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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191500270
Report Date: 03/18/2024
Date Signed: 03/18/2024 10:53:41 AM

Document Has Been Signed on 03/18/2024 10:53 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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	EMERSON HEAD START		FACILITY NUMBER:	191500270
ADMINISTRATOR:	ANNA MARIE KNIGHT		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	7544 E. EMERSON PLACE		TELEPHONE:	(626) 307-3338
CITY:	ROSEMEAD	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91770
CAPACITY:	54	CENSUS: 41	DATE:	03/18/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	08:10 AM
MET WITH:	Sandra Trani , EEC Manager		TIME COMPLETED:	11:15 AM

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On 03/18/1014 , at 08:10 am ,Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Shushanik Safaryan and Monique Ayala conducted an unannounced required 3-year inspection. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. At 08:20 am LPAs met with teacher Heather Asahi; Sandra Trani ,EEC Manager arrived shortly after. Parents enter through a secured gate on Jackson near Whitmore. The Head Start program consists of three Rooms and operating Monday through Friday from 08:00 am to 2:00 PM. Per Facility Representative there are 50 children enrolled.

LPA observed all required forms/publications posted in each classroom. The following rooms were inspected: Room 1:14 children with 2 staff members; Room 2: 14 children with 2 staff members and Room 3 : 13 children with 2 staff members playing outside. Teacher child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded. Licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license.

The classroom furniture and equipment were inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. Each classroom has own bathroom accessible to the children. All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions.
First Aid supplies are available and complete in each classroom. LPAs reviewed medications storage and expiration dates.

Napping equipment and bedding was inspected for good condition, appropriate storage, and cleanliness. Storage for children's belongings was inspected. Parents take linens home on Friday and returned on Monday. LPAs observed each child linen stored in the child’s cubby inside of the plastic bag.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia Guangorena	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3417
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Shushanik Safaryan	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/18/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/18/2024

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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: EMERSON HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 191500270
	VISIT DATE: 03/18/2024

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LPAs observed that there are functioning smoke and carbon detectors in the facility. LPAs observed a fully charged and serviced fire extinguisher. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on 12/14/2023. Facility Representative states there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises.

Snack menus are posted one week in advance in each classroom . Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request. Food is provided by the School District Cafeteria. The facility provides, breakfast, lunch and a PM snack to the full day program, breakfast and lunch to the AM Session and lunch.

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. Drinking water is readily available both indoors and outdoors, children bring their own water bottles too. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents.

The library area and 1 child restroom will be used for the ill children. The child's mat will be used for the ill child.

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, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard.

Sign in and out sheets were reviewed in each classroom to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day

Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857. LPAs reviewed staff records; staff files were complete.

Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia Guangorena	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3417
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Shushanik Safaryan	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/18/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/18/2024

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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: EMERSON HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 191500270
	VISIT DATE: 03/18/2024

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There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. The review of Staff records was documented on the LIC 859.

Staff present had proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file.

AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – On or before March 30, 2018, any person who works in a childcare facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers

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/.

Facility Representative 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.

Facility Representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

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.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia Guangorena	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3417
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Shushanik Safaryan	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/18/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/18/2024

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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: EMERSON HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 191500270
	VISIT DATE: 03/18/2024

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For childcare 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 with the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . Per Water board results no lead exceedance .

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.

Based on the LPA`s observations and record review the licensee is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today.

The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) – must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with facility representative Sandra Trani, on 03/18/2024.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia Guangorena	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3417
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Shushanik Safaryan	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/18/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/18/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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