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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198017158
Report Date: 11/14/2019
Date Signed: 11/14/2019 11:40:34 AM

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:ELLA FITZGERALD CDC/DREW CHILD DEVELOPMENT CORPORAFACILITY NUMBER:
198017158
ADMINISTRATOR:OLA BAILEYFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:2590 INDUSTRY WAYTELEPHONE:
(310) 669-9440
CITY:LYNWOODSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90262
CAPACITY:40CENSUS: 19DATE:
11/14/2019
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
08:00 AM
MET WITH:Ola Bailey, Director TIME COMPLETED:
10:50 AM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rita Ramos conducted an unannounced 3 year required annual inspection. LPA met with Ola Bailey, Director, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program which consists of 1 large classroom divided into 2 groups. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

All areas identified on this report were inspected. Upon arrival, the following staff were present during this inspection: Staff #1, #2 and #3 with 19 preschoolers. The following was observed during the tour of the facility:

Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Linens are taken home each week to be washed. Napping equipment (cots) were observed in a separate storage room. Per Director, the isolation area is located next to the office. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms. General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in classrooms.


Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Director states that there are no poisons stored at the facility.

All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids.

Outdoor playground equipment is in a safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. When inspecting the space along the edge of the fencing, LPA observed that there are squared, metal, rusty, sharp bars that protrude. ----Page 1 of 3

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOostenTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3439
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Rita RamosTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3985
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/14/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/14/2019
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: ELLA FITZGERALD CDC/DREW CHILD DEVELOPMENT CORPORA
FACILITY NUMBER: 198017158
VISIT DATE: 11/14/2019
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LPA advised the Director to cover the edges of the squared, metal, rusty, sharp bars to prevent a child from getting scraped or injured if they get too close to the edge of the fencing. LPA further observed that there was a sandbox with no sand and it has a torn cushion that only covers some of the sandbox. Upon lifting the the torn cushion, LPA observed that there is a broken piece of wood with several splinters that is sunk (pictures were taken). Per Director, a request was submitted 2 weeks prior to LPAs inspection and the request is to have the sandbox converted into a garden bed. LPA requested a copy of the request made and observed that the request was submitted in September of 2019. 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. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed.

All individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection.

Children’s Records were reviewed for completeness; Inspection of required forms was made. LPA issued the Children’s Record Review (LIC 857) to the Director during this inspection. LPA also issued the Review of Staff records (LIC 859) to the Director during this inspection. The LIC 857 and the LIC 859 documents the staff and children’s files that were reviewed during this inspection. Staff #3 that was present did not have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. Staff present did however, have proof against TB, measles, pertussis, and influenza.

Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign-In and Sign-Out sheets were reviewed. Children present were signed in. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 10/10/19. Menus are posted one month in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request and copies are located near the Parent Board. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. Preschoolers are provided with a breakfast, lunch, and snack.

First Aid supplies were observed in the office in a metal cabinet. According to Director, medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note and is stored in a storage closet. There are currently no children on medication at the facility.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOostenTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3439
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Rita RamosTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3985
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/14/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/14/2019
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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: ELLA FITZGERALD CDC/DREW CHILD DEVELOPMENT CORPORA
FACILITY NUMBER: 198017158
VISIT DATE: 11/14/2019
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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 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

LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov. UPDATE: LPA provided the Effects of Lead Exposure pamphlet to the Director during the inspection.

The following deficiencies listed on the attached deficiencies page are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22.

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. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. Exit interview was conducted with Ola Bailey, Director, including, but not limited to Provider Rights, Appeal Procedures and Agencies Consultative Role. ----------Page 3 of 3

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOostenTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3439
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Rita RamosTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3985
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/14/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/14/2019
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: ELLA FITZGERALD CDC/DREW CHILD DEVELOPMENT CORPORA
FACILITY NUMBER: 198017158
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 11/14/2019
Deficiency Type
POC Due Date /
Section Number
DEFICIENCIES
PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
Type B
11/28/2019
Section Cited

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Buildings and Grounds

The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors.

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by LPA observing that there are squared metal bars that protrude along the edge of the fencing that is exposed, rusty, and sharp. The facility also has a sandbox with a torn cushion in it that covers wood with splinters that is sunk to cover a hole. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.
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Type B
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Section Cited

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Availability of information regarding detecting and reporting child abuse and neglect; training for mandated reporter who is licensed day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility; proof of completion
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license, administrator, and employee of a licensed child day care facility shall be submitted to the department upon inspection of the child day care or upon request by the department. This requirement is not met as evidenced by Staff #3 not having proof of the training on file. This 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: Brandi VanOostenTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3439
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Rita RamosTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3985
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/14/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/14/2019
LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)
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