was observed to be complete and current.

The facility has sufficient cots and mats for napping. Each cot/mat is occupied by only one child at time. Mandated Reporter Training certificates ( completed on 12/31/2023) were observed to be current. The name of the child care center director or fully qualified teacher designated to act in the director’s absence has been reported to the Department. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files. Director and Staff did not have proof of a current CPR/First Aid certifications and immunization records. LPA reviewed children files and observed files were complete. The children's roster was available and current. LPA observed the required documents posted at the facility. Page 3

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Betty BellTELEPHONE: (424) -301-3063
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Silva GaribyanTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3062
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/13/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/13/2024
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: BRIARWOOD PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN
FACILITY NUMBER: 191200966
VISIT DATE: 08/13/2024
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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.

Administrator 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.

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/.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Betty BellTELEPHONE: (424) -301-3063
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Silva GaribyanTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3062
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/13/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/13/2024
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: BRIARWOOD PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN
FACILITY NUMBER: 191200966
VISIT DATE: 08/13/2024
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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.

Child Care Center did not complete testing prior to their deadline. LPA referred Director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.

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

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Administrator, Melanie Rosenberg.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Betty BellTELEPHONE: (424) -301-3063
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Silva GaribyanTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3062
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/13/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/13/2024
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245


FACILITY NAME: BRIARWOOD PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN
FACILITY NUMBER: 191200966

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 08/13/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
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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.

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Based on LPA observation and interview, Licensee did not meet above requirement. Per FR, they have not tested their water for lead by time of inspection. This poses a potential health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care.
POC Due Date: 08/27/2024
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Administrator will Review PIN 21-21.1-CCP and have appropriate faucets tested for lead exceedance and provide LPA with a copy of lead test results.
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General Provisions and Definitions
(1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year.

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Based on observation, interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above not having immunization records for present staff in file which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care
POC Due Date: 08/27/2024
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 Administrator will get everyone's copies of all staff immunizations and send proof to LPA by POC due date of 08/27/2024/24.
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: Betty BellTELEPHONE: (424) -301-3063
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Silva GaribyanTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3062
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/13/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/13/2024
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245


FACILITY NAME: BRIARWOOD PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN
FACILITY NUMBER: 191200966

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 08/13/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
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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 interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Director and staff did not have proof of a current CPR & 1st Aid training which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/27/2024
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Administrator stated that staff will renew CPR & 1st Aid (EMSA approved & In person) by POC due date 08/27/2024
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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: Betty BellTELEPHONE: (424) -301-3063
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Silva GaribyanTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3062
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/13/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/13/2024
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