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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198015106
Report Date: 01/29/2020
Date Signed: 01/29/2020 03:39:43 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:EUCLID HEAD STARTFACILITY NUMBER:
198015106
ADMINISTRATOR:MARCIE HOUCHENFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:817 S. EUCLID AVENUETELEPHONE:
(323) 264-9220
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90023
CAPACITY:30CENSUS: 24DATE:
01/29/2020
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
02:15 PM
MET WITH:Center ManagerTIME COMPLETED:
03:50 PM
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Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Tiffanie Tran and Nolan Tcheng arrived at the above facility to conduct an unannounced annual random inspection. LPAs met with center manager and about 2:30 p.m we toured the facility inside and outside.
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, and Activity Schedule. All center staff that was present during today’s visit had fingerprint cleared and associated to the designated license number.
The facility operates two double session (8:30 AM – 12:00 AM and 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM; Monday-Friday). LPA inspected the furniture and equipment for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Storage for children's belongings, isolation area was inspected. Children do not nap since they are only at the facility for half a day (3.5 hours). Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, paper towels, area safety and sanitation. All classrooms has 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. The facility roster was up to date and fire and emergency disaster drills were conducted monthly. Emergency disaster plan is updated and reflected to the current operation. Children records were reviewed and in good order. Staff records located in the main office. LPA will arrange another visit for the files review at the main office.
The facility had seven children required special food accommodation due to food allergies and a child requires Epi on site as needed.
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 CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tiffanie TranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/29/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/29/2020
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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: EUCLID HEAD START
FACILITY NUMBER: 198015106
VISIT DATE: 01/29/2020
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The facility serves breakfast, lunch and snacks. All food items and snacks are delivered daily to the facility from Chefables. Water is accessible indoor and outdoor by use of cups and igloo. Outdoor play area was all fenced. Equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness. LPA observed shade as well as drinking water fountain was provided. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water.

There were no deficiencies cited during today’s inspection. Exit interview conducted the following was discussed with the licensee:

LPAs informed the effects of lead exposure for children between ages 1-6 years old are the most at risk for lead poisoning. A copy of lead exposure was provided.
Licensee was informed of responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-540-4000. Also call the Community Care Licensing office and follow up with a written Unusual Incident/Injury Report (LIC 624B). Licensee is reminded that smoking is prohibited on the premises. The facility was informed that the presence of teachers in the facility without Criminal Record Clearance or Exemption will be cited and civil penalty assessed for $100 per day. The facility may find additional information and forms on the Department’s website at www.ccld.ca.gov including information on the Live Scan application (LIC 9163). Appointments can be made for Live Scan at 1-800-315-4507. LPAs 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. LPAs informed the Child Care Advocate Program (CCAP) provide many other helpful resources to the licensees and the public. Visit www.cdss.ca.gov to receive important updates. 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. Visit: www.mandatedreporterca.com
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tiffanie TranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/29/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/29/2020
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