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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 192003022
Report Date: 04/24/2024
Date Signed: 04/24/2024 03:15:56 PM


Document Has Been Signed on 04/24/2024 03:15 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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754



FACILITY NAME:SINWA EDUCATION INSTITUTE CORPFACILITY NUMBER:
192003022
ADMINISTRATOR:CATHERINE CHUFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:401 W. LAS TUNAS DRIVETELEPHONE:
(626) 282-3771
CITY:SAN GABRIELSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91776
CAPACITY:32CENSUS: 6DATE:
04/24/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RequiredUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
01:20 PM
MET WITH:Jackson Chu - Director/LicenseeTIME COMPLETED:
03:40 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nolan Tcheng conducted an unannounced random inspection. Upon arrival at 1:20pm, LPA met with Director Jackson Chu. At 1:40pm, LPA was led on a tour of the facility. This is a Preschool program which consists of 2 classrooms. Per licensee, there are currently 6 children enrolled in the program. Hours of operation for this facility are 8am-6pm, Monday-Friday.

Licensing staff observed all required forms/publications to be posted in the office. Snack menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative.

At 1:45pm, LPA entered and inspected the two classrooms. Entrance, drop off/pick up are done in the back of the facility. The layout is open floor plan and children are mainly utilizing one main classroom. Children were observed to be napping during the time of inspection. Napping equipment was observed to be mats. napping linens were observed to be stored set Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All floors are clean and safe. 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. Sufficient individual storage space for children was observed and each child has a cubby. Drinking water was readily available indoors. At this time, the corner of the classroom is used as an isolation area. A mat is available for an ill child to rest on. First Aid supplies are available and complete. Facility has a functioning carbon monoxide detector that meets statutory requirements. Director states there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises. At 2pm, a fire extinguisher was observed. The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 01/11/2016. as indicated on service tag. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually. Per director, they stated that they have already set up an appointment to have this fire extinguisher serviced. REPORT CONTINUES PAGE 1 of 3

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia GuangorenaTELEPHONE: (323) -98-3391
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nolan TchengTELEPHONE: (323) 240-6201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/24/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/24/2024
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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: SINWA EDUCATION INSTITUTE CORP
FACILITY NUMBER: 192003022
VISIT DATE: 04/24/2024
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There are two restrooms available for children in care near the drop off entrance. All toilets, hand washing, and bathing facilities are safe, sanitary and are operating properly. The families of the children provide the lunch for their own child. Supply of snacks and food were available for review in the event that a child forgets their food from home. This facility provides breakfast, lunch, and pm snack times for the children to eat.

At 2:10pm, LPA reviewed the outdoor play area. 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. Only some areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is a large play structure that has high climbing areas that does not have a cushion material underneath it. LPA informed the Director that they will need to install cushion material before children can play on it. There are swings and a slide for children in care to use. As well as ample space for children to run around. Drinking water is readily available outdoors.

Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher during tour. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All areas were identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected.

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. Disaster drills have been conducted at least every six months. Staff files were not present at the facility for review. LPA discussed with Director the importance of have all personnel files available for Department review.. A random sample of Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that they are complete. During review of children's files, LPA observed that 4 of 6 children's files did not have a complete Physician's Report present. LPA discussed with the DIrector the requirement for these forms to be completed.

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

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia GuangorenaTELEPHONE: (323) -98-3391
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nolan TchengTELEPHONE: (323) 240-6201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/24/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/24/2024
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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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: SINWA EDUCATION INSTITUTE CORP
FACILITY NUMBER: 192003022
VISIT DATE: 04/24/2024
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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 confirmed with Director that Lead Teasting was not completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA printed PIN 21-21.1 CCp for the facility to review.

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/.

Facility Representative 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 deficiencies listed on the following pages were observed by the LPA and are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Please see attached LIC 809D for deficiencies that are being cited and need to be cleared to protect the children’s health & safety.

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

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Jackson Chu, at 3:15pm. Plan of corrections were developed and Copy of Report provided.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia GuangorenaTELEPHONE: (323) -98-3391
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nolan TchengTELEPHONE: (323) 240-6201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/24/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/24/2024
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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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754


FACILITY NAME: SINWA EDUCATION INSTITUTE CORP
FACILITY NUMBER: 192003022

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 04/24/2024

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:
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Based on interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above requiring the facility water to be tested for lead, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 05/01/2024
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LPA provided PIN 21-21.1 CCP to Director. Director will register for water testing if applicable, or request an attestation form from the Department by POC date.
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Section Cited
CCR
101238.2(e)
Outdoor Activity Space
(e) As a condition of licensure, the areas around and under high climbing equipment, swings, slides and other similar equipment shall be cushioned with material that absorbs falls.

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 requiring cushion material to surround any high climbing equipment, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 05/01/2024
Plan of Correction
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Per director, they will install cushion material that is planted underneath the play structure, by POC 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: Claudia GuangorenaTELEPHONE: (323) -98-3391
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nolan TchengTELEPHONE: (323) 240-6201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/24/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/24/2024
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Document Has Been Signed on 04/24/2024 03:15 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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754


FACILITY NAME: SINWA EDUCATION INSTITUTE CORP
FACILITY NUMBER: 192003022

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 04/24/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101217(a)
Personnel Records
(a) The licensee shall ensure that personnel records are maintained on the licensee, administrator and each employee. Each personnel record shall contain the following information:

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in all staff files were not present at faciility, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 05/24/2024
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Director will have all files completed and sent to LPA by POC date.
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Child's Medical Assessments
(a) Prior to, or within 30 calendar days following the enrollment of a child, the licensee shall obtain a written medical assessment of the child. This medical assessment enables the licensee to assess whether the center can provide necessary health-related services to the child.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 4 of 6 Children files, Child #1, 3, 4, & 6, did not have the Physician's Report present for the child, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 05/24/2024
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Per DIrector they will have the Physician Report completed and send copies to LPA by POC 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: Claudia GuangorenaTELEPHONE: (323) -98-3391
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nolan TchengTELEPHONE: (323) 240-6201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/24/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/24/2024
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