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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191802612
Report Date: 10/15/2019
Date Signed: 10/15/2019 02:57:53 PM

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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:CASTELAR EARLY EDUCATION CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
191802612
ADMINISTRATOR:ANA OREGELFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:840 YALE STREETTELEPHONE:
(213) 624-6740
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90012
CAPACITY:178CENSUS: 115DATE:
10/15/2019
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:06 AM
MET WITH:Janice Nea, Head Teacher & Ana Oregel, Principal TIME COMPLETED:
03:15 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mireya García conducted an unannounced annual random inspection. Upon LPA arrival, LPA met with Janice Nea, Head Teacher. Principal Ana Oregel was not present upon LPA arrival, but did arrive later during visit. LPA toured facility with Ms. Nea. This is a preschool program which is operated by LAUSD. The program consists of 5 classrooms; RM1, RM2, RM3, RM4A, RM4B and RM5. Facility operation hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

All areas identified on this report were inspected. Upon arrival, the following staff were present during this inspection: Room 1: Staff #1, #2 and #3 with 24 preschoolers; Room 2: Staff #4, #5, #6 and #7 with 16 preschoolers; Room 3: Staff #8, #9, and #10 with 17 preschoolers; Room 4A: Staff #11, #12, and #13 with 23 preschoolers; Room: 4B: Staff # 14, #15, and #16 with 19 preschoolers and Room 5: Staff #17, #18, #19, #20, #21 and #22 with 16 preschoolers. The following was observed during the tour of the facility:

PHYSICAL PLANT


Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Linens are washed weekly by the school district. Napping equipment (mats) were observed in a separate storage room or designated storage area in each classroom. LPA did observe that in RM 1, RM 2, RM 3, RM 5 and in the classroom hallway they were missing electric outlet covers during the inspection. Per Head Teacher, the isolation area is located in the staff lounge. In the staff lounge a mat can be placed on the floor for an ill child and the staff restroom is readily available if an ill child requires it. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms. LPA observed that the facility has a carbon monoxide detector which was tested and is in operable condition. General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in each classroom.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Christina GabelmanTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3380
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mireya GarciaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/15/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/15/2019
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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: CASTELAR EARLY EDUCATION CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191802612
VISIT DATE: 10/15/2019
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LPA also issued the Confidential Names List (LIC 811) to the Principal during this inspection. The LIC 857 and the LIC 811 documents the staff names and children’s files that were reviewed during this inspection.

Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 09/30/2019.

Monthly Food Menus are posted where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request. Lunch was reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. Preschoolers are provided with breakfast, lunch and pm snack by the Los Angeles Unified School District.

First Aid supplies were observed inside each classroom cabinet. According to the Head Teacher, medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note and is stored in the cabinet in the staff lounge.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS). At this time, the facility does not have any children enrolled that require Incidental Medical Services – IMS. However, the facility will provide Incidental Medical Services if needed to children enrolled. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226.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

LPA advised the Principal to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov. UPDATE: Parent’s Rights Poster (with complaint Hotline) and Car Seat Law changes was provided to the Principal during this inspection.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Christina GabelmanTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3380
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mireya GarciaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/15/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/15/2019
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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: CASTELAR EARLY EDUCATION CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191802612
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 10/15/2019
Deficiency Type
POC Due Date /
Section Number
DEFICIENCIES
PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
Type B
10/29/2019
Section Cited

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101238 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.
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This requirement is not met as evidenced by LPAs observation and interview with Head Teacher RM 1, RM 2, RM 3, RM 5 and in hallway near classrooms they were missing electric outlet covers during this inspection. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.
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Principal will meet with all staff to re-address this matter and will send LPA, Garcia via email staff meeting agenda/sign in sheet by POC due date of 10/29/2019.

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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: Christina GabelmanTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3380
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mireya GarciaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/15/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/15/2019
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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: CASTELAR EARLY EDUCATION CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191802612
VISIT DATE: 10/15/2019
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Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children in all areas. Head Teacher Janice Nea states that there are no poisons stored at the facility.

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.

Outdoor playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. LPA Garcia advised Head Teacher Janice Nea that the children need to be within the direct care and supervision, including visual supervision, of the teacher(s) and supervising staff at all times. 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.

FACILITY RECORDS

All individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption. All staff have received an active criminal record clearance as a condition of their employment with the Los Angeles Unified School District. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection.

The name of the child care center director or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director's absence is on file.

Children’s Records were reviewed for completeness; Inspection of required forms was made. LPA issued the Children’s Record Review (LIC 857) to the Principal during this inspection. In review of children’s records, files contain information including, but not limited to the following: Name, address and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary.

LPA did not review staff files during the inspection due to the staff files being stored at the administrative office. LPA Garcia will review staff files at a later time and date. If staff files were to be incomplete during the time and date that LPA reviews files, a case management inspection will occur at the facility to reflect the incomplete files.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Christina GabelmanTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3380
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mireya GarciaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/15/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/15/2019
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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: CASTELAR EARLY EDUCATION CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191802612
VISIT DATE: 10/15/2019
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The following deficiency listed on the attached LIC 809D is being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22.

Exit interview was conducted with Principal Ana Oregel, including, but not limited to Provider Rights, Appeal Procedures and Agencies Consultative Role.

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. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Christina GabelmanTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3380
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mireya GarciaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/15/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/15/2019
LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)
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