191602651-7-13-2022-54-CC-DCHS-CGAUQS-20220713154736

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191602651
Report Date: 07/13/2022
Date Signed: 07/13/2022 09:34:24 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 07/13/2022 09:34 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	GREAT BEGINNINGS INC.		FACILITY NUMBER:	191602651
ADMINISTRATOR:	STOCKING, MARIAN		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	3027 E. 4TH ST.		TELEPHONE:	(562) 434-2545
CITY:	LONG BEACH	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90814
CAPACITY:	39	CENSUS: 13	DATE:	07/13/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	02:00 PM
MET WITH:	Marian Stocking, Director		TIME COMPLETED:	04:00 PM

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Dayna Chambers conducted an unannounced annual inspection on July 13, 2022 at 2:00PM. LPA met with Teri Moreno, Teacher, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program which consists of 2 classrooms; RM: Big (4-5 years) and RM: Little (3-4 years). Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 5:30pm. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. Upon arrival, the following staff were present during this inspection: Room Little 13 children napping with Director and Staff #1. The facility was observed to be within the license capacity and limitations. The following was observed during the tour of the facility: Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and in good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Linens are taken home each week to be washed. Napping equipment (mats) were observed in a separate storage room. Per director, the isolation area is located in the office. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms. General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water via children’s water bottles are filled with tap water. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Carbon monoxide detectors were observed and are operable. All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. 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 or solid waste bags shall be discarded immediately after each meal. Outdoor playground equipment is in a 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 adequate shade in the play yard. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. LPA advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time. All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic-free There are no firearms stored on the premises. There are no pools or bodies of water at the facility.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Valarie Cook	TELEPHONE: (323) 513-3858
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dayna Chambers	TELEPHONE: (323) 558-2962
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/13/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/13/2022

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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: GREAT BEGINNINGS INC.	FACILITY NUMBER: 191602651
	VISIT DATE: 07/13/2022

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All individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. Children’s Records were reviewed. (The name, address, and telephone number of child’s authorized representative is on file) and medical Assessment.) for completeness.LPA also reviewed staff records. Staff present did have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. Staff present did have proof against TB, measles, pertussis, and influenza. All staff have been given on the-job training sanitation principles, housekeeping, including universal health precautions. Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign-In and Sign-Out sheets were reviewed. Children present were signed in. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on June 30, 2022. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. Preschoolers bring their own food. The facility provides AM and PM snack. First Aid supplies were observed in the classroom. Medications are not provided at this center. The facility was observed to be equipped with an isolation area for any child who becomes ill and it is in the office. LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process.

Licensee [or facility representative] was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

There were no deficiencies cited during today’s inspection. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Marian Stocking.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Valarie Cook	TELEPHONE: (323) 513-3858
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dayna Chambers	TELEPHONE: (323) 558-2962
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/13/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/13/2022

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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