191609040-11-29-2023-30-CC-JLAO-CY2S77-20231129123705

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191609040
Report Date: 11/29/2023
Date Signed: 11/29/2023 12:37:21 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, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME:	DEBBIE'S CHILD CARE DEVELOPMENT CENTER PRESCHOOL		FACILITY NUMBER:	191609040
ADMINISTRATOR:	DEBRA JOHNSON YOUNG		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	521 SO. OSAGE AVENUE		TELEPHONE:	(310) 671-4440
CITY:	INGLEWOOD	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90301
CAPACITY:	77	CENSUS: 15	DATE:	11/29/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	08:30 AM
MET WITH:	Debra J. Young, Director		TIME COMPLETED:	11:35 AM

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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	On 11/29/2023 Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Judy Laureano and Cristina Castellano conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection at the above mentioned facility. LPAs was greeted by Decia Deville, who guided LPAs on a tour. Facility operates Monday through Friday 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Facility is licensed to serve preschool children ages 2 years through 5 years of age for a max capacity of 77 children. Facility has infant license, facility number 191609042, on site that is not currently operating. LPAs did not observe any infant children in the infant classrooms. LPAs observed 15 children and 3 staff members providing care and supervision during the initial start time of the inspection. Director Debra Young arrived at facility at approximately 9:33 a.m. Classrooms were observed and inspected. Classrooms were observed with age-appropriate materials and a variety of manipulatives. Facility is open to enroll children that might need medication administered. Facility does not have any child that currently needs medication. All prescription and non prescription medication shall be centrally stored in accordance with the following requirements: medication shall be kept in a safe place inaccessible to the children in care, each container shall have an unaltered label. LPA reminded director to ensure medication is its original content with an unaltered label with current prescription and all necessary LIC forms. There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises. There are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. LPAs observed a centralized Fire Alarm throughout the facility and carbon monoxide detector in the classrooms

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia Escobedo	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3044
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3060
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/29/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/29/2023

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
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: DEBBIE'S CHILD CARE DEVELOPMENT CENTER PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 191609040
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 11/29/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type A

Section Cited

CCR

101238(g)

Buildings and Grounds

(g) Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out 1 kitchen cabinets that stores cleaning solutions not being secure, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 11/29/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Director will make sure that 1/2 door will close properly to make sure content in the kitchen is accessible to the children in care. Citation was corrected by the end of the visit.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
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	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
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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: Claudia Escobedo	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3044
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3060
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/29/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/29/2023

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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, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: DEBBIE'S CHILD CARE DEVELOPMENT CENTER PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 191609040
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 11/29/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101238.3(b)

Indoor Activity Space

(b) The floors of all rooms shall have a surface that is safe and clean. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in keeping classroom carpets cleaned, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 12/08/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Facility agrees to have classroom carpets cleaned and submit pictures to LPA.

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, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 3 toilet seat not being properly secured, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 12/08/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Facility agrees to replace/repair toilet seat in bathroom located adjecent to classroom 1, picture will be submitted via email.

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 Escobedo	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3044
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3060
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/29/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/29/2023

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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, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: DEBBIE'S CHILD CARE DEVELOPMENT CENTER PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 191609040
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 11/29/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101238.2(g)

Outdoor Activity Space

(g) The playground shall be enclosed by a fence to protect children and to keep them in the outdoor activity area. The fence shall be at least four feet high. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in making sure back outdoor gate remains closed, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 12/08/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Facility agrees to remove and/or replace lock on backyard fence to ensure children are not able to open it. Picture will be submitted to LPA via email.

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:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 5 out of 5 current certificaiton, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 12/08/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Facility will ensure all staff completes training: www.mandatedreporterca.com and proof will be emailed to LPA.

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 Escobedo	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3044
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3060
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/29/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/29/2023

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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, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: DEBBIE'S CHILD CARE DEVELOPMENT CENTER PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 191609040
	VISIT DATE: 11/29/2023

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Teachers are responsible for the day-to-day cleaning in the classrooms. Cleaning solutions were observed in the bottom of the kitchen cabinet. Kitchen was observed with a barn door, ½ door, that does not close proper making the content accessible. LPAs issues a Type A citation and facility corrected the issue by the end of the inspection.

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. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. Areas were observed to have wood chips and a variety of shaded areas for children to play.

LPAs observed all toilets and hand washing facilities. Type B citation is being issues for a loose toilet seat in classroom 1’s bathroom. Floors in the facility are clean and safe. LPAs observed carpet in classrooms with multiple spots, LPAs issued a Type B citation requesting carpets to be cleaned. Director stated carpet will be cleaned in December. Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair.

Facility provides meals and snacks and menus were observed in kitchen and front lobby. All kitchen, food preparation and storage areas are clean, free of litter/rubbish and free of rodents/vermin. Copies of the menus as served shall be dated and kept on file for at least 30 days. Drinking water was observed in classrooms via water jugs and paper cups. Parent board was observed with all necessary posting, parent board in the classrooms. LPAs provided director with updated Parent’s Rights Poster.

The facility is free of flies, insects and rodents. Facility contracts with a Pest control vendor to ensure that facility stays pest free. LPAs observed working fire extinguisher and carbon monoxide detector throughout the facility. All electrical outlets were observed to be covered.

Prior to working or volunteering in a licensed childcare facility, all individuals subject to a criminal record review have received a criminal record clearance or exemption. Upon notification from the Department, the licensee will comply and act immediately to terminate the employment of, remove from the facility or bar from entering the facility for any person it is deemed necessary while the Department considers granting or denying an exemption.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia Escobedo	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3044
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3060
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/29/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/29/2023

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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, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: DEBBIE'S CHILD CARE DEVELOPMENT CENTER PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 191609040
	VISIT DATE: 11/29/2023

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Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained.

At least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid is present when children are at the facility or at offsite activities. Current CPR and Pediatric First Aid was reviewed in teacher’s file and notice certification will expired in 12/2024. LPAs reminded facility to ensure that training is completed before. LPAs discussed the importance of making sure all Pediatric CPR and Pediatric First Aid training is EMSA approved. Mandated Reporter training was not available for reviewed. 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.

LPAs reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed 6 files completed. LPAs reminded facility director to ensure all children’s file have all the necessary required forms and provided facility with the LIC 311A and LIC 125 to use as a reference when auditing files.

The name of the child care center director or fully-qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director’s absence has been reported to the Department. The person who signs the child in/out of the facility shall use their full legal signature and record the time of day. LPAs observed hard copies of sign in and out sheet in the lobby of the facility.

All children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. Facility maintains a ratio of one teacher supervising no more than 12 children in care.

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.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia Escobedo	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3044
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3060
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/29/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/29/2023

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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, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: DEBBIE'S CHILD CARE DEVELOPMENT CENTER PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 191609040
	VISIT DATE: 11/29/2023

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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.

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/.

Facility director, Debra J. Young 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.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility director, Debra J. Young.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia Escobedo	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3044
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3060
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/29/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/29/2023

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