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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191671703
Report Date: 10/22/2024
Date Signed: 10/22/2024 04:39:42 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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754



FACILITY NAME:OPTIMAL CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
191671703
ADMINISTRATOR:DOWELL,CAROLYNFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1300 EAST PALMER AVENUETELEPHONE:
(310) 603-0378
CITY:COMPTONSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90221
CAPACITY:75CENSUS: 25DATE:
10/22/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RequiredUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
11:30 AM
MET WITH:Carolyn Dowell, DirectorTIME COMPLETED:
04:30 PM
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Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Portia Bowden and Jeanette Estrada conducted an unannounced annual inspection at the above facility. At 11:30 AM LPAs met with Director Carolyn Dowell and were guided on a tour of the facility. Per Director, operation days and hours are Monday-Friday 6:00AM-6:00PM. There is a Kindergarten - Eighth grade program on-site with separate classrooms and playground from the preschool. LPAs reviewed all required postings on parent board.

There are 35 children currently enrolled. At 11:45AM, LPAs observed 26 children sleeping being supervised by 3 staff in napping room (Large auditorium room) Per director the room is only used for napping. There are 6 preschool classrooms, Rooms 1 and 2 service children ages 3, Room 3 services children ages 2 but has been combined with room 2 due to understaffing. Per Director Room 4 is closed to children in care, rooms 5 and 6 service children ages 3-4 and have been combined due to understaffing. Teacher child ratios were observed, and staff names recorded. All staff present have obtained a criminal record clearance, and are associated to the facility.

All classrooms were observed to be clean and in good repair. The floors were free of debris and lighting was in operable condition. There were age appropriate toys and equipment. LPAs observed water readily available via water pitchers and disposable cups provided by facility. Per Director, pitchers are filled in the cafeteria with water delivered from a water subscription service and brought to each classroom as needed. LPAs observed cubbies/storage area for children to store their personal belongings. LPAs observed a central fire alarm system. LPAs observed a functioning carbon monoxide detector in the facility main office. LPAs observed Fire extinguisher indicated fully charged last serviced on 10/30/24. LPAs reminded director that the fire extinguisher must be purchased or serviced yearly

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Portia BowdenTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/22/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/22/2024
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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: OPTIMAL CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191671703
VISIT DATE: 10/22/2024
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Per Director, fire drill last conducted on 9/4/24. First Aid kit was observed and inventoried. LPAs observed 6 sinks and 6 toilets in preschool restroom in good repair, with adequate toilet paper, paper towels, and general sanitation. Disinfectants and cleaning solutions were observed in classroom 1 inaccessible to children in care. Per Director there are no poisons or fire arms stored at the facility. Napping equipment and bedding were inspected and found to be clean and in operable condition. Per Director, bedding sheets are provided by the parents/guardians and taken home to be washed weekly. The isolation area is located in room 7. LPAs observed a cot available for an ill child if needed. Per Director, no children require medication. Medication is stored in the front office when medication is stored at the facility. LPAs observed the medication storage area to be inaccessible to children in care.

At 12PM LPAs observed the outdoor play area to have age-appropriate toys and material for children, free of sharp, and/or pointed parts. At 12:05PM LPAs observed required cushioning under climbing structures to have numerous large indentations presenting tripping hazards to children in care. Per Director, facility actively obtaining quotes for new cushioning and plan to have area redone soon. Per director pitchers and disposable cups are provided to children while outdoors. Per Director the outdoor water fountains are also in use. LPAs observed required shade in the outdoor area and there are no bodies of water on the premises.


LPA observed the kitchen area, food preparation area, and food storage area to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. LPAs observed refrigerator to be clean and in operable condition. LPA observed items in the refrigerator not to be expired. Food that was not in the original packaging were sealed and labeled with an expiration date. Per Director the facility provides breakfast, midmorning snack, lunch, and two afternoon snacks to children in care.

During the inspection, children present was observed to be treated with dignity and respect, observed to be receiving safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment, and free from corporal and/or unusual punishment.

5 out of 5 Children's records were reviewed All children’s records were observed to be complete.
5 out of 5 Staff records were reviewed, with 1 staff record missing mandated reporter training and immunizations.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Portia BowdenTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/22/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/22/2024
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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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: OPTIMAL CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191671703
VISIT DATE: 10/22/2024
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Facility has completed required lead testing on 7/1/23 and did not have any accedences.

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.

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/.
Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms.
To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

Two Type B deficiencies are being issued today.

Exit interview conducted with Director Carolyn Dowell, Report provided, Appeal rights provided notice of site visit provided.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Portia BowdenTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/22/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/22/2024
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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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754


FACILITY NAME: OPTIMAL CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191671703

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 10/22/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101238.2(e)
Outdoor Activity Space
(e) As a condition of licensure, the areas around and under high climbing equipment, swings, slides and other similar equipment shall be cushioned with material that absorbs falls.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that cusioning under two level play structure had multiple indentations which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 11/22/2024
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Licensee will email plan for repair of new outdoor cusioning.
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101217(a)
Personnel Records
(a) The licensee shall ensure that personnel records are maintained on the licensee, administrator and each employee. Each personnel record shall contain the following information:

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not ensure all staff had complete files in 1 out of 5 staff were missing immunizations, mandated reporter training which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 11/04/2024
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Licensee will submit proof via email of completed current mandated reporter training and required immunizations
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: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Portia BowdenTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/22/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/22/2024
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Document Has Been Signed on 10/22/2024 04:39 PM - 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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754


FACILITY NAME: OPTIMAL CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191671703

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 10/22/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Section Cited
Deficient Practice Statement
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POC Due Date:
Plan of Correction
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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: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Portia BowdenTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/22/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/22/2024
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