197419605-6-20-2023-30-CC-DWHE-CSYTPP-20230620145440

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197419605
Report Date: 06/20/2023
Date Signed: 06/20/2023 02:54:47 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 06/20/2023 02:54 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
L.A. DAYCARE-NO.WEST, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME:	PACE - EARLY EXPLORES		FACILITY NUMBER:	197419605
ADMINISTRATOR:	MARTHA HERNANDEZ		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	1200 S. MANHATTAN PLACE		TELEPHONE:	(323) 643-4850
CITY:	LOS ANGELES	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90019
CAPACITY:	55	CENSUS:	DATE:	06/20/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	12:00 PM
MET WITH:	Lashaye Davis		TIME COMPLETED:	02:54 PM

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On 06/20/2023 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Doris Whitmore made an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a required I year inspection. LPA met with Lashaye Davis, Regional Site Director and LPA toured the facility indoors and outdoors. At the time of the inspection there were no children or staff Headstart classes ended 06/12/2023. Staff will return 08/01/2023 and the children will return 08/16/2023.

LPA observed all postings requirements for operation on the postings board LIC203A- License, LIC610A-Emergency Disaster Plan, LIC9148- Earthquake Preparedness Checklist, PUB394-Notification of Parents Rights Poster, LIC613A- Personal Rights, PUB-269- Car Seat Law, Menus, Activity Schedule, Roster. LPA was able to review 7 staff files. LPA was unable to view the children’s files. The children’s files were at the main office. LPA was able to view staff files electronically on the computer. Currently staff are up to date with their First Aid & Mandated Reporter. Facility has a working carbon monoxide and Smoke detector.

During this inspection, LPA observed no physical changes to the facility. LPA 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 were observed 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. Drinking Water is always available for the children. At the time of the inspection LPA observed several gallons of water for the children in the classroom. All trash cans had tight lids. Documentation of current Fire/Earthquake disaster drill was observed monthly. First Aid supplies were inventoried and available. LPA was unable to review the Sign in/out sheet that is currently at the main office. A review of medication policy, including properly labeled and stored in original container. During today's inspection currently there were no children on medication. RSD shared that all medication was returned to the parent the children last day of school was 06/12/2023. The Regional Site Director was able to explain the medication authorization form. LPA observed the Fire Extinguisher 3A 40: BC in the classroom. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. Page 1

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karren Starks	TELEPHONE: (310) 740-3038
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Doris Whitmore	TELEPHONE: 424-301-3029
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/20/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/20/2023

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
L.A. DAYCARE-NO.WEST, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: PACE - EARLY EXPLORES	FACILITY NUMBER: 197419605
	VISIT DATE: 06/20/2023

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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.The facility serves breakfast, lunch, and snack. Per the Regional Site Director, foods and snacks were delivered daily to the site from the main kitchen in the city of Commerce. An inspection of cleaning and food supply storage areas was made. Food preparation area was toured for safety, cleanliness, adequately equipped and inaccessible to children in care. Food and snack items are properly stored. Outdoor area observed to be fenced. Climbing structure, slides and apparatus equipment securely anchored and has cushioned with material that absorbs falls zone. Bikes were observed in good condition. LPA observed other educational materials were available for children to utilize. Play area observed free of miscellaneous debris or hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water. Required shade and rest areas are provided, drinking water readily available and accessible to children.
LPA 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. LPA 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. 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. Facility was found to be in substantial compliance at the time of the site inspection. No deficiencies cited. Copy of report and Notice of Site Visit issued.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karren Starks	TELEPHONE: (310) 740-3038
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Doris Whitmore	TELEPHONE: 424-301-3029
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/20/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/20/2023

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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