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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191231000
Report Date: 09/15/2023
Date Signed: 09/15/2023 10:36:01 AM

Document Has Been Signed on 09/15/2023 10:36 AM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	WILLARD PRESCHOOL		FACILITY NUMBER:	191231000
ADMINISTRATOR:	PATRICIA GUZMAN		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	301 S. MADRE ST.		TELEPHONE:	(626) 796-9877
CITY:	PASADENA	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91107
CAPACITY:	24	CENSUS: 12	DATE:	09/15/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	08:45 AM
MET WITH:	Alis Vanegas - Lead Teacher		TIME COMPLETED:	10:45 AM

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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nolan Tcheng conducted an unannounced random annual inspection. Upon arrival at 8:45am, LPA met with Lead Teacher Alis Vanegas. At 8:55am, LPA was led on a tour of the facility. This is a Preschool program which consists of 1 classroom. The facility is located on WIllard School and is a part of the Pasadena Unified School District. Per licensee, there are currently 23 enrolled in the program. This is a half day program with two sessions. Hours of operation for this facility are 7:45-10:45am for morning session, and 11:45am-2:45pm for Afternoon session, Monday-Friday.

Licensing staff observed all required forms/publications to be posted by the front door of the classroom. Snack menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request.

At 8:55am, LPAs entered and inspected the classroom. There were 12 children with 2 staff members. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All floors are clean and safe. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. The facility was observed to have mosquitoes in the classroom. Per Lead Teacher, there have been a lot lately that have been biting the children and staff. They have tried putting a work order but have not had any response. This is a violation of health, safety, and personal rights of the children in care. Sufficient individual storage space for children was observed and each child has a cubby. Drinking water was readily available indoors. At this time, the main school health office is used as an isolation area. A bed is available for an ill child to rest on. First Aid supplies are available and complete. Facility has a functioning carbon monoxide detector that meets statutory requirements. Director states there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises. Due to facility being a half day program, there is no nap time. The classroom has two restrooms for children in care to use. All toilets, hand washing, and bathing facilities are safe, sanitary and are operating properly. REPORT CONTINUES PAGE 1 of 3

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia Guangorena	TELEPHONE: (323) -98-3391
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nolan Tcheng	TELEPHONE: (323) 240-6201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/15/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/15/2023

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

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: WILLARD PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 191231000
	VISIT DATE: 09/15/2023

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At 9:30am, a fire extinguisher was observed. The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 12/09/2023, as indicated on service tag. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually. This facility provides lunch for the morning session and lunch for the afternoon session.

At 9:40am, LPA reviewed the outdoor play area. Outdoor playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is one outside play space directly outside the classroom. There is a small slide structure, swings, bikes, play house, and equipment for children to use. Drinking water is readily available outdoors.

Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher during tour. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All areas were identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected.

Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. Disaster drills have been conducted at least every six months. Staff files are located that the PUSD Office and will be reviewed at a later date. A random sample of Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that they are complete.

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.

Lead Teacher 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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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia Guangorena	TELEPHONE: (323) -98-3391
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nolan Tcheng	TELEPHONE: (323) 240-6201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/15/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/15/2023

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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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: WILLARD PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 191231000
	VISIT DATE: 09/15/2023

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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. 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

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/

Lead Teacher 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.

The deficiencies listed on the following pages were observed by the LPA and are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Please see attached LIC 809D for deficiencies that are being cited and need to be cleared to protect the children’s health & safety.

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

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Lead Teacher Alis Vanegas, at 10:30am. Copy of report provided.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia Guangorena	TELEPHONE: (323) -98-3391
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nolan Tcheng	TELEPHONE: (323) 240-6201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/15/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/15/2023

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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Document Has Been Signed on 09/15/2023 10:36 AM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: WILLARD PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 191231000
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 09/15/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101238(a)

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. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in allowing mosquitoes in the classroom without remediation, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 09/22/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Per Lead Teacher, they will put another work order in with the Pasadena Unified District Office and also speak to their supervisor in order to find a solution. Lead Teacher will submit solution for mosquito problem to LPA by POC date.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
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	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4

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: Claudia Guangorena	TELEPHONE: (323) -98-3391
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nolan Tcheng	TELEPHONE: (323) 240-6201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/15/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/15/2023

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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