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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198002646
Report Date: 08/18/2022
Date Signed: 08/18/2022 11:14:17 AM


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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:BRIGHT TIME CHILD CARE LEARNING CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
198002646
ADMINISTRATOR:SHANNON BATISTAFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:6504 E. SOUTH STREETTELEPHONE:
(562) 867-8583
CITY:LAKEWOODSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90713
CAPACITY:19CENSUS: 0DATE:
08/18/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
08:40 AM
MET WITH:Director, Shannon BatistaTIME COMPLETED:
11:30 AM
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On August 18, 2022 at 8:40 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Monique Ayala conducted an unannounced inspection at the facility noted above and met with Director, Shannon Batista. The purpose of the inspection was to conduct the Required 1 Year inspection at the facility. Entrance Checklist – Child Care Centers (LIC 125) was provided to the Director upon arrival. The facility is currently licensed for 19 infants, ages 6 weeks thru 24 months. There is also a licensed preschool (License Number: 198002647) and school-age program (License Number: 192002670) located on site. Per Director, the infant program operates Monday through Friday from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm.

The Director guided LPA on a tour of the inside and outside of the facility. All areas on the facility sketch were inspected. The facility has two (2) classrooms; Infant Classroom (currently vacant) and Toddler Classroom. Upon arrival, the following staff were present for the infant program: the Director and Teacher/Staff (S1). No children for the infant license were present today. Per Director, the program has not had any infants enrolled since the pandemic, but currently has three (3) toddlers enrolled.

Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Napping equipment (cribs and mats) were observed. Per Director, bedding is taken home weekly by parents or authorized representatives to be washed. Per Director, the isolation area is in the Director’s office. In the Director’s office, a mat can be placed on the floor for an ill child and the staff restroom is readily available if an ill child requires it. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in each classroom. At 8:53 am, LPA observed the toddler restroom currently being used for storage. LPA observed the sink located in the restroom inaccessible due to items being stored on-top of the sink. Per Director, the program does not have any children currently enrolled who are potty trained and the program does not offer potty training. Pre Director, the sink next to the changing table is used by children. General sanitation was observed in both classrooms.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Valarie CookTELEPHONE: (323) 513-3858
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique AyalaTELEPHONE: (323) 246-2016
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/18/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/18/2022
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: BRIGHT TIME CHILD CARE LEARNING CENTER

FACILITY NUMBER: 198002646

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:

VISIT DATE: 08/18/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101239(e)(4)
Fixtures, Furniture, Equipment and Supplies
(4) All toilets, handwashing and bathing facilities shall be maintained in safe and sanitary operating condition. Additional equipment, aids and/or conveniences shall be provided as needed in centers that serve children with physical disabilities.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as LPA observed the toddler restroom currently being used for storage making the sink inaccessible which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 09/19/2022
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Director will clear the Toddler restroom to ensure that the sink is accessible for children, and will submit proof to LPA via e-mail by September 19th.
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.8662(b)(1)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 2 staff records (Director and Teacher) did not have the Mandated Reporter (AB 1207) certificate of completion which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 09/19/2022
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Staff will complete the required Mandated Reporter (AB 1207) training and the Director will submit proof of completion to LPA via e-mail by September 19th.

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: Valarie CookTELEPHONE: (323) 513-3858
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique AyalaTELEPHONE: (323) 246-2016
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/18/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/18/2022
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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: BRIGHT TIME CHILD CARE LEARNING CENTER

FACILITY NUMBER: 198002646

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:

VISIT DATE: 08/18/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101215.1(m)
Child Care Center Director Qualifications and Duties
(m) A child care center director shall complete 16 hours of health and safety training if necessary pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as the Director did not have on record the Preventative Health and Safety Practices certificate of completion which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 09/19/2022
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The Director will complete the required Preventative Health and Safety Practices (EMSA-approved) course and submit proof of completion to LPA via e-mail by September 19th.
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CCR
101216(f)
Personnel Requirements
(f) At least one staff member who is trained in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first aid pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866 shall be present when children are at the child care center or offsite for center activities.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 2 staff records (Director and Teacher) have expired Pediatric First Aid and CPR certificates which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 09/19/2022
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Staff will renew their Pediatric First Aid and CPR certifications and the Director will submit proof of completion to LPA via e-mail by September 19th.

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: Valarie CookTELEPHONE: (323) 513-3858
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique AyalaTELEPHONE: (323) 246-2016
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/18/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/18/2022
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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: BRIGHT TIME CHILD CARE LEARNING CENTER

FACILITY NUMBER: 198002646

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:

VISIT DATE: 08/18/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101416.2(g)
Infant Care Teacher Qualifications and Duties
(g) An infant care teacher shall complete 16 hours of health and safety training if necessary pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as the Infant/Toddler Teacher (S1) did not have on record the Preventative Health and Safety Practices certificate of completion which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 09/19/2022
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The Infant/Toddler Teacher (S1) will complete the required Preventative Health and Safety Pratices (EMSA-approved) course and the Director will submit proof of completion to LPA by September 19th.
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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: Valarie CookTELEPHONE: (323) 513-3858
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique AyalaTELEPHONE: (323) 246-2016
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/18/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/18/2022
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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: BRIGHT TIME CHILD CARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198002646
VISIT DATE: 08/18/2022
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The facility has an operating carbon monoxide detector that was tested by the Director. Smoke detectors were not tested during this visit due to the smoke detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm. The fire extinguishers are fully charged and were last serviced on January 3, 2021. Director was advised to have the fire extinguishers serviced annually.

Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are hazardous to children, were made inaccessible to children in all areas. Director confirmed that there are no poisons stored at the facility. All kitchen, food preparation 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 have tight-fitting covers that are kept on and in good repair.

Outdoor playground equipment is in a safe condition, free of sharp, lose 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, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that could absorb a fall. There is adequate shade in the outdoor play yard. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. No bodies of water were observed on the premises.

All individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption. During this inspection staff present have expired Pediatric First Aid and CPR certifications (EMSA-approved).

LPA conducted a record review of 3 children’s records and 2 personnel records for completeness. Based on the record reviews, children's records were complete with all the required documents per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12. Based on the record review, the Director and Teacher/Staff (S1) do not have on record a current Mandated Reporter (AB 1207) certificate of completion, and Preventative Health and Safety Practices (EMSA-approved) certificate of completion. The names of children and staff whose records were reviewed were documented.

Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign-in and sign-out sheets were reviewed. The disaster drill log was available, and the last drill was conducted on July 8, 2022. Per Director, transportation is not provided by the facility.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Valarie CookTELEPHONE: (323) 513-3858
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique AyalaTELEPHONE: (323) 246-2016
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/18/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/18/2022
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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: BRIGHT TIME CHILD CARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198002646
VISIT DATE: 08/18/2022
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The facility provides children with morning and afternoon snacks. Per Director, parents or authorized representatives have the option to purchase breakfast and/or lunch for the child. Per Director, most children bring their own snacks and lunch each day from home. Food menus are posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child’s parent or authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request. During the inspection, snacks were reviewed for availability and quantity.

First Aid supplies were observed and kept in each classroom. According to the Director, medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note and medication is stored in a locked box at the front desk near the lobby.

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.htm.

Director 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.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the Director 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 the Director 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.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Valarie CookTELEPHONE: (323) 513-3858
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique AyalaTELEPHONE: (323) 246-2016
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/18/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/18/2022
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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: BRIGHT TIME CHILD CARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198002646
VISIT DATE: 08/18/2022
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LPA advised the Director on how to access forms, regulations, quarterly updates, and Provider Information Notices (PINs) on the Department website at: www.ccld.ca.gov.

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.

Deficiencies were cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 (refer to deficiency pages).

A Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Shannon Batista. Appeal Rights were discussed, and a copy was provided to the facility representative.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Valarie CookTELEPHONE: (323) 513-3858
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique AyalaTELEPHONE: (323) 246-2016
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/18/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/18/2022
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