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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197414190
Report Date: 09/14/2022
Date Signed: 09/14/2022 02:28:23 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
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245



FACILITY NAME:NORTH TORRANCE INFANT CARE CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
197414190
ADMINISTRATOR:SANDY MORALESFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:2806 W. 182ND STREETTELEPHONE:
(310) 323-6995
CITY:TORRANCESTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90504
CAPACITY:32CENSUS: 20DATE:
09/14/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
11:00 AM
MET WITH:Sandy Morales TIME COMPLETED:
03:00 PM
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On 09/14/2022 Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Lillian Casillas arrived at the facility to conduct an annual random inspection at the infant center. LPA met with Director, Sandy Morales, who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Administrator, Biby Aguilera, arrived at the facility at 12:30PM. LPA observed 20 children being supervised by 10 staff members during this inspection.

LPA observed care being provided for infants in 4 classrooms. LPA observed age appropriate toys for infant children. Toys were found to be safe, does not have sharp points, edges, splinters or made of small parts that can be pulled off and swallowed. LPA observed the combination of toys provide manipulative skills and encourage auditory, visual and tactile stimulation. LPA observed refrigerators in each classroom with cubbies for each child that store individually labeled bottles (Sweet Peas).

The following infant to adult ratios were observed:

Classroom 1 Sweet Peas (6 weeks to 9 months): 7 infants, 3 teachers
Classroom 2 Caterpillars (9 months to 15 months): 9 infants, 3 teachers
Classroom 3 Butterfly (15 months to 22 months): 4 infants, 2 teachers
Classroom 4 Busy Bees (24 months): 9 infants, 2 teachers

LPA verified that all adults present in the facility have obtained criminal record clearances and are associated to the facility.

LPA observed 1 bathroom in Classroom 4 for the infants who are potty training. Each classroom has 1 diaper changing table and 1 corresponding sink. Changing tables have at least a 1-inch-thick padding covered with

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Maureen NealTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3042
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lillian J CasillasTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3097
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 09/14/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 09/14/2022
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, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: NORTH TORRANCE INFANT CARE CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197414190
VISIT DATE: 09/14/2022
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washable vinyl or plastic. Sides are raised to a minimum of 3 inches. Changing table is within an arm's reach of a sink. Cleaning supplies on shelves above each sink. There is a minimum of 1 potty chair or toilet for every 5 infants currently toilet training.

LPA observed sufficient infant cribs and cots in the room. Infant cribs were inspected for good condition, appropriate storage and cleanliness. Each crib, mat or cot is occupied by only one infant at time and cribs are kept free from all loose articles including blankets and pillows and there are no objects hanging above or attached to the crib. Infants are not swaddled while in care. LPA informed Director that staff must physically check on sleeping infants every fifteen minutes and document any signs of distress, which includes but is not limited to: flushed skin color, increase in body temperature, restlessness and labored breathing. Documentation for infants up to 12 months includes sleeping position if it is other than on their back. LPA informed Director that the LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping Plan form must be completed and filed for each infant up to 12 months of age. Infants up to 12 months of age are placed on their backs for sleeping.



LPA observed 3 outdoor play areas used by infants 9 months to 24 months in the morning and afternoon.

First Aid kit is available in the director's office and the 2A10:BC is located in the director's office (serviced 8/25/2022). There is a working smoke/carbon monoxide detector in each classroom.

Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. There is a ratio of one teacher supervising no more than four infants in care. At least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid is present when children are at the facility or at offsite activities. The name of the child care center director or fully-qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director’s absence has been reported to the Department. The person who signs the child in/out of the facility shall use their full legal signature and record the time of day.

LPA reviewed a sample of 10 children’s files and observed files were complete, including the Infant Needs and Services Plan, but missing the LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping Plan. LPA reviewed a sample of 3 staff files and observed files were complete. All staff are trained in Pediatric First-Aid/CPR and Mandated Reporter training is current. [CONTINUE ON PAGE 3]

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Maureen NealTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3042
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lillian J CasillasTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3097
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/14/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/14/2022
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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: NORTH TORRANCE INFANT CARE CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197414190
VISIT DATE: 09/14/2022
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Prior to working or volunteering in a licensed child care facility, all individuals subject to a criminal record review have received a criminal record clearance or exemption. Upon notification from the Department, the licensee will comply and act immediately to terminate the employment of, remove from the facility or bar from entering the facility for any person it is deemed necessary while the Department considers granting or denying an exemption.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) are not currently being provided. Director is aware that an IMS plan is required to be submitted to the licensing office if they provide any of these services. Information regarding Americans with Disability Act (ADA) can be obtained by contacting US Department of Justice toll free ADA Information line at (800) 514-0301(voice), (800) 514-0383 (TDD) and website link https://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm.

Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations, the following deficiencies are being cited: (see next page, 809 D). Licensee was provided a copy of their appeal rights.

This report shall be made available to the public upon request. LIC 9213 Notice of Site Visit is provided and required to be posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Sandy Morales.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Maureen NealTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3042
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lillian J CasillasTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3097
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/14/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/14/2022
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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: NORTH TORRANCE INFANT CARE CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197414190

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 09/14/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101429(a)(2)(B)
Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision for Infants
(B) Staff shall physically check on sleeping infant(s) every 15 minutes and document the following:

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, interview, and record review, the director did not comply with the section cited above for 26 infants in care, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 09/21/2022
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Director agrees to create an infant sleeping log and train staff to document infants' sleep every 15 minutes. Director agrees to send LPA a picture of the sleeping log via email by 9/21/2022.
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101429(a)(2)(B)(3)(a)
Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision for Infants
(B) Staff shall physically check on sleeping infant(s) every 15 minutes and document the following: (3) Infants up to 12 months of age who are sleeping in a position other than on their back. (a) If the infant’s Individual Infant Sleeping Plan [LIC 9227 (3/20)] does not have Section C completed, staff shall return the infant to their back for sleeping.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, interview, and record review, the director did not comply with the section cited above for 5 infants ages 12 months and under, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 09/21/2022
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Director agrees to send LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping form to all parents of infants ages 12 months and under to complete. Director agrees to file the comleted forms in each child's file.

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: Maureen NealTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3042
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lillian J CasillasTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3097
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 09/14/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 09/14/2022
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