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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197494330
Report Date: 09/23/2019
Date Signed: 09/23/2019 10:28:37 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:	CRYSTAL STAIRS HEAD START - CENTINELA		FACILITY NUMBER:	197494330
ADMINISTRATOR:	CARDENAS, LAURA		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	4475 W 137TH STREET		TELEPHONE:	(323) 421-1100
CITY:	HAWTHORNE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90250
CAPACITY:	40	CENSUS: 0	DATE:	09/23/2019
TYPE OF VISIT:	Prelicensing	ANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	08:00 AM
MET WITH:	Dorothy Jones		TIME COMPLETED:	10:40 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 09/23/19 Licensing Program Analysts Karren Starks and Lisa Rios made an announced visit for the purpose of conducting a site visit for the purpose of conducting a pre-licensing inspection. LPAs were met at site by Dorothy Jones, Education Coordinator and Asst. Director, LaShonna Grant. LPA’s toured the facility inside and outside. The facility consists of 2 instructional classrooms, kitchen, bathrooms and offices located within each classroom. LPA’s reviewed licensing board at the entrance to ensure that all required postings were displayed. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Children will be signed in/out in their respective classroom. The facility will have half day programs (8-11:30 & 1-4:30). Food preparation area was inspected for safety, cleanliness, proper equipment & protection against contamination and storage. The kitchen was found to have hot running water and proper food storage temperature. Food will be delivered to the site daily by Tender Loving Care (TLC), for breakfast, snacks and lunches which will be prepared for serving in the kitchen. Disposal of food/debris was discussed. Storage areas were inspected for toxins/cleaning compounds inaccessibility. Allergy list will be posted in the kitchen and each classroom. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) will be provided, with an updated plan of operation on file. Staff has current First Aid/CPR and Mandated Reporter Training, along with proof of immunization. Inside: All classrooms have working carbon monoxide detector, fully charged fire extinguishers were observed. First Aid kits, emergency supply bags, toys and play areas that are age appropriate, drinking water is readily available, along with trash cans with lids. LPAs observed cubbies for children’s belongings. The staff offices will be used for isolation of ill children, mats are available for that. No large supply of napping equipment due to the facility only having half day programs.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jennie Ferreira	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3067
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Karren Starks	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3069
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/23/2019

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/23/2019

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, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: CRYSTAL STAIRS HEAD START - CENTINELA	FACILITY NUMBER: 197494330
	VISIT DATE: 09/23/2019

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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.

Licensee was also shown 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

New Appeal Process: A licensee may file an appeal, in writing 15 business days from the date of receiving the penalty assessment. All appeals must be sent to:

California Department of Social Services | Community Care Licensing Division

300 N. Continental Blvd. Suite, 290-A

El Segundo, CA 90245

LPAs also discussed with the licensee the effect of Lead Exposure
A copy of the report issued.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jennie Ferreira	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3067
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Karren Starks	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3069
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/23/2019

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/23/2019

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, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: CRYSTAL STAIRS HEAD START - CENTINELA	FACILITY NUMBER: 197494330
	VISIT DATE: 09/23/2019

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LPAs observed the bathrooms for children in care which are across the hall from the classrooms. There were a total of 3 toilets, 3 sinks and 1 urinal. A sufficient supply of toilet paper, soap and paper towels were observed.

The outdoor area which is across the walkway is fully gated. The area has a climbing apparatus with proper cushioning beneath. The facility is obtaining a decal to show the proper age usage of the apparatus. This same apparatus is at another location and was observed for usage by children ages 2-5 years. LPAs observed outdoor tables with an area for shade. Drinking water will be made readily available during outdoor play.

The measurements for the facility are:

Classroom A:

29.50 X 17.75= 523.625 divided by 35 Total 14.96
Side Room: 11.33 X 9.33 =105.7 divide by 35 Total of 3.02

Classroom B:
29.42 X 18.0 = 529.56 divided by 35 Total of 15.1

Side Room: 11.42 X 9.42 equals 107.57 divided by 35 Total 3.07

Outdoors:
40.66 X 49.25 = 2002.5 divided 75 total 26.7

Therefore the facility requested and received a granted Fire Clearance for 40 children, but based on the measurements taken the facility can have a capacity of 36 children indoors with the playground having no more than 26 children at one time.

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.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jennie Ferreira	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3067
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Karren Starks	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3069
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/23/2019

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/23/2019

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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