197400862-2-21-2020-30-CC-KSTS-BLZSYN-20200221131750

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197400862
Report Date: 02/21/2020
Date Signed: 02/21/2020 01:18:03 PM

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME:	VOA/EL JARDIN DE NINOS HEAD START		FACILITY NUMBER:	197400862
ADMINISTRATOR:	CARTAGENA, C AND PEREZ, D		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	11510 VALERIO		TELEPHONE:	(818) 764-8722
CITY:	NORTH HOLLYWOOD	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91606
CAPACITY:	77	CENSUS: 30	DATE:	02/21/2020
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	10:50 AM
MET WITH:	Cristina (Vivanco) Flores		TIME COMPLETED:	01:30 PM

NARRATIVE
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	On 02/21/2020, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs), Karren Starks and Laticia Thompson made an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a 1 year Required inspection. LPAs met with and toured the facility with the Family Adovcate, Cristina Flores (Vivanco). All Child Care areas were inspected. LPAs observed proper teacher/child ratios. Facility hours of operation are 8:00am - 4:00pm Monday - Friday. Two full-day classes and 2 half-day classes. There is no extended care offered. LPAs observed all required postings. LPAs observed staff present with current 1st Aid/CPR certification. . During this inspection, LPAs observed a working telephone on the premises, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Napping equipment was observed and found to be clean and good condition. Adequate storage for children's belongings, bathrooms facilities, and separate area for isolation and care of ill children located in the office area. Availability of drinking water was observed with cups and cooler per classroom. Fire/Earthquake disaster drill log was observed. First Aid supplies were inventoried and available. Sign in/out sheets were observed. A review of medication policy, including properly labeled and stored in original container. Allergy Lists were observed in each classroom and in the kitchen. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226.The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (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

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jennie Ferreira	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3067
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Karren Starks	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3069
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/21/2020

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/21/2020

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
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: VOA/EL JARDIN DE NINOS HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 197400862
	VISIT DATE: 02/21/2020

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Facility reminded that rugs and indoor areas are to remain clean or cleaned often. Also area rugs should be secured to prevent a tripping hazard.
Food preparation area was toured for safety, cleanliness, adequately equipped and inaccessible to children in care. An inspection of cleaning and food supply storage areas was made. Per center staff, foods and snacks are delivered daily to the site from the main kitchen. Food and snack items are properly stored with no cleaning compounds or detergents found to be stored with the untensils.

Outdoor area was inspected. It was found to be gated. LPAs observed age appropriate furniture, toys and a climbing apparatus. The climbing apparatus has proper cushioning beneath, with an area for shade. LPAs did not observed any debris nor hazards in the outdoor area. Drinking water is made readily available during outdoor activities via a cooler. No bodies of water were observed.

LPAs reminded that it is the facility responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. Site supervisor was advised on how to access quarterly reports, forms, and regulations for Child Care online at www.cdss.ca.gov. LPAs also advised to read the Child Care quarterly updates every season as the come out to stay informed of any changes or updates to the regulations. LPAs informed the Child Care Advocate Program (CCAP) provide many other helpful resources to the licensees and the public. Facility may also register on CCAP website for the new quarterly report to be notified. CCAP’s direct contact information is as followed: Phone number: (916) 654-1541 Email Address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov

Beginning January 1, 2018, Health and Safety Code 1596.8662 requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. Volunteers are encouraged but not required to take the training. Existing licensees must meet requirements by March 30, 2018. New employees shall have 90 days from date of employment to complete training as required. This training requirement may be met by using the Department’s Office of Child Abuse Prevention (OCAP) online training modules. Website: www.mandatedreporterca.com
No deficiencies cited.
Exit interview was conducted and copy of report was discussed and given to the noted person.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jennie Ferreira	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3067
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Karren Starks	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3069
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/21/2020

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/21/2020

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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