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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198005624
Report Date: 12/20/2019
Date Signed: 12/20/2019 11:23:27 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:	CHILDREN'S CENTER, INC., THE		FACILITY NUMBER:	198005624
ADMINISTRATOR:	LOVETT, MILDRED		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	2419 GRIFFITH AVENUE		TELEPHONE:	(213) 749-7601
CITY:	LOS ANGELES	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90011
CAPACITY:	98	CENSUS: 82	DATE:	12/20/2019
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:30 AM
MET WITH:	Director, Mildred Lovett		TIME COMPLETED:	11:30 AM

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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Dayna Chambers conducted an unannounced annual inspection to the above facility. LPA met with Mildred Lovett, Director, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. Also present during this inspection was Susana Llamas, Site Supervisor. This is a preschool program which consists of 6 classrooms. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 6:30AM to 5:30 PM.

All areas identified on this report were inspected. Upon arrival, the following staff were present during this inspection: Room #3 (ages 3.5 yrs): Staff #1 and #2 with 16 children; Room # 4 (ages 4): Staff #3 and #4 with 13 children; Room # 5 (ages 4): Staff #5 and #6, with 13 children, Room #6 (ages 2) with staff #7, #8, and #9 with 11 children, and Room #7 (ages 3 )with Staff #10 and #11 with 15 children, Room #8 (ages 4+) with staff #12, #13, #14. with 14 children. 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:

Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and in good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Blankets are taken home each week by parents to be washed . Linens are washed by the center each week. Napping equipment (cots) were observed in separate storage areas . Per Director, the isolation area is located in the Site Supervisors office. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms. General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in classrooms and drinking fountains outside.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino Cochran	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dayna Chambers	TELEPHONE: (323) 558-2962
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 12/20/2019

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/20/2019

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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: CHILDREN'S CENTER, INC., THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198005624
	VISIT DATE: 12/20/2019

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Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Director states that there are no poisons stored at the facility and understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. Facility has one or more functioning dual carbon monoxide and smoke detectors that meet statutory requirements. The facility also has a system that is hardwired to the Fire Department

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 AM snack, lunch and PM snack. LPA observed required licensing documents posted on bulletin board in Site Supervisor's office.

This facility has a separate building located across the street with a kitchen. 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 capable of spoiling 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. The outdoor area had adequate shade. 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. Director states there are no weapons or firearms on the premises.

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 Records were reviewed for completeness; Inspection of required forms was conducted. In review of children’s records, files contain information including, but not limited to the following: Name, address and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary.

Staff Records were reviewed for completeness; Inspection of required forms was conducted.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino Cochran	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dayna Chambers	TELEPHONE: (323) 558-2962
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 12/20/2019

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/20/2019

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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: CHILDREN'S CENTER, INC., THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198005624
	VISIT DATE: 12/20/2019

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Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. Children present were signed in. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 12/18/2019.

First Aid supplies were observed in the classroom. Medications are not currently provided to children.

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

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

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

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 representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00.

Exit interview was conducted with Director, Mildred Lovett, including, but not limited to Provider Rights, Appeal Procedures and Agencies Consultative Role. The Licensee was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these forms.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino Cochran	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dayna Chambers	TELEPHONE: (323) 558-2962
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 12/20/2019

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/20/2019

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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