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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198002619
Report Date: 01/07/2020
Date Signed: 01/07/2020 11:58:34 AM

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:YMCA GLB CREATIVE BEGINNINGS PRESCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
198002619
ADMINISTRATOR:NICOLAS ARAYAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:5600 LINDEN AVE.TELEPHONE:
(562) 422-2616
CITY:LONG BEACHSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90805
CAPACITY:54CENSUS: 52DATE:
01/07/2020
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:32 AM
MET WITH:Nicolas ArayaTIME COMPLETED:
12:15 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Warren Birks conducted an unannounced Required 3 Year inspection. LPA met with Director Nicolas Araya who guided analysts on tour of the facility. The is a preschool program which provides half day/full day care for children age three through Kindergarten. The facility is located on the site of a Church building and operates Monday through Friday 7:00am to 05:00pm.

All areas of the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following was observed: Room 1: One teacher and nine children; Room 2: One Teacher and nine children; Room 3: Two teachers and 12 children; Room 4: Three Teachers and 22 children.

Physical Plant. Furniture and equipment was inspected for age appropriateness and good repair free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Floors are clean and safe. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions are kept in an inaccessible storage area in the facility. Note: Any Poisons shall be kept locked. The primary lighting source is overhead lighting. The facility has central air/heating. Electrical outlets are covered.

Napping equipment and bedding was inspected for good condition, appropriate storage and cleanliness. Children's bedding is taken home weekly to be cleaned and napping cots are also cleaned weekly. Each child has their own cubby to keep their personnel belongings. Restrooms are clean and odor free. There is an adequate supply of toilet paper, paper towels. All restroom fixtures are height appropriate for children. Staff have their own restroom located near Room 1. The isolation area for ill children is located in the Director's office. A cot is available if necessary and children are escorted to the staff bathroom if ill. The facility provides an am/pm snack and breakfast and lunch. Menus are posted at least one week in advance where it can be visible seen by the child's authorized representative. Food and snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. LPA advised Director to always ensure that expiration dates for all stored food items be readily visible to staff and/or Licensing.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 980-4934
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Warren BirksTELEPHONE: 323-981-3373
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/07/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/07/2020
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 CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: YMCA GLB CREATIVE BEGINNINGS PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198002619
VISIT DATE: 01/07/2020
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There is drinking water available indoors and outdoors. Containers used to discard food have tight fitting lids at this time. The outdoor play area is comprised of concrete, turf cushioning material (which surrounds the climbing equipment) and grass. There are shade covers installed to provide relief form the sun on hot days. Teacher child ratios were observed and staff names recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. The facility uses electronic sign in and sign and printout are always available upon request. First Aid supplies are available.

LPA was informed that individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption listed on a Master list. LPA to verify Master List through Licensing information Systems at later time when system is working. LPA reviewed all staff records to verify items such as education, mandated reporter training, personnel records, CPR certification and immunization). Staff CPR expires February 17, 2020. The name of the child care center designated person to act in the Site Supervisor's absence is on file.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS)


This facility provides Incidental Medical Services - 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. Any medications requiring refrigeration are stored in an inaccessible refrigerator. Medication policy is as follows: A prescription medication policy is as follows: Facility only administers prescription medication only. A form must completed by parent and the same form is completed by staff once medication is administered. Medication is kept locked in a file cabinet.

AB1207: The following is a reminder: As of January 1, 2018, Health & 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. New employees shall have 90 days from date of employment to complete training as required. The training may be met by using the Department’s Office of Child Abuse Prevention (OCAP) online training modules at: http://www.mandatedreporterca.com/.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 980-4934
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Warren BirksTELEPHONE: 323-981-3373
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/07/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/07/2020
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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: YMCA GLB CREATIVE BEGINNINGS PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198002619
VISIT DATE: 01/07/2020
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UPDATE: Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a daycare facility if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year. All adults have the required immunizations.

LPA advised the Site Supervisor to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov. REMINDER: Failure to obtain criminal record background check clearances and associations prior to initial presence in the facility will result in an immediate $100.00 dollar or more per day Civil Penalty. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) – must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing reprehensive. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. Exit interview was conducted with Director Nicolas Araya.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 980-4934
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Warren BirksTELEPHONE: 323-981-3373
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/07/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/07/2020
LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)
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