191870675-7-11-2023-58-CC-LHEZ-CTN24P-20230711170417

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191870675
Report Date: 07/11/2023
Date Signed: 07/11/2023 05:04:34 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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME:	CRESCENT HEIGHTS EARLY EDUCATION CENTER		FACILITY NUMBER:	191870675
ADMINISTRATOR:	JOHNSON, GREGORY		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	1700 ALVIRA STREET		TELEPHONE:	(323) 939-1224
CITY:	LOS ANGELES	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90035
CAPACITY:	110	CENSUS: 34	DATE:	07/11/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	02:10 PM
MET WITH:	Ericka Griffen-Champ, Principal		TIME COMPLETED:	05:15 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) Lilia Hernandez conducted an unannounced annual inspection to the above facility on 07/11/2023. LPA arrived at the facility at 2:10PM, identified self and met with Ericka Griffen-Champ, Principal who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. LPA provided Licensee/facility representative with a copy of the LIC 125 Entrance Checklist to help facilitate the inspection. This is a preschool program which consists of 3 classrooms; RM 1 RM 2 and RM 3. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. There were 34 children and 13 staff present when LPA arrived. The facility was observed to be within the license capacity and limitations. Criminal record clearance was not reviewed. However, per condition of employment with the Los Angeles Unified School District, all individual’s present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption. The following was observed during the tour of the facility: Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. All rooms have their own cubbies for children to store their belongings. Cots and linens are provided for each child enrolled. Linens are washed weekly by school district. LPA observed napping equipment to be stored in the classroom in a cabinet. Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in the restrooms. Each classroom also has an additional sink for handwashing. General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in classrooms.----Page 1 of 4

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Rita Ramos	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3061
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilia Hernandez	TELEPHONE: 424-301-3071
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/11/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/11/2023

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

FACILITY NAME: CRESCENT HEIGHTS EARLY EDUCATION CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 191870675
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 07/11/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

HSC

1596.954

Licensure Requirements

Every licensed child day care center shall have one or more carbon monoxide detectors in the facility that meet the standards established in Chapter 8 (commencing with Section 13260) of Part 2 of Division 12. The department shall account for the presence of these detectors during inspections. 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 LPA did not observe a carbon monoxide detector installed in the facility which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 07/25/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Per Principal, a picture of the installed correction will be emailed to LPA and will be submitted by POC due date.

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 1 of 5 staff records reviewed did not have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 07/25/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Per Principal, website will be provided to staff to complete training, print copy of certificate, email to LPA and will be submitted by POC due date.

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: Rita Ramos	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3061
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilia Hernandez	TELEPHONE: 424-301-3071
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/11/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/11/2023

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

FACILITY NAME: CRESCENT HEIGHTS EARLY EDUCATION CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 191870675
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 07/11/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

HSC

1596.7995(a)(1)

General Provisions and Definitions

(1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year. 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 3 of 5 staff records reviewed did not have proof against TB, measles, pertussis, and influenza on file which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 07/25/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Per Principal, a copy of the immunization records will be emailed to LPA and will be submitted by POC due date.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4
	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: Rita Ramos	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3061
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilia Hernandez	TELEPHONE: 424-301-3071
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/11/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/11/2023

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

FACILITY NAME: CRESCENT HEIGHTS EARLY EDUCATION CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 191870675
	VISIT DATE: 07/11/2023

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Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Principal states that poisons are locked in the hopper room. LPA did not observe a carbon monoxide detector in 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 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, 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. Per principal, phase one of the Nature Explorer outdoor play area development will begin 07/11/2023 after 5:30PM. LPA advised principal to submit a written plan regarding the use of the outdoor yard during the construction period. 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. Per principal, there are no firearms stored on the premises. LPA observed no pools or bodies of water at the facility.

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. ----Page 2 of 4

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Rita Ramos	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3061
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilia Hernandez	TELEPHONE: 424-301-3071
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/11/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/11/2023

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

FACILITY NAME: CRESCENT HEIGHTS EARLY EDUCATION CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 191870675
	VISIT DATE: 07/11/2023

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There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection.

Children’s Records were reviewed. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857. Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign-In and Sign-Out sheets were reviewed. Children present were signed in.

LPA also reviewed staff records. The review of staff records was documented on the LIC 859. 1 of 5 staff records reviewed did not have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. 3 of 5 staff records reviewed did not have proof against TB, measles, pertussis, and influenza.

Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 06/06/2023.

Menus are posted one month in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request. The facility provides breakfast, lunch, and snack to children. Food is prepared in the main elementary cafeteria next door to the facility. Meals are brought to the facility daily.

First Aid supplies were observed in the classroom in a cabinet. According to Principal, medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note and is stored in the office. The facility was observed to be equipped with an isolation area for any child who becomes ill and it is located in the staff lounge.

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/. ----Page 3 of 4

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Rita Ramos	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3061
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilia Hernandez	TELEPHONE: 424-301-3071
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/11/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/11/2023

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

FACILITY NAME: CRESCENT HEIGHTS EARLY EDUCATION CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 191870675
	VISIT DATE: 07/11/2023

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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.

Principal 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.

The following deficiencies listed on the attached deficiencies page are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22.

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

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Ericka Griffen-Champ, Principal.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Rita Ramos	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3061
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilia Hernandez	TELEPHONE: 424-301-3071
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/11/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/11/2023

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