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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198016201
Report Date: 06/11/2021
Date Signed: 06/11/2021 03:09:08 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:	SOUTH REGION EARLY EDUCATION CENTER #2		FACILITY NUMBER:	198016201
ADMINISTRATOR:	ANA VIDAL		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	8914 HUNT AVE		TELEPHONE:	(323) 249-5779
CITY:	SOUTH GATE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90280
CAPACITY:	175	CENSUS: 30	DATE:	06/11/2021
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	01:00 PM
MET WITH:	Ana Vidal, Principal		TIME COMPLETED:	03:30 PM

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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	An unannounced Required One Year Inspection was conducted on this day by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lucero. Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 175 preschool children. Prior to arrival to the facility, LPA conducted COVID-19 pre-screening questions. During the COVID-19 pre-screening questions, it was stated that the facility is not aware of any staff or children having been exposed to COVID-19 persons within the last 14 days, no staff or children currently have COVID-19 related symptoms, and all staff and children are wearing facial masks as required. LPA entered the facility at 1:00pm and stated the purpose of the inspection. Licensing staff met with Principal Ana Vidal. The program currently operates Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 5:30pm. Licensing staff was taken on a guided tour of the facility of both indoors and outdoors at 1:45pm by Principal Vidal. At the initial start of the site visit, there is a total census of 30 napping children and a total census of 12 teachers present. LPA observed six napping children with three staff in Room #2, nine napping children with three staff in Room #3, nine napping children with three staff in Room #6, and six napping children with three staff in Room #7. Principal stated that the facility currently has low enrollment due to COVID-19 precaution and social distancing guidelines. LPA observed Rooms #1, #4, and #5 not currently in use by facility. Furniture and equipment was inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Storage for children's belongings was observed. Mat/cot was inspected. LPA observed cots properly stored without touching one another. Availability of drinking water was reviewed. LPA observed the drinking fountains are not being used as to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. LPA observed each child to have a water bottle at their desk provided by the facility. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, area safety and sanitation. Toys observed to be clean.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Armando J Lucero	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3435
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/11/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/11/2021

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: SOUTH REGION EARLY EDUCATION CENTER #2	FACILITY NUMBER: 198016201
	VISIT DATE: 06/11/2021

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A first aid kit is kept in each classroom. Carbon monoxide detector is present and functional. Smoke detectors/Fire Alarm is present in the facility and observed to be hardwired throughout the facility building. Fire extinguishers are present and serviced in 2020. Snack/lunch menus were reviewed. Food and snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. Facility provides morning snack, lunch, and afternoon snack to the children in care.

Outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and appropriateness. Required shade, drinking water and fencing were inspected. LPA Lucero advised that the children need to be within the direct care and supervision, including visual supervision of the teacher(s) at all times. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water; no bodies of water or hazards observed. Children bring out their water bottles for outdoor play as drinking fountains are currently not being used to deter the spread of COVID-19.

LPA discussed protocol in place in regards COVID-19. Staff stated protocol in place is having parents not fully enter the facility and sign in and out will take place at the front door entrance. The child care area is big enough to meet the 6 feet distance. staff scan the children for any symptoms such as fever, running nose, cough or child's behavior and will inform parent child cannot stay if any symptoms related to COVID-19 or if symptoms appear during the day, facility will isolate the child and call parent for pick up. Children will wash their hands during arrival, entering the facility from outdoor play, meal times, covering their cough and using the restroom. LPA observed hand washing posters posted in the bathroom and COVID-19 symptoms poster in the front entrance and hand sanitizer for parents (inaccessible to children). Director stated they are aware of cleaning, disinfecting and sanitizing and the importance of the constant hand washing.

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: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Armando J Lucero	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3435
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/11/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/11/2021

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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: SOUTH REGION EARLY EDUCATION CENTER #2	FACILITY NUMBER: 198016201
	VISIT DATE: 06/11/2021

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All individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption as a condition of employment with the Los Angeles Unified School District. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. Staff present did have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file.

Teacher-child ratios were observed and staff names recorded. Care and supervision were evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Personal Rights of children were observed by LPA. 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.

The following was discussed with the Principal/Director:
Rooms that are off-limits need to be made inaccessible during operating hours. Smoking is prohibited. The Director was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care.

The fire extinguisher type 2A-10BC must be serviced annually or as often as necessary. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors should be checked and batteries replaced as needed. Changes should be reported to the Department as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your location.

Mandatory Forms for the children’s files and staff files, requirements for fire drills, earthquake drills and documentation were discussed. Role and responsibilities of being a Mandated Reporter were reviewed. Director was made aware that it is his/her responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. The Director was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care.

LPA advised Director that all adults 18 years of age and older providing Care & Supervision and/or have continuous presence in the facility shall adhere to a criminal background clearance with the Department of Justice, FBI and Child Abuse Index Check. The Director was also advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and to CCL within the time frame specified by the regulation.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Armando J Lucero	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3435
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/11/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/11/2021

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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: SOUTH REGION EARLY EDUCATION CENTER #2	FACILITY NUMBER: 198016201
	VISIT DATE: 06/11/2021

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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 26 27 28 29 30 31 32	Director advised that indoor and outdoor supervision required at all times. If outdoor area not adequately fenced, provider must be with children at all times when outdoors. There were no deficiencies cited during today's visit in accordance to the California Code of Regulations Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1. Exit interview, copy of report was given. Appeal rights were issued and discussed.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Armando J Lucero	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3435
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/11/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/11/2021

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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