198006099-1-7-2020-54-CC-TTRN-BKLS8P-20200107123929

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198006099
Report Date: 01/07/2020
Date Signed: 01/07/2020 12:39:35 PM

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:	RANCHO LOS AMIGOS CHILDREN'S CENTER		FACILITY NUMBER:	198006099
ADMINISTRATOR:	HELIA CASTELLON		FACILITY TYPE:	830
ADDRESS:	7755 GOLONDRINAS STREET		TELEPHONE:	(562) 401-7981
CITY:	DOWNEY	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90242
CAPACITY:	35	CENSUS: 28	DATE:	01/07/2020
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	08:20 AM
MET WITH:	Center Director		TIME COMPLETED:	10:30 AM

NARRATIVE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tiffanie Tran arrived at the above facility to conduct an annual random inspection. LPA met with Center Director about 8:40 a.m. we toured around the facility. LPA observed proper care and supervision. This premises consists of infant with toddler option and preschool license. This an infant facility. Upon arrival, LPA observed 14 infants with four teachers and 14 toddlers with two teachers. The hours of operation are from 6:30 a.m - 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. LPA observed all posting requirements for operation on the posting board LIC 203A-License, LIC-9213-Notice of site visit, LIC 610 A-Emergency Disaster Plan, LIC 9148-Earthquake Preparedness Check List, PUB 394-Notification of parent’s rights poster, , LIC 613A- Personal Rights, PUB 269- Child Car Seat Law, Menus, Activity Schedule, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, Shaken Baby Syndrome Poster. Furniture and equipment was inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Storage for children's belongings, isolation area was inspected by the Center Director's office. The changing area was within the arm reach of the sink. Children napping area and cribs were observed to be safe and sanitation. LPA suggested an installation of a safety baby gate by the infant's entrance to improve the level of care and supervision and the safety of children in care. Trash can with tight lids, First Aid supplies, smoke detectors; carbon monoxide/fire extinguishers were observed. A review of medication policy, including administering, labeling, storage, and records was made. Sign in and out sheet procedures were reviewed. All bottles, food items and snacks were observed to be efficient with label. LPA observed separate outdoor yard for infant and toddler program. Outdoor equipment was inspected for safety. The play yard was well fenced, LPA observed shade and drinking water was available for children in care. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. 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

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino Cochran	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tiffanie Tran	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
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.

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: RANCHO LOS AMIGOS CHILDREN'S CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 198006099
	VISIT DATE: 01/07/2020

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Staff and children's records were reviewed and completed. LPA observed staff #7 has qualified units for preschool teacher however did not have infant unit to qualify as an infant teacher. Facility failed to show record of currently enrolled for infant course. This could poses a potential risk to the children health and safety. Staff #7 was immediately removed from the infant program and replaced by a qualified staff during today's inspection. LPA discussed and provided the safe sleep for baby pamphlet. Each infant shall be constantly supervised and under direct visual observation by an adult person at all times. Under no circumstances shall any infant be left unattended. In order to visually observed and supervise sleeping infants there should be no obstruction to the view of the infants, which could include transparency walls and/or half walls. LPA recommend that infants sleep safest in crib with no bumpers, pillows, blankets, or toys, and on their backs, and every sleep time counts to reduce the risk of SIDS and other sleep-related causes of infant death. LPA reminded that it is the facility responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. Site supervisor was advised on how to access quarterly reports, forms, and regulations for Child Care online at www.cdss.ca.gov. LPA also advised to read the Child Care quarterly updates every season as the come out to stay informed of any changes or updates to the regulations. LPA informed the Child Care Advocate Program (CCAP) provide many other helpful resources to the licensees and the public. Facility may also register on CCAP website for the new quarterly report to be notified. CCAP’s direct contact information is as followed: Phone number: (916) 654-1541 Email Address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov Beginning January 1, 2018, Health and 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. Volunteers are encouraged but not required to take the training. Existing licensees must meet requirements by March 30, 2018. New employees shall have 90 days from date of employment to complete training as required. This training requirement may be met by using the Department’s Office of Child Abuse Prevention (OCAP) online training modules. Website: www.mandatedreporterca.com

Type B deficiency was cited during today's inspection. POC was corrected during inspection.

Exit interview was conducted and copy of report was discussed and given to the noted person.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino Cochran	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tiffanie Tran	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
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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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: RANCHO LOS AMIGOS CHILDREN'S CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 198006099
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 01/07/2020

Deficiency Type POC Due Date / Section Number	DEFICIENCIES		PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
Type B 01/07/2020 Section Cited	1 2 3 4 5 6 7	Infant Care Teacher Qualifications and Duties This requirement is not met as evidenced by based on record review facility failed to hire qualified infant teacher, staff #7 did not have any infant units which poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.
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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: Trevino Cochran	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tiffanie Tran	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/07/2020

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/07/2020

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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