197419605-10-23-2019-54-CC-KSTS-BH8QVU-20191023123056

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197419605
Report Date: 10/15/2019
Date Signed: 10/23/2019 12:31:19 PM

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	PACE-EARLY EXPLORERS HEAD START		FACILITY NUMBER:	197419605
ADMINISTRATOR:	MARTHA HERNANDEZ		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	1200 S. MANHATTAN PLACE		TELEPHONE:	(213) 989-3244
CITY:	LOS ANGELES	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90018
CAPACITY:	21	CENSUS: 0	DATE:	10/15/2019
TYPE OF VISIT:	Case Management - Licensee Initiated	ANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	07:00 AM
MET WITH:	Irma Martin		TIME COMPLETED:	09:50 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 10/15/19, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Karren Starks made an announced visit for the purpose of conducting a Case Management inspection for a capacity increase. The facility is looking to increase their capacity from 21 to 60 children. LPA met with Regional Site Director, Irma Martin, at the time of arrival there were no children due to it being prior to the beginning of session. The facility consists of a large room that is separated into two spaces by bookcases and the auditorium separated into two classrooms. The facility will breakdown the auditorium child care area each Friday for the church to be able to use the space on the weekends and place it back on Mondays. LPA inspected all areas and observed parent boards with the required postings including a sample menu. There are cubbies for the children's belongings. Age appropriate furniture and toys were observed. The facility operates 8:15am- 4:30pm Monday - Friday . In the areas for care, LPA observed area rugs that need to secured to prevent tripping. Both areas have the spaces divided into different manipulative stations. All electrical outlets were covered. LPA observed fully charged 2A10BC Fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide and smoke detectors as well as First Aid Kits with Instructions and Disaster Kits. An Emergency bag. There are water dispenser in each room, making water readily available to children. Napping equipment was observed. LPA observed a bathroom with 4 toilets, 3 sinks and one additional sink in the auditorium for hand-washing. The kitchen which is located next to the auditorium was inspected. The facility has Food Service provided through CAFP a central kitchen that prepares the meals and delivers them to the sites. An allergy list and menu were posted in the kitchen. LPA tested the temperature of the water in the kitchen and it met standard. A supply of emergency food was observed and no toxins or cleansers were stored with the utensils. The kitchen is made inaccessible by a child safety gate. The cabinets that are to be used by the facility are designated due to it being a shared space with the church.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jennie Ferreira	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3067
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Karren Starks	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3069
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/23/2019

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/23/2019

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, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: PACE-EARLY EXPLORERS HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 197419605
	VISIT DATE: 10/15/2019

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LPA discussed with applicant how to access current information on the www.ccld.ca.gov website on how to access: Reducing the Risk of SIDs in Early Education and Child Care

Licensee was made aware of The Child Care Advocate Program (CCAP) that is administered from within the Community Care Licensing Division. CCAP participates in many community activities and special projects in order to disseminate information on the State’s licensing role, provide information to the public and parents on child care licensing, and provide many other helpful resources to the licensees and the public. CCAP’s direct contact information is as followed: Phone number: (916) 654-1541
Email Address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov

Mandated Reporter: Beginning on January 1, 2018, AB 1207, 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. Website: www.mandatedreporterca.com

LPA also discussed with the licensee the effect of Lead Exposure.

Exit interview and copy of report issued.

**THIS IS AN ELECTRONIC REPORT TO REPLACE THE LIC809S THAT WAS ISSUED AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION ON 10/15/2019**

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jennie Ferreira	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3067
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Karren Starks	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3069
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/23/2019

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/23/2019

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, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: PACE-EARLY EXPLORERS HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 197419605
	VISIT DATE: 10/15/2019

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The outdoor area which is fully gated was inspected. LPA observed an age appropriate climbing apparatus with proper cushioning beneath, there was a concrete area for riding toys as well. LPA observed water readily available for children in care when outdoors. There was shade and a rest area observed. Two sheds for storage were observed, with one being for the outdoor toys. The other shed was locked to prevent access.

Based on the measurements the indoor space 1932.755 divided by 35 for a total of 55 children
The outdoor space measurements 5474.12 divided by 75 for a total of 72 children. With 4 toilets and 4 sinks the facility can increase the licensed capacity to 55 children.
Licensure of the facility is pending managerial review and the receipt of a granted Fire Clearance for the child care space.

The following was discussed:

Assembly Bill (AB) 633: Upon receipt by the licensee, licensees are to provide to parents/guardians the following: Copies of any licensing reports that document a Type A citation- this includes facility visits and substantiated complaint investigations; copy of licensing documents pertaining to a conference conducted by a local licensing agency management representative and the licensee of this family child care home in which issues of noncompliance are discussed or copies of a summary of an accusation indicating the Department's intent to revoke the facility's license. Copies of any of the above licensing documents the licensee has received in the prior 12 months shall be provided to parents/guardians of newly enrolled child at the facility.

Senate Bill (SB) 792: This bill, commencing September 1, 2016, prohibits a person from being employed or volunteering at a child care facility or family day care if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis and measles.

Senate Bill (SB) 277 New Immunization Requirement: Beginning January 1, 2016, personal beliefs exemptions will no longer be an option for the vaccines that are currently required for entry into child care or school in California. Personal beliefs exemptions already on file will remain valid until the child reaches the next immunization checkpoint.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jennie Ferreira	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3067
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Karren Starks	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3069
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/23/2019

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/23/2019

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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