197494908-10-15-2021-30-CC-JCHR-C7TRE4-20211015125655

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197494908
Report Date: 10/15/2021
Date Signed: 10/15/2021 12:57:21 PM

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:	WESTCHESTER LUTHERAN LEARNING CNTR		FACILITY NUMBER:	197494908
ADMINISTRATOR:	SHIRLEY BECKER		FACILITY TYPE:	830
ADDRESS:	7831 S SEPULVEDA BLVD		TELEPHONE:	(310) 670-5422
CITY:	LOS ANGELES	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90045
CAPACITY:	29	CENSUS: 0	DATE:	10/15/2021
TYPE OF VISIT:	Prelicensing	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:25 AM
MET WITH:	Shirley Becker - Director		TIME COMPLETED:	01:11 PM

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On 10/15/2021 at 9:30 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jillinda Chandler made an announced visit to Westchester Lutheran Learning Center for the purpose of conducting a pre-licensing inspection. LPA met with director Shirley Becker who provided a tour of the facility. The applicant is requesting an Infant license, with a capacity of 24, ages 0 -2 years of age. Operating days and hours are Monday - Friday; 7:a.m. - 6:00 p.m. The center also has a pre-school license (191602339) located on the same site. There are five class rooms at this location, infant operations will be held in two adjoining rooms on the north side of the preschool. There is an approved fire clearance on file conducted by Herbert Reddick of the L.A. County fire department.

The following was observed of the:

INDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE

Fire extinguishers were 2AB10C or larger. Last inspection was conducted in 2021

Carbon monoxide detectors were observed in

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Peter Flores	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3077
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3068
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/15/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/15/2021

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: WESTCHESTER LUTHERAN LEARNING CNTR	FACILITY NUMBER: 197494908
	VISIT DATE: 10/15/2021

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First aid kits were located in each room, with the required essentials: scissors, bandages, tweezers, medical ointment and thermometer.

Age appropriate toys and equipment were observed in good repair

Drinking water will be provided, center will use filtered water to fill the children's personal water containers

a central heating and cooling system provided air and heating.

Windows were in good repair free of chipping paint, dirt, insects or debris.

Adequate lighting was observed

Classrooms were clean in good repair.

Storage for children’s belongings were observed

Trash cans used for solid waste were observed with tight fitting lids

There were no fireplaces and open face heaters observed

Disinfectants and cleaning solution and other toxins or poisons were made inaccessible to children, placed in locked cabinets

The directors office will be used for isolation of ill children and the staff restroom located inside the classroom will be used for ill children

The classrooms are not equipped with working telephones, staff uses mobile communication devices to communicate with staff, the nearest working telephone is located in the office.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Peter Flores	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3077
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3068
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/15/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/15/2021

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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: WESTCHESTER LUTHERAN LEARNING CNTR	FACILITY NUMBER: 197494908
	VISIT DATE: 10/15/2021

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Parents/Authorized adult will sign in using their an electronic sign in and out device, such devise shall be capable of printing a hard copy of signatures upon request of licensing or other enforcement agencies.

The required postings were also posted in a prominent area for parent and visitors observation.

The napping area is located in room 2 (as identified on facility sketch) with 8 standard cribs with emergency evacuation wheel. No drop down sides or porta cribs were observed, mats were available for age appropriate infants

No baby walkers or bouncers were observed during today inspection. The applicant was informed that these types of equipment are not allowed.

Low sitting feeding chairs and tables were observed in good repair.

Measurements for the indoor activity space was 974.61 divided by 35 SQ. FT. per child

FOOD SERVICE:

Meals will be provided by parents and the center will provide snacks

Weekly menus were posted for review. Applicant shall make preparation for alternate meals for children with allergies

The center has a food prepping area for heating meals and formula a refrigerator for storing foods and formulas.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Peter Flores	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3077
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3068
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/15/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/15/2021

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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: WESTCHESTER LUTHERAN LEARNING CNTR	FACILITY NUMBER: 197494908
	VISIT DATE: 10/15/2021

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Infants bottle and foods shall properly labeled with child’s names

Center shall devise an Incidental Medical Service plan and provide to parents of children with allergies (epi-pen), asthmatic (inhalers), and children needing G-tube feeding

RESTROOMS

THERE WERE:

2 toilets and 3 sinks = 1 per 15 children. LPA observed 2 changing tables 1 in each room

Toilets and sinks were age appropriate

The restrooms were clean and sanitized with the necessary toiletries, sinks and toilets were operable and in good repair. Faucets delivered cold water.

OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE

Age appropriate toys and equipment were observed in the outdoor activity space in good repair.

The play yard was completely gated with a 4 inch or higher gate.

No hazardous conditions or equipment was observed during today’s visit

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Peter Flores	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3077
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3068
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/15/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/15/2021

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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: WESTCHESTER LUTHERAN LEARNING CNTR	FACILITY NUMBER: 197494908
	VISIT DATE: 10/15/2021

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No climbing apparatus was observed, the play yards consisted of sand and grass area

Water pitchers will be available for an outdoor water source

Trees, Awnings, and sun sails provided shading

Benches for resting were available for children’s use

Measurements for the outdoor activity area were 1928.80 divided by 75 sq. ft. per child

Based on todays inspection the center shall be recommended for a capacity of 24 children determined by the requested capacity.

An exit interview was conducted and copy of this report was provided to the director Shirley Becker.

The next page are relevant updates that were discussed related to Child Care Centers and Family Day Cares

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Peter Flores	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3077
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3068
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/15/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/15/2021

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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: WESTCHESTER LUTHERAN LEARNING CNTR	FACILITY NUMBER: 197494908
	VISIT DATE: 10/15/2021

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Licensee/Applicant was made aware that state law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers and any other items that fall into that category.
Licensee/Applicant was advised that regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco in a private residence licensed as a family childcare home during the hours of operation.
Licensee/Applicant was reminded that all infants must be placed on their backs when sleeping to prevent S.I.D.S. (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome), and to never shake a baby to prevent the Shaken Baby Syndrome.
Applicant was also reminded that only children eating may be in highchairs and that car seats are utilized only for transportation.
The "Notification of Parent's Rights" (PUB394) was discussed with the licensee and the licensee was advised that it must be posted in an area of the home accessible to parents.
Licensee/Applicant 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 to disseminate information on the State’s licensing role, provide information to the public and parents on childcare 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
Also, discussed was; Commencing September 1, 2016, SB 792, 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. Exemption were also discussed 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
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department. 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

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Peter Flores	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3077
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3068
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/15/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/15/2021

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