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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198017731
Report Date: 04/05/2023
Date Signed: 04/05/2023 04:43:52 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 CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754



FACILITY NAME:SUNNY WEST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
198017731
ADMINISTRATOR:ALMA ROMOFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1664 WEST ADAMS BOULEVARDTELEPHONE:
(323) 643-4626
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90007
CAPACITY:55CENSUS: 22DATE:
04/05/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
10:00 AM
MET WITH:Sylvia Correa, DirectorTIME COMPLETED:
04:45 PM
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On Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mayra Rivera conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with director Sylvia Correa who guided LPA Rivera on a tour of the facility.

This is a preschool program with a toddler option component. This program has a waiver on file for toddler outdoor play area. This facility consists of a preschool and toddler classroom and outdoor play yard. This program serves children ages 18 months to entering first grade . This program operates Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Sign in and out takes place at the main entrance area. All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors. Teacher and child ratio were observed, and staff present are fingerprinted cleared.



At approximately 10:05 a.m. LPA Rivera entered the outdoor playground. LPA observed the preschool butterfly classroom outside playing. LPA observed 15 preschool children and director. LPA asked if there is another qualified staff helping with supervision, and director stated “no.” LPA informed, the facility is currently out of ratio. LPA observed the children to be playing in their assigned area. LPA did not observe the children to be in an immediate or potential hazard. Within 10 minutes of LPA arrival, staff # 3 arrived at approximately 10:10 a.m. and facility was within ratio. LPA observed separate areas one for toddlers and preschool. LPA observed two playground structures one for toddlers and the other for preschool ages 2-5 years. LPA observed the equipment to be in safe condition, free of sharp, no 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 climbing equipment, are cushioned with granulated rubber that absorbs a fall. For outdoor drinking water, LPA Rivera observed children water bottles. For adequate shade, LPA observed two sun sail triangles. LPA also observed a shed and it's utilized to store toys. LPA observed two side gates with push doors and locked with a side lock.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3368
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mayra RiveraTELEPHONE: (323) 629-7782
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/05/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/05/2023
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: SUNNY WEST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198017731

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 04/05/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
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Section Cited
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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.

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Based on record review, staff #2 did not comply with the section cited above in not having MMR, TDAP and TB immunizations record during inspection which poses a potential health, afety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 05/05/2023
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Per director, staff #2 scheduled an appointment April 7, 2023 to pick up her immunization record.
Type B
Section Cited
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Child Care Center Director Qualifications and Duties
(m) A child care center director shall complete 16 hours of health and safety training if necessary pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review the director did not comply with the section cited above in not having the health and safety certification and incorrect pediatric first aid/ cpr certification which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 05/05/2023
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Director stated she will be contacting Crystal Staisr to register for the health and safety and pediatric first aid/cpr class.
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: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3368
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mayra RiveraTELEPHONE: (323) 629-7782
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/05/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/05/2023
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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: SUNNY WEST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198017731
VISIT DATE: 04/05/2023
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At approximately 10:23 a.m. LPA entered the preschool classroom and did not observed children. The children were outside playing. LPA Rivera observed age appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed cubbies with children’s personal items. LPA observed cleaning solution stored inside high top cabinet making it inaccessible for children to reach. LPA Rivera observed a step trash bin with a tight-fitting lid.

At approximately 10:28 a.m. LPA entered the toddler classroom. LPA Rivera observed 7 toddlers with 2 staff present. LPA Rivera observed age appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed cubbies with children’s personal items. LPA observed cleaning solution stored inside high top cabinet, making it inaccessible for children to reach. LPA Rivera observed a step trash bin with a tight-fitting lid.

Classroom sunshine room is currently not being occupied due to low enrollment.

At approximately 10:38 a.m LPA Rivera observed the bathrooms to be in good condition with working toilets, sinks, hand soap dispenser and paper towels. LPA observed a total of 3 toilets and 3 sinks for preschoolers and next-door LPA observed changing table arm’s length to a hand washing sink and one small toilet. Ill/isolation area children utilize the staff restroom located between toddlers and preschool classrooms For toddlers, a mat is utilized.

At approximately 10:49 a.m. LPA Rivera entered the outdoor playground. LPA observed 7 toddlers outside playing with staff 1. LPA asked where is staff 2 and per staff 1, staff 2 is preparing the lunch in the kitchen. LPA informed staff 1, that she is currently out of ratio. LPA observed the toddlers to be playing in their assigned area and did not observe the toddlers to be in an immediate or potential hazard.

Heating lighting and ventilation were evaluated by LPA Rivera. LPA observed AC/heater located on the wall. LPA observed the current room temperature to be at 70 degrees. LPA observed the fire extinguishers located inside the classrooms and the valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged and serviced on 8/22/22. LPA Rivera observed smoke detectors and fire alarm system. LPA did not test the smoke detector as they are wired to the fire alarm system. LPA observed and tested the carbon monoxide alarm located in the hallway by staff desk. LPA observed the first aid kits to be in the cabinets and observe them to be fully stocked with band aids, gauzes, adhesive bandages and antiseptics. LPA observed the fire/earthquake log and last drill conducted on 3/15/23. LPA observed two medication Albuterol Sulfate Inhalation Aerosol with expiration date 10/2023 and 12/2023. Director stated only has one mild case of food allergy.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3368
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mayra RiveraTELEPHONE: (323) 629-7782
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/05/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/05/2023
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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: SUNNY WEST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198017731
VISIT DATE: 04/05/2023
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LPA Rivera asked if there are any poisons, firearms, weapons or bodies of water. director stated she has no firearms, or weapons nor water bodies of water. LPA did not observe firearms or weapons, poisons, nor bodies of water.

LPA observed napping equipment mats and cots. LPA observed the mats to be stored in children’s cubbies and the cots in the hallway. For ill/isolation area children utilize the hallway next to the staff desk.and a mat or cot is be available for children to use to rest if needed.

This program provides breakfast, a.m snack, lunch, p.m snacks. Measl are prepared on site. A monthly menu is available and posted in the main entrance and classrooms. For water drinking LPA observed a water dispenser and children's own sippy cups. LPA observed the food preparation area to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin and storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins with tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects and rodents.

LPA observed on the bulletin wall the license, Parents Right's, Personal Rights, LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Plan, Facility Sketch, LIC 9148 Earthquake Checklist, PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, monthly Menu and Daily Schedule. LPA also observed and the sign in/out sheets and roster. LPA observed 22 signatures and 22 children present today.

LPA also reviewed the children and staff files and observed the files to be incomplete.

Facility has conducted the lead testing and report dated 1/10/23 indicates no lead exceedances.

Director Sylvia incorrect pediatric First Aid/CPR certification, missing preventative health and safety training, child abused mandated certification (AB 1207) expired 2/18/23 and has proof of immunization against pertussis, and measles, and influenza declination. Director has been informed mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3368
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mayra RiveraTELEPHONE: (323) 629-7782
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/05/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/05/2023
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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: SUNNY WEST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198017731
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Items discussed during this visit:

1. The following items are prohibited by Licensing: Refused Entry to a Facility or Any Part of a Facility is a violation of Section 1596.852, 1596.853 or 1597.09. Regulations 101238 (g) (2), The Presence of an Excluded Individual, Fire Clearance Violations, Accessible Bodies of Water, Accessible Firearms, Ammunition or Both

2. Breakfast/Lunch/Snack Menus: Menus are required to be posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days must also be available upon request.


3. Current Children’s Roster: Each child care facility shall maintain a current roster of children who are provided care in the facility. The roster shall include the name, address, and daytime telephone number of the child's parent or guardian, and the name and telephone number of the child's physician. This roster shall be available to the licensing agency upon request.
4.LIC 311A - Records to be Maintained at the Facility: LPAs advised that forms, regulations and quarterly updates can be accessed on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov.
5.Pediatric First Aid and CPR: At least one person trained in Pediatric First Aid and CPR must be present.
6.Designated Staff: The name of the childcare center director or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director's absence must be on file.
7.Qualifications: Educational background, training, and/or experience for each staff present must be available for review.

8. Immunization Requirements: 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


9.Children’s Records: must be available for review; 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.
10.Incidental Medical Services (IMS): This facility plans to provide Incidental Medical Services – IMS. For IMS information, see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. A Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. (An IMS Plan was provided with the application and will be reviewed).
11.Liability insurance was also discussed.
12.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: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3368
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mayra RiveraTELEPHONE: (323) 629-7782
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/05/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/05/2023
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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: SUNNY WEST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198017731
VISIT DATE: 04/05/2023
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Director Sylvia Correa was informed 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.

LPA Rivera provided 8 technical violations and 2 Type B citations. Technical Violations were given for director and staff #2 expired AB 1207 Child Abuse Mandated Certificate, not having safe sleep log for toddlers under age 2, out of ratio, staff #2 missing LIC 503 Health Screen Report, medication consent for child #6, and children files missing admission agreement and LIC 627 Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment. Type B violations for staff # 2 missing immunization TDAP, MMR, and TB and director missing health and safety certification and incorrect pediatric first aid/CPR certification.

During today’s inspection, staff #1 begin to complete the safe sleep log for the children under the age of 2. Also, director printed the LIC 627 Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment and will be giving it to the parents to complete during pick up.

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/inspection-process

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with director Sylvia Correa

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3368
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mayra RiveraTELEPHONE: (323) 629-7782
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/05/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

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