197417337-6-16-2023-12-CC-IORA-CSUTUA-20230616150201

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197417337
Report Date: 06/16/2023
Date Signed: 06/16/2023 03:02:09 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 06/16/2023 03:02 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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME:	VOA/EL CENTRO DE LOS NINOS, SYLMAR HEAD START		FACILITY NUMBER:	197417337
ADMINISTRATOR:	FRANCISCA ROCKSON		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	13550 HERRON STREET		TELEPHONE:	(818) 980-2287
CITY:	SYLMAR	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91342
CAPACITY:	45	CENSUS: 0	DATE:	06/16/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	11:50 AM
MET WITH:	Estella Arredondo, Site Supervisor		TIME COMPLETED:	03:05 PM

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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 6/16/2023 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Isabel Ortega met with Site Supervisor Estella Arredondo and conducted an Annual Random inspection. LPA toured and inspected the facility in accordance with the facility sketch. During Facility Operates in three classrooms referred to as Classroom 1, Classroom 2 and inspection LPA did not observed children in care (last day of school was yesterday). Classroom 3. Facility serves children 3 years of age to 5 years of age. There are a total of three classrooms, one large playground and one shed in the preschool yard (maintained locked) utilized for equipment storage. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. LPA observed individual storage with children’s name labeled for children's belongings. An isolation area was inspected, which takes place in the main office. Children have the option for rest time and quiet time if needed, cots are available for nap time. Blankets and sheets are provided by the facility and washed weekly by parents.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Lady King	TELEPHONE: (310) 568-1824
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel Ortega	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3786
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/16/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/16/2023

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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: VOA/EL CENTRO DE LOS NINOS, SYLMAR HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 197417337
	VISIT DATE: 06/16/2023

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Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair. Toilets flush properly; toilet and sinks are reachable by the children. Each restroom has adequate toilet paper, hand soap and paper towels available. Restrooms are cleaned, restocked of toiletries, and sanitized by staff daily and as needed. Staff clean and disinfect classrooms, restrooms and restocks of toiletries daily.

Facility operates Monday through Friday two sessions: 8:00 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. and 8:15 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Facility participates in the lunch nutrition program(CACFP) and provide children breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack. Food allergies are noted in each classroom and food preparation area.

Licensee had all the required posted documents: Facility License, Notice of Parent's Rights Poster, Emergency Disaster Plan, and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist.

First Aid supplies, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide(dual, tested at 12: 30 p.m.) and the fire Extinguisher(2A10BC) is reading in green and meets the Fire Marshal codes and standards (serviced 6/1/20223) all were observed and in operable condition according to fire marshal standards.

Emergency Drills are conducted every month last drill recorded was on 5/22/2023 at 10:00 a.m.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Lady King	TELEPHONE: (310) 568-1824
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel Ortega	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3786
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/16/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/16/2023

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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: VOA/EL CENTRO DE LOS NINOS, SYLMAR HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 197417337
	VISIT DATE: 06/16/2023

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Trash cans with tight lids were observed. Food was inspected, and it was properly labeled, stored, and within expiration date. Refrigerator is clean and operating at the proper temperature. The kitchen area is adequately equipped, clean, and free from hazards. Cleaning supplies are out of reach of children. Menu's are posted on the parent board visible to parents and in the kitchen. Parents have the option to request a copy if needed.

The outdoor play area was inspected and observed to be free of hazards, loose, or sharp objects. Equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair, and age appropriateness. Climbing structures other play equipment were found to be securely anchored with adequate resilient cushioning material underneath and around the perimeter. Children are provided with non-contaminated water in an igloo container; individual water disposable cups are filled with water from the kitchen with lead levels under ppb requirements. Facility completed water testing requirements on 8/11/2022 and results are under the 5.5 ppb levels. The playground is well fenced all around, and no bodies of water observed in the outdoor play area. There is adequate shade area for rest. Facility provided copy of Terra environmental report with testing and results sampled drinking water.

Facility maintains adequate teacher child ratio. Care and supervision were evaluated and determine basic needs of children are appropriate and are being met. The parent board was reviewed and has all the required forms posted accessible to parents.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Lady King	TELEPHONE: (310) 568-1824
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel Ortega	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3786
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/16/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/16/2023

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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: VOA/EL CENTRO DE LOS NINOS, SYLMAR HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 197417337
	VISIT DATE: 06/16/2023

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Children's records were reviewed for completeness. Health History, Emergency contact and Medical Exams; Immunization Records are all in the children's file. The facility roster was up to date and all staff have been fingerprinted and association to the designated license number.

Site Supervisor and teachers are currently certified in Pediatric CPR/First Aid which expires until 6/16/2025. Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter (AB1207) training is dated 11/20/2021.

The following Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed.
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

All staff are required to take 3-hour Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter training every 2 years. www.mandatedreporterca.com.

Upon hired date all staff are required to be immunized and show proof of immunization records according to Title 22 regulations.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Lady King	TELEPHONE: (310) 568-1824
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel Ortega	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3786
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/16/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/16/2023

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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: VOA/EL CENTRO DE LOS NINOS, SYLMAR HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 197417337
	VISIT DATE: 06/16/2023

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Beginning on January 1, 2018, Assembly Bill 1207 (2015) 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. Applicants must meet requirements as a precondition to licensure. New employees shall have 90 days from date of employment to complete training as required. The training may be conducted at the following website www.mandatedreporterca.com.

Director is aware all staff are mandated child abuse reporters and are required to any suspected child abuse to the Child Abuse Hot-line at (800) 540-4000.

For additional information and forms visit our website at: www.cdss.ca.gov

For updates on Community Care Licensing please visit the following website at: Childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov
https://ccld.childcarevideos.org/

A copy of this report must be made available to the public for 3 years.

Per Title 22 Regulations facility is in compliance, no deficiency will be issued today. An exit Interview was conducted with facility Site Supervisor, Estella Arredondo. A copy of this Report, a Notice of Site Visit and appeal rights were provided on this day.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Lady King	TELEPHONE: (310) 568-1824
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel Ortega	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3786
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/16/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/16/2023

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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