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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198017305
Report Date: 04/07/2022
Date Signed: 04/07/2022 04:51:23 PM


Document Has Been Signed on 04/07/2022 04:51 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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754



FACILITY NAME:SAGA CHILD DEVELOPMENT LEARNING ACADEMY INC.FACILITY NUMBER:
198017305
ADMINISTRATOR:SANCHEZ, VICTORFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:3801 CORTLAND STREETTELEPHONE:
(310) 632-4273
CITY:LYNWOODSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90262
CAPACITY:57CENSUS: 21DATE:
04/07/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
02:00 PM
MET WITH:Cynthia Zuniga, Director TIME COMPLETED:
05:10 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rita Ramos conducted an unannounced required 1 year inspection, to the above facility on 04/07/22. LPA arrived at the facility at 2:00PM, identified self and met with Cynthia Zuniga, Director, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. LPA provided Director with a copy of the LIC 125 Entrance Checklist to help facilitate the inspection. This is a preschool program which consists of 3 classrooms; Room 1, Room 2, and Room 3. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM in Room 2 and 3. Room 1 operates an AM session from 8AM to 12PM.

All areas identified on this report were inspected. Upon arrival, the following staff were present during this inspection: Room 1: Staff #1 & #2 with no preschoolers; Room 2: Staff #3 and #4 with 10 napping preschoolers, and Room 3: Staff #5 with 11 napping preschoolers. The facility was observed to be within the license capacity and limitations. 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 (mats) were observed to be in use by the napping preschoolers. Per Director, the isolation area is located in 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. At approximately 2:12PM LPA asked to inspect the carbon monoxide detector and no detector was available to inspect, until approximately 3:58PM, LPA was shown a carbon monoxide detector to test and it was operable
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Rita RamosTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3985
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/07/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/07/2022
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: SAGA CHILD DEVELOPMENT LEARNING ACADEMY INC.
FACILITY NUMBER: 198017305
VISIT DATE: 04/07/2022
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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. 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. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. LPA advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time.

All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic-free. There are no firearms stored on the premises. There are no pools or bodies of water at the facility.

Director 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.

There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection.

Children’s Records were reviewed. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857.

LPA also reviewed staff records. The review of Staff records was documented on the LIC 859. At approximately 3:20PM LPA observed that Staff #3 and #6 did not have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. Staff #1, #3, and #6 did not have proof against TB, measles, pertussis, and influenza. LPA issued a technical violation due to Staff #1 and #5 not having proof of valid education on file.



Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign-In and Sign-Out sheets were reviewed. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 03/14/22.------Page 2 of 3
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Rita RamosTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3985
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/07/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/07/2022
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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: SAGA CHILD DEVELOPMENT LEARNING ACADEMY INC.
FACILITY NUMBER: 198017305
VISIT DATE: 04/07/2022
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In review of menus, LPA observed that the menu posted is for January of 2020. LPA advised that the menus be replenished. The facility provided meals and snacks for children in care.

First Aid supplies were observed in the classroom in a cabinet. According to the Director, there are currently no children on medication.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. 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

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


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/tion-process.

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

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Cynthia Zuniga.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Rita RamosTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3985
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/07/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/07/2022
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Document Has Been Signed on 04/07/2022 04:51 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

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: SAGA CHILD DEVELOPMENT LEARNING ACADEMY INC.
FACILITY NUMBER: 198017305

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 04/07/2022

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
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Based on observation, interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above due Staff #1, #3, and #6 not having immunization records on file which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 04/21/2022
Plan of Correction
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Per Director, a copy of the immunization records will be submitted 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
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Based on observation, interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above due to Staff #3 and #6 not having copies of the AB 1207 compliant certificate in file which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 04/14/2022
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Per Director, copies of the certificates will be submitted 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: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Rita RamosTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3985
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/07/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/07/2022
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