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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197413312
Report Date: 01/15/2020
Date Signed: 01/15/2020 11:16:36 AM

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/CESAR CHAVEZ HEAD START		FACILITY NUMBER:	197413312
ADMINISTRATOR:	LA KISHA SEAY-WHITTIKER		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	1269 NO. AVALON STREET		TELEPHONE:	(310) 834-1839
CITY:	WILMINGTON	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90744
CAPACITY:	34	CENSUS: 30	DATE:	01/15/2020
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	08:45 AM
MET WITH:	LaKisha Seay-Whittiker		TIME COMPLETED:	11:25 AM

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 01/15/2020, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Karren Starks made an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a Required 1 year inspection. LPA met with and toured the facility with Director, LaKisha Seay-Whittiker. LPA observed 15 children indoors with proper teacher/child ratios. There were 15 children playing outdoors with proper teacher/child ratios observed. LPA observed proper care and supervision during this inspection. All center staff present has criminal record clearances and are associated to the designated license number. LPA observed all the required postings including the Emergency Drill Log, Roster and Menu. The Director has current 1st Aid/CPR (exp. 08/2021). Children's records were reviewed and found to be complete. Staff records are not kept at the site. LPA observed operable smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, fully charged Fire extinguishers and First Aid Kits. The facility appeared to be clean, safe and in good repair, telephone service, well ventilated with heating and lighting. The classrooms were inspected and LPA observed age appropriate furniture and toys. Napping equipment was observed as well as adequate storage for children's belongings. The bathrooms were inspected with 3 operable sinks and toilets. A sufficient supply of toilet paper, soap and paper towels was observed. Drinking water is readily available and trash cans with tight fitting lids were also observed in the classrooms. Sign in/out were observed. Per Director a child is currently enrolled requiring Incidental Medical Serices (IMS) services. The outdoor area which is fully gated was inspected. LPA did not observe any debris or hazards that would pose an immediate risk to children in care. LPA observed an age appropriate climbing apparatus with proper cushioning beneath and properly secured. Riding toys were observed to be in good condition. LPA observed other educational materials were available for children to utilize. No bodies of water were observed. Shade areas were observed and water is readily available.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jennie Ferreira	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3067
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Karren Starks	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3069
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/15/2020

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/15/2020

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/CESAR CHAVEZ HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 197413312
	VISIT DATE: 01/15/2020

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Meals are delivered daily from the main kitchen. The kitchen area which is made inaccessible to children in care with a latch. LPA observed the kitchen to be clean and equipped with a sufficient supply for meals. There were no cleaning compounds observed to be stored with the utensils. The facility serves breakfast, lunch, snack and supper. Proper food storage was observed. Food and snack items are properly stored. Allergy list posted on the refrigerator.
LPA reminded that it is the facility responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. Director was advised on how to access quarterly reports, forms, and regulations for Child Care online at www.cdss.ca.gov. LPA also advised the Director to read the Child Care quarterly updates every season as the come out to stay informed of any changes or updates to the regulations. LPA 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

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

No deficiencies cited. Exit interview was conducted. Copy of report and Notice of Site visit issued.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jennie Ferreira	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3067
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Karren Starks	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3069
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/15/2020

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/15/2020

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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