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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191870909
Report Date: 07/05/2024
Date Signed: 07/05/2024 05:00:30 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:WESTMINSTER AVENUE EARLY EDUCATION CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
191870909
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		SCRUGGS, LIZAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1010 MAIN ST.TELEPHONE:
(310) 392-4581
CITY:VENICESTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90291
CAPACITY: 117TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 117CENSUS: 11DATE:
07/05/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Case Management - Annual ContinuationUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
01:25 PM
MET WITH:Joanne Reitzfeld, Closing TeacherTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
05:00 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lilia Hernandez conducted a continuation visit for the purpose of completing the Required - 3 Year inspection on 07/05/2024. LPA arrived at the facility at 1:25PM, identified self and met with Tangere Peavey, Office Manager, who disclosed that both Principal and Designee were not present. LPA singularly conducted a tour of the facility. LPA was later met by Joanne Reitzfeld, who identified themselves as Closing Teacher. This is a preschool program which consists of 5 classrooms. Room 1, Room 2 and Room 3 are used for care and supervision. Room 4 is used as a staff lounge and Room 5 is currently used for storage. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 7:00AM AM to 5:30 PM.

All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected.

There were 11 children and 10 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. Children in Room 1, Room 2,and Room 3 have their own cubby to store their belongings. LPA did not observe children belongs touching. Cots and linens are provided for each child enrolled. Linens are washed weekly by school district. LPA observed napping equipment to stored in cabinets in each classroom. Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in the restrooms. Each classroom also has an additional sink for handwashing. ---Page 1 of 4
SUPERVISORS NAME: Rita Ramos
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilia Hernandez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 07/05/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 07/05/2024
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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Created By: Lilia Hernandez On 07/05/2024 at 03:29 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: WESTMINSTER AVENUE EARLY EDUCATION CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191870909

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 07/05/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type A
Section Cited
CCR
101215.1(d)
Child Care Center Director Qualifications and Duties
(d) The child care center director, or the substitute director as specified in (f) below, shall be on the premises during the hours the center is in operation.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in both Principal and Designee were not present during the inspection which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/08/2024
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Facility will provided a written statement on how they will comply with the regulation above. When both Principal and designee are not available, an alternate qualified substitute shall be assigned.
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POC Due Date:
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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
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Lilia Hernandez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/05/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/05/2024


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Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: WESTMINSTER AVENUE EARLY EDUCATION CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191870909

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 07/05/2024

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
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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in LPA did not observed a carbon monoxide detector in the facility which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/19/2024
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Principal will submit proof of purchase and photo of carbon monoxide installed via email to LPA by POC due date.
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101174(d)(2)
Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan
(d) Disaster drills shall be conducted at least every six months. (2) The drills shall be documented. This documentation shall be kept in the child care center for at least one year.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in Facility was not able to provide date for last disaster drill which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/19/2024
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Principal will submit proof of disaster drill conducted within the last 6 months. Corrections will be submitted via email to LPA 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
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Lilia Hernandez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/05/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/05/2024


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Created By: Lilia Hernandez On 07/05/2024 at 03:44 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: WESTMINSTER AVENUE EARLY EDUCATION CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191870909

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 07/05/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1597.16(a)(1)
Lead Testing
(1) A licensed child day care center, as defined in Section 1596.76, that is located in a building that was constructed before January 1, 2010, shall have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023, and every five years after the date of the initial test.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in Lead testing results were not posted or available for LPA to review which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/19/2024
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Principal will submit all supporting documentation for lead testing to LPA by POC due date.
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101217(d)
(d) All personnel records shall be maintained at the child care center and shall be available to the licensing agency for review.


This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in Principal stated that personnel records are not maintained at the facility which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/19/2024
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Principal will submit proof of personnel records on file for teachers in Rooms 1, Room 2, and Room 3. Principal will also submit proof of personnel records on file for 2 Aides. Documentation will be submitted via email to LPA 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
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Lilia Hernandez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/05/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/05/2024


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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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: WESTMINSTER AVENUE EARLY EDUCATION CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191870909
VISIT DATE: 07/05/2024
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General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in classrooms. For children who do not bring their own water bottle, disposable water bottles are provided by the facility.

Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. 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. 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 Closing Teacher, there are no firearms stored on the premises. LPA did not observe any 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).
Child Care Center completed sampling but the test results are not yet available.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Rita Ramos
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilia Hernandez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/05/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/05/2024
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: WESTMINSTER AVENUE EARLY EDUCATION CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191870909
VISIT DATE: 07/05/2024
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Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign-In and Sign-Out sheets were reviewed. Children present were signed in. Children’s Records were reviewed. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857.

On 04/29/2024, during the initial annual inspection, Principal stated that personnel records are not maintained at the facility. LPA provided Principal with a copy of the LIC 125 Entrance Checklist to use as a resource to gather documents needed in personnel records. During today’s inspection, the facility did not have documents available for LPA to review.

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 and lunch to children. Food is prepared in the main elementary cafeteria next door to the facility. Meals are brought to the facility daily.

Disaster drill log was not available. Facility was not able to provide date for last disaster drill.

First Aid supplies were observed in the classroom in a cabinet next to Principal’s office. According to Office Manager, 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 where a child is accompanied by a teacher until child is pick up.

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/.

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. ---Page 3 of 4
SUPERVISORS NAME: Rita Ramos
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilia Hernandez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/05/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/05/2024
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: WESTMINSTER AVENUE EARLY EDUCATION CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191870909
VISIT DATE: 07/05/2024
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Closing Teacher 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 copy of this report shall be provided to the parent/guardian of children currently enrolled by the next business day or immediately upon return. A copy of this report shall also be provided to the parent/guardian of any newly enrolled children for the next 12 months (1 year). The Acknowledgement form must be maintained in each child’s file immediately upon receipt from the parent. Closing Teacher was provided with a copy of the LIC9224 Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Reports Form during this visit.

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

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Joanne Reitzfeld, Closing Teacher.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Rita Ramos
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilia Hernandez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/05/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/05/2024
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