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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198002619
Report Date: 05/04/2022
Date Signed: 05/04/2022 01:41:36 PM


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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: 35DATE:
05/04/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
10:00 AM
MET WITH:Director - Angie OronaTIME COMPLETED:
01:55 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Randy Derraco conducted an unannounced annual inspection on 05/04/22 at 10:00 AM.. LPA met with Angie Orona , Director, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program which consists of four classrooms. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

All areas identified on this report were inspected. Upon arrival, the following staff were present during this inspection: Room 1: S6 with 11 children; Room 3: S8 with 9 children; Room 4: S4 and S5 with 15 children. LPA observed that room 2 is not being used. Per director, room 2 will re-open when she is fully staffed. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher at all times.

The following was observed during the tour of the facility:

Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign in and out procedures were reviewed. Per licensee, each parent has a PIN number that they use on a tablet located at the entrance of the facility. The tablet is used to sign their respective children in and out of the facility. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 04/05/22. LPA observed required licensing documents posted on bulletin board located on a wall in the outdoor play area.

Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. LPA observed material and equipment are free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated and are operable. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Per Director, Linens are taken home everyday to be washed. Napping equipment (cots) were observed in separate storage areas. Per Director, the isolation area is located in the hallway where the child will wait for pick up from
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Randy DerracoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3431
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 05/04/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 05/04/2022
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 CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: YMCA GLB CREATIVE BEGINNINGS PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198002619
VISIT DATE: 05/04/2022
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parent. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms. General sanitation was observed.

Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children and observed to be located in a locked closet door. According to the Director, medication is not administered to children at the facility. Director states that there are no poisons stored at the facility and understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked. Facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors that meet statutory requirements. First Aid supplies were observed in each of the classroom.

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, AM snack, lunch and PM snack. LPA observed that water is readily available indoors via an water pitcher and disposable cups.

All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. All foods/beverages are stored in covered containers at 45˚ (F) or less.

Outdoor play equipment was observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Outdoor activity space surface is maintained in a safe condition as is free of hazards. Areas around and/or under climbing equipment, swings and slides have cushioning material to absorb a fall. LPA observed that the play structure has an off limits slide that has been made inaccessible by a wooden board and plastic covers. Per director, she currently has a bid to replace the play structure. The outdoor area had adequate shade. LPA observed that water is readily available outdoors via an Igloo container and disposable cups. The Director states that there are no bodies of water on the premises and LPA did not observe any bodies of water during this visit.

All individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection.
Children’s and Staff’s Records were reviewed and are complete.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Randy DerracoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3431
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

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

DATE: 05/04/2022
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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 CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: YMCA GLB CREATIVE BEGINNINGS PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198002619
VISIT DATE: 05/04/2022
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Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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.html

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

At this time, the Director is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today.

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, appeal rights provided, and report was reviewed with the Director Angie Orona .

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Randy DerracoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3431
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

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

DATE: 05/04/2022
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