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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198006462
Report Date: 02/12/2024
Date Signed: 02/12/2024 12:56:11 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 02/12/2024 12:56 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

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:	AEOLIAN		FACILITY NUMBER:	198006462
ADMINISTRATOR:	NATIVIDAD BALLARDO		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	11600 1/2 E. AEOLIAN STREET		TELEPHONE:	(562) 692-4213
CITY:	WHITTIER	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90606
CAPACITY:	40	CENSUS: 9	DATE:	02/12/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:15 AM
MET WITH:	Education Coordinator, Ana Ortega		TIME COMPLETED:	01:15 PM

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On 2/12/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lilli Babcock conducted an unannounced annual inspection. A Covid risk assessment was conducted. LPA met with Education Coordinator, Ana Ortega to whom the reason for the visit was explained. Ms. Ortega guided LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program which is currently licensed for a capacity of 40 children and operates Monday – Friday from 8:00 am – 2:30 pm. Per Ms. Ortega there are 19 children enrolled.

Census was taken upon arrival and the following staff and children were observed by LPA to be present: Room 1: 3 staff caring for 9 children; Room 2 is not operating at this time due to an HVAC issue. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded. LPA confirmed all individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance. All children were observed by LPA to be under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. The licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license.

All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected and the following was observed:

All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that furniture and equipment are age-appropriate and in good repair, and the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. Napping equipment including cots and bedding were inspected for good condition and appropriate storage. Per Ms. Ortega, children take

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3439
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli Babcock	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/12/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/12/2024

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: AEOLIAN	FACILITY NUMBER: 198006462
	VISIT DATE: 02/12/2024

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their bedding home to wash weekly. Storage for children's belongings were inspected and LPA observed children have their own labeled cubbies to store their belongings in both Room #1 and Room #2. Water and cups are provided by the facility and children are allowed to drink freely at any time.

LPA observed toys and materials for children in the classrooms. Age- appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in restrooms used by children.

Per Ms. Ortega, the office is used as an isolation area and ill children use the staff restroom located in Classroom #1. Per Ms. Ortega, staff provide 100% supervision when ill child is using the isolation room and/or restroom, and parents are contacted immediately when children are determined to be ill and staff are ensuring that children with obvious symptoms of illness are not being accepted.

Food menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request. The facility provides AM snack/breakfast and lunch. All food provided comes from the Plaza De La Raza central kitchen and is delivered daily. All kitchen, food preparation, and food storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents, and other vermin. All food is protected from contamination, and LPA inspected that any contaminated food is discarded immediately. LPA inspected food to be in good quantity and quality, labeled with expiration dates.

All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on and are in good repair. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Ms. Ortega stated that disinfectants and cleaning compounds are stored in locked cabinets. LPA observed cabinets to be locked. Ms. Ortega states that there are no poisons or firearms on the premises, and none were observed on this day. First aid kits were available in each classroom. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Per Ms. Ortega, the facility has their own land line.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3439
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli Babcock	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/12/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/12/2024

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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: AEOLIAN	FACILITY NUMBER: 198006462
	VISIT DATE: 02/12/2024

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LPA observed the facility to have operable carbon monoxide and smoke detectors on this day that meet the standards established in Chapter 8 of Part 2 of Division 12.

The facility has an outdoor play area that is fully fenced. Outdoor playground equipment is in a safe condition, free of sharp, loose 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 absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. There are safe toys, play equipment and materials observed for children outside on playground. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. Per Ms. Ortega, teachers will bring out a water jug and cups, on a tray, each time the classroom goes outdoors.

Sign-in and Sign-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. LPA reviewed facility roster and Disaster Drill log. Last drill was conducted on 12/10/23. LPA observed all required posted forms to be posted at the entrance of each classroom.

Staff Records and Children’s Records were reviewed. LPA observed children’s files reviewed to be complete. Inspection of required forms were made. Children’s files reviewed 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.LPA reviewed staff files. LPA observed staff to have current Mandated Reporter Training (AB1207), and staff immunization records (Influenza, Measles, and Pertussis) were observed to be complete. LPA observed at least one person present during the inspection to be trained in Pediatric First Aid and CPR.

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

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3439
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli Babcock	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/12/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/12/2024

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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: AEOLIAN	FACILITY NUMBER: 198006462
	VISIT DATE: 02/12/2024

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To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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/inspection- process.

Facility representative 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.

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 in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. PIN 22- 05-CCP

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee [or 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 licensee [or 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.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3439
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli Babcock	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/12/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/12/2024

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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: AEOLIAN	FACILITY NUMBER: 198006462
	VISIT DATE: 02/12/2024

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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 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 are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/.

Facility representative 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.

At this time, the licensee 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.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Ana Ortega.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3439
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli Babcock	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/12/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/12/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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