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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191890348
Report Date: 04/18/2023
Date Signed: 04/18/2023 02:40:44 PM


Document Has Been Signed on 04/18/2023 02:40 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

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:ECHO PARK CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
191890348
ADMINISTRATOR:MARCIE HOUCHENFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1010 DOUGLAS STREETTELEPHONE:
(213) 250-4514
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90026
CAPACITY:30CENSUS: 15DATE:
04/18/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
12:40 PM
MET WITH:Kamile Martin, Child Development SpecialistTIME COMPLETED:
03:20 PM
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On April 18, 2023 at 12:40PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Monique Ayala conducted an unannounced required 1-year inspection. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. LPA met with Child Development Specialist, Kamile Martin who guided the LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool age program which operates Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Per the Child Development Specialist there are 17 children enrolled. Facility also has a early head start preschool age program on the premises license number 191890342.

The following classrooms were inspected: Classroom 1: 15 children with 3 teachers. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under supervision, including visual supervision. Licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license.

The classroom furniture and equipment was inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free.

The facility provides all meals and filtered water to children in care. The meals are provided by Chefables and the water comes from a filtered faucet in the facility that has been tested and cleared for lead. The kitchen was observed to be clean and the cleaning compounds/solutions were found to be stored away from the food.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Jessica AyalaTELEPHONE: 323-981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/18/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/18/2023
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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: ECHO PARK CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191890348
VISIT DATE: 04/18/2023
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LPA observed that there are functioning smoke and carbon detectors in the facility. LPA observed a fully charged and serviced fire extinguisher. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on 03/29/23.

Outdoor playground equipment is in 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, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. 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. LPA reviewed staff records, staff were missing First Aid and CPR.

Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. LPA did not observe any staff at the facility that valid/current CPR/First Aid training. Per Staff #1 (S1) the training was completed online.

SB792 (Immunization Requirements for Staff and Employees) was discussed with the Director. The Director and staff do currently have immunization documentation.

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.


Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Jessica AyalaTELEPHONE: 323-981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/18/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/18/2023
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: ECHO PARK CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191890348
VISIT DATE: 04/18/2023
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(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 licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov.



Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

Based on the LPA’s observations and records reviews, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health and safety.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the report was provided to director along with appeal rights.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Jessica AyalaTELEPHONE: 323-981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/18/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/18/2023
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Document Has Been Signed on 04/18/2023 02:40 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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754


FACILITY NAME: ECHO PARK CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191890348

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 04/18/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Request Denied
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101216(f)
Personnel Requirements
(f) At least one staff member who is trained in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first aid pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866 shall be present when children are at the child care center or offsite for center activities.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above LPA did not observe any staff memebers present in the facility with a current/vlaid First Aid and CPR as the course was done online which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 05/05/2023
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Per Child Development Supervisor she will inform her HR department to schedule a training for staff for an in person, EMSA approved First Aid and CPR training.
Section Cited
Deficient Practice Statement
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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: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Jessica AyalaTELEPHONE: 323-981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/18/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/18/2023
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