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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191806462
Report Date: 12/07/2023
Date Signed: 12/07/2023 10:47:22 AM


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



FACILITY NAME:OCCIDENTAL COLLEGE CHILD CARE CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
191806462
ADMINISTRATOR:LAURA DREWFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1824 CAMPUS ROADTELEPHONE:
(323) 259-2510
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90041
CAPACITY:45CENSUS: 37DATE:
12/07/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:04 AM
MET WITH:Director Laura DrewTIME COMPLETED:
11:05 AM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Veronica Martinez Garza conducted an unannounced required 3-year inspection at the above facility on 12/07/23 at 09:04 a.m. A COVID risk assessment was conducted upon entry. LPA met with Director, Laura Drew who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool age program licensed for 45 children which operates Monday – Friday from 08:00 a.m. – 05:30 p.m. Per the Director, there are 44 children enrolled.

All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following staff was present during this inspection: 11 children with 3 staff in the Busy Bee’s classroom, 14 children with 4 staff in the Terrific Tigers classroom, and 12 children with 3 staff in the Hungry Caterpillars classroom. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded on the attached LIC859. All children were observed to be under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. The licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license.

LPA observed the facility to be clean, sanitary and in good repair. All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Drinking water was readily available indoors. LPA observed stacks of mats used as napping equipment. LPA observed all children have their own cubby and all bedding is kept in a separate cubby. All toilets and hand washing facilities are safe, sanitary and are operating properly. At this time, the "office " is used as an isolation area. A mat is available for an ill child to rest on. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. 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. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Martinez-GarzaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3386
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/07/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/07/2023
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: OCCIDENTAL COLLEGE CHILD CARE CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191806462
VISIT DATE: 12/07/2023
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LPA observed all required forms/publications to be posted outside of the Director's office as well as in each classroom. Snack menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity, and appropriateness to children in care. The facility provides lunch and AM/PM snacks. All food prep and storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All food is protected from contamination.

First Aid supplies are available and complete. LPA observed a functioning carbon monoxide detector that meets statutory requirements. LPA observed a fire extinguisher indicating fully charged and was serviced on 11/14/22, as indicated on the service tag. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on 09/19/23.

At 09:28 a.m. the outdoor play equipment was observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, lose or pointed parts. Outdoor activity space surface is maintained in a safe condition as is free of hazards. Outdoor Areas around and/or under climbing equipment have a cushioning material to absorb a fall. Drinking water is readily available outdoors. There is adequate shade in the play yard.

Sign in and out sheets were reviewed 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. LPAs observed all children’s files to be complete.

Staff Records were reviewed to ensure that appropriate documentation of education credits is on file. Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed.


SB792 (Immunization Requirements for Staff and Employees) was discussed with the Director.

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


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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Martinez-GarzaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3386
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/07/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/07/2023
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: OCCIDENTAL COLLEGE CHILD CARE CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191806462
VISIT DATE: 12/07/2023
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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/.

Director 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.

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-proces.

LPAs advised the licensee to access forms, regulations, and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov

Director was 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.

CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES:

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: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Martinez-GarzaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3386
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/07/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/07/2023
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: OCCIDENTAL COLLEGE CHILD CARE CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191806462
VISIT DATE: 12/07/2023
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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.

At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Laura Drew.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Martinez-GarzaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3386
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/07/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/07/2023
LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)
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