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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198003099
Report Date: 08/01/2024
Date Signed: 08/02/2024 06:13:50 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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
198003099
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		MARGIE ZARATEFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:3443 NOGALESTELEPHONE:
(626) 965-9611
CITY:WEST COVINASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91792
CAPACITY: 40TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 40CENSUS: 10DATE:
08/01/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RequiredUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
08:30 AM
MET WITH:Paulina SaucedoTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
03:45 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Cynthia Reyes conducted an unannounced annual site Inspection to ensure the health and safety standards as required by the regulations governing child care centers are met for this Infant program. LPA met with Paulina Saucedo Assistant Director, who a copy of the Entrance Checklist for Child Care Centers form (LIC 125) was provided. The days and hours of operation are Monday to Friday from 6 AM to 6:30 PM. Licensee email address was verified/obtained during this inspection. The director was advised that the email may be public information.

Director states parents will enter the facility from the parking lot located on the front of the facility. Parents sign in/out is done in the front lobby using the care portal application. The parent board is located in this front lobby area and required postings are visible for all to see. Facility has telephone service and phone number to the school was verified. Health checks are conducted in the class rooms.

The ill/isolation area is located in the directors office. The ill children will use the staff rest room located between the infant classroom A and B. A small chair will be used for the ill infant to use and rest if needed.

LPA was guided through the infant classrooms that are located across from the directors office at the entrance of the school. The following was observed during this inspection. LPA took staff names and position and children census. Assistant Director Paulina took LPA on a tour of the school inside and out. .
  • Infant class room consist of two rooms, A for the younger infants and room B for the older infants. LPA observed 1 teacher with 4 infants in room A and 2 teachers with 6 infants in room B. .
Teacher child ratios were discussed in accordance with Title 22 Regulations and observed. LPA observed the licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Christina Gabelman
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cynthia Reyes
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/01/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/01/2024
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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198003099
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2024
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LPA discussed Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision that children should be under direct supervision and observation, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times.

LPA observed, age appropriate fixtures, furniture, equipment and supplies and all was inspected for age appropriateness and is in good repair. LPA observe and inspected sleeping equipment (cribs/cots) & are age appropriate and in good repair. Toys and play equipment were also observed to be age appropriate clean and safe. All surfaces and materials accessible to children, including toys, are toxic free. LPA observed the facility has central heat and air, overhead lights as well as natural light.

LPA observed the children's bathrooms and all are in good condition, water temperature, paper towels, toilet paper, and all were inspected for safety, sanitation and operable. Child care centers shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well being of children, employees and visitors. Infant do not have a bathroom. Changing tables in room A & B are within hands reach of a sink.

Linen was observed and provided by the school and cleaned daily. Appropriate Individual storage space was observed to be available for each child and cleanliness was observed in the room. The school provides water for the infant bottles if needed and drink freely. Facility provides breakfast, lunch and PM snack. Menus were observed posted. Containers used to discard food have tight fitting lids. Small refrigerators are located in both class rooms. Licensee will take measures to keep the facility free of flies, other insects and rodents. The school kitchen was toured for safety, cleanliness and proper equipment and supplies. A review of cleaning and food supply storage areas was made. All stored food & drinks are dated on shelves & in the refrigerator.

Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors are present and are in operable condition in the class rooms. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors should be checked and batteries replaced as needed. The fire extinguisher type 2A-10BC (Service date 01/11/2024) must be serviced annually or as often as necessary. Fire and earthquake drills must be conducted every 3 months and documented. Last drills were conducted on 07/19/2024. Hazardous items including disinfectants, poisonous, cleaning solutions and any other items that could pose a danger to children were observed to be stored inaccessible to children.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Christina Gabelman
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cynthia Reyes
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
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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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198003099
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2024
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Licensing staff was then guided to the outdoor play area. The yard is self contained by a gate around the infant yard. Infants will use their own water cups/bottles while outdoors. LPA observed age appropriate outdoor toys, play equipment and materials to be clean, safe and in good repair, as well as adequate shade available by use of canopy and trees. All areas around play equipment and slides are cushioned with material to absorb a fall. LPA advised the staff that the children need to be within the direct care and supervision, including visual observation and supervision of the teacher(s) at all times. No bodies of water were observed on the premise.

The facility has no transportation policy. Director states that any lifesaving medication will be stored in a locked area inaccessible to children in care. First aid supplies were observed to have all the required items including a thermometer. There is a fully equipped first aid kit available in each class room.

Criminal Records clearance: Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5-days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30-days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.



Lead Testing: Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023 and then every 5 years after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21,1-CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed on 01/04/2023 with "0" Exceedance in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21,1-CCP. LPA referred licensee to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and water Testing Information.

This facility provides incidental medical services- IMS. LPA reviewed where medication and equipment and supplies are located for "0" children who have IMS and review of children's file and administrative records.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Christina Gabelman
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cynthia Reyes
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
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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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198003099
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2024
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For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

Children’s Records were reviewed for completeness. Inspection of required forms were made and documented on the LIC 857. LPA reviewed Staff records, which are documented on the LIC 859. Staff present will be verified too have proof against TB, measles, pertussis, and influenza, as well as current Mandated reporter. LPA observed during staff file review, that there is at least one person present on this date and at all times, with Pediatric CPR & First Aid. Children's roster & Staff Personnel report was reviewed for completeness.



MyChildCarePlan.org – Licensee, was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms.

To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-carelicensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Christina Gabelman
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cynthia Reyes
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
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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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198003099
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2024
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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-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed 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.

At this time, the licensee is NOT in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, There were deficiency cited during today's Inspection in accordance to the California Code of Regulations Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1. Type B citations, Technical assistant and Consultation was given.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed and consultation was given to Paulina Saucedo Assistant Director. .

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Christina Gabelman
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cynthia Reyes
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
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Created By: Cynthia Reyes On 08/01/2024 at 03:06 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198003099

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
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101216(g)(1)
Personnel Requirements
(1) Except as specified in (3) below, good physical health shall be verified by a health screening, including a test for tuberculosis, performed by or under the supervision of a physician not more than one year prior to or seven days after employment or licensure.

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 5 out of 9 persons which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. STAFF # 1/3/4 AND 8 IS MISSING THE LIC 503 HEALTH SCREENING REPORT
POC Due Date: 08/16/2024
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Assistant Director states will mail or email a copy of all the completed STAFF # 1/3/4 AND 8 503 HEALTH SCREENING REPORT.
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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.

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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 5 out of 9 persons which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. STAFF # 1/2/4/7 AND 8 ARE MISSING THE MANDATED REPORTER CERTIFICATE ON FILE.
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Assistant Director states will mail or email a copy of all the completed STAFF # 1/2/4/7 and 8 MANDATED REPORTER CERTIFICATE.
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:Christina Gabelman
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Cynthia Reyes
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/01/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/01/2024


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