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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198001760
Report Date: 04/05/2022
Date Signed: 04/05/2022 05:12:13 PM


Document Has Been Signed on 04/05/2022 05:12 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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754



FACILITY NAME:RIO HONDO COLLEGE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
198001760
ADMINISTRATOR:GETHERS, SHIREETHHAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:3600 WORKMAN MILL RD.TELEPHONE:
(562) 908-3494
CITY:WHITTIERSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90601
CAPACITY:120CENSUS: 20DATE:
04/05/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:00 AM
MET WITH:Director, Cindy O'NeillTIME COMPLETED:
05:20 PM
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On 04/05/2022 at 9:00 am, Licensing Program Analyst’s (LPA’s) Lilli Babcock and Roxana Lopez conducted an unannounced required inspection. A risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. LPA’s met with Director, Cindy O’Neill, who guided LPA’s on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool age program which is operated by Rio Hondo Community College District and is located on the premises of Rio Hondo College. Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 120 children and operates Monday – Friday from 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Per the Director there are 29 children enrolled.

All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following staff were present during this inspection: Room 1: Staff #4 and Staff #5 with 5 children; Outdoors: Staff #1, Staff #2 and Staff #3 with 15 children. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. The licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license.

LPA’s observed the facility to be clean and sanitary. Furniture and equipment were inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. At 9:57 am LPA’s observed paint is chipping from vertical pipe attached to outside wall in courtyard, located outside Classroom #2. Stucco next to pipe in the same area has crumbled and there is a hole in the stucco near the concrete ground. All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. Napping equipment (mats/cots) and bedding were inspected for good condition, appropriate storage, and cleanliness. The facility washes the sheets at the facility weekly. Storage for children's belongings were inspected. All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. At this time, a room in the office is used as an isolation area. A bathroom for use by ill children is also in this area. Parents are contacted immediately when children are determined to be ill and staff are ensuring that children with obvious ______________________________Page 1 of 4____________________________________

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOostenTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli BabcockTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/05/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/05/2022
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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754


FACILITY NAME: RIO HONDO COLLEGE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198001760

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 04/05/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101238(a)
Buildings and Grounds
(a) The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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LPA's observed paint is chipping from vertical pipe attached to outside wall in courtyard, located outside Classroom #2. Stucco next to pipe in the same area has crumbled and there is a hole in the stucco near the concrete ground.the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 05/05/2022
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Per Director, they will put in a work order to have the hole in the stucco fixed and paint on the pole repaired. Director will email LPA proof of repair.
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101226(e)(3)(A)
Health-Related Services
(3) Prescription medications may be administered if all of the following conditions are met: (A) Prescription medications shall be administered in accordance with the label directions as prescribed by the child's physician.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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LPA's observed expired medications locked in the medication drawer in Room #2. Medications were for Child #1 and included one Epinephrine Auto Injector Pen, which expired in 5/21 and Children's Allergy Medication, which expired on 2/4/22. Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 04/15/2022
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Per Director, she will email LPA pictures of new medication and IMS Plan.

Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOostenTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli BabcockTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/05/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/05/2022
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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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: RIO HONDO COLLEGE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198001760
VISIT DATE: 04/05/2022
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symptoms of illness are not being accepted.

Snack menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. The facility provides breakfast, lunch and PM snack. All kitchen, food preparation, and storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All food is protected from contamination. There is drinking water available in all indoor classrooms and children use water bottles brought from home while outdoors. Water bottles can be refilled using outdoor drinking fountain. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on and are in good repair. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are stored in an area inaccessible to children.

At 9:40 am LPA’s observed a fire extinguisher. The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 12/22/2021, as indicated on service tag. At 9:44 am smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable.

The facility has 2 yards that are fully fenced. Outdoor playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard.



Facility uses a digital sign in/sign out procedure. LPA’s observed all 20 children present to be signed in on this day. Last fire drill was conducted on 2/17/22. Staff Records were reviewed. Staff #2 and Staff #5 did not have current Mandated Reporter Training Certificates in their file. A sampling of 10 Children’s Record Files were reviewed and all 10 were complete. Criminal Record Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid were reviewed.

AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers.



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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOostenTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli BabcockTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/05/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/05/2022
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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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: RIO HONDO COLLEGE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198001760
VISIT DATE: 04/05/2022
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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

At 10:20 am, LPA’s observed expired medications locked in the medication drawer in Room #2. Medications were for Child #1 and included one Epinephrine Auto Injector Pen, which expired in 5/21 and Children's Allergy Medication, which expired on 2/4/22. LPA's observed an email from Director to mother on 2/2/21, in which Director notified mother medications were expired and requesting new medications for Child #1. LPA's also heard Director call mother to request updated medications on 4/5/22.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee [facility representative] of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov.



Facility representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.


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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOostenTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli BabcockTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/05/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/05/2022
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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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: RIO HONDO COLLEGE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198001760
VISIT DATE: 04/05/2022
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To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/process.

Based on the LPA’s observations and records reviews, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health and safety.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative, Cindy O’Neill.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOostenTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli BabcockTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/05/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/05/2022
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