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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198008126
Report Date: 04/19/2023
Date Signed: 04/19/2023 12:23:25 PM

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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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	GARDEN COOPERATIVE NURSERY SCHOOL, THE		FACILITY NUMBER:	198008126
ADMINISTRATOR:	LISA ANAND		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	3602 EAGLE ROCK BLVD.		TELEPHONE:	(424) 319-0065
CITY:	LOS ANGELES	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90065
CAPACITY:	24	CENSUS: 24	DATE:	04/19/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:19 AM
MET WITH:	Director Lisa Anand		TIME COMPLETED:	12:35 PM

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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Veronica Martinez Garza conducted an unannounced 1-year required inspection at the above facility on 04/19/23 at 09:19AM. A COVID risk assessment was conducted upon entry- appropriate PPE was used inspection. LPA met with designated facility Director, Lisa Anand, who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool parent cooperative program licensed for 24 children which operates Monday and Friday 9:00AM-12:30PM, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:00AM-2:30PM. Per the Director, there are 32 children enrolled.

All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected. LPA observed 24 children with 06 working parents, 02 teachers and the Director. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher at all times.

Furniture and equipment was inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Indoor classroom was inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. All toilets and hand washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. At this time, the "meeting space" is used as an isolation area.

Snack 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/PM snack and children bring their own lunch. Parents take turns providing snacks and there is also emergency snack kept in stock. All kitchen, food preparation, and storage areas are clean, free of litter,rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All food is protected from contamination. Children bring their own water and facility refills water as needed. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on and are in good repair.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana Chico	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Martinez-Garza	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/19/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/19/2023

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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: GARDEN COOPERATIVE NURSERY SCHOOL, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198008126
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 04/19/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

HSC

1596.7995(a)(1)

General Provisions and Definitions

(1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in S2 and S2 did not have proof of Influenza vaccine which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 05/19/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Per Director, she will submit proof of Influenza vaccine to LPA by POC due date.

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:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in S3 does not have proof of Mandated Reporter Training, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 05/19/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Per Director, she will submit proof of Mandated Reporter Training to LPA by POC due date

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: Ana Chico	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Martinez-Garza	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/19/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/19/2023

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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: GARDEN COOPERATIVE NURSERY SCHOOL, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198008126
	VISIT DATE: 04/19/2023

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Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are stored in an area inaccessible to children. Facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors that meet statutory requirements.

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. Areas around and/or under climbing equipment, swings and slides have turf cushioning material to absorb a fall.

Director states there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. 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.

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’s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. Staff Records were reviewed to ensure that appropriate documentation of education credits is on file.

Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed. Director Lisa Anand’s Pediatric FA/CPR expires on 09/03/24.

SB792 Immunization Requirements for Staff and Employees was discussed with the Director. Satff #2 (S2) and S3 are missing proof of influenza vaccine or declination letter.

AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – Implementation was discussed with Licensee. Website provided: http://mandatedreporterca.com S3 is missing proof of Mandated Reporter Training.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. Per Director, there are no children on medication. 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

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana Chico	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Martinez-Garza	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/19/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/19/2023

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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: GARDEN COOPERATIVE NURSERY SCHOOL, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198008126
	VISIT DATE: 04/19/2023

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Licensee 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.

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

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

The deficiencies listed on the following pages were observed by the LPA and are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Please see attached LIC 809D for deficiencies that are being cited and need to be cleared to protect the children’s health & safety.

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.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Lisa Anand and appeal rights were provided.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana Chico	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Martinez-Garza	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/19/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/19/2023

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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