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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198019009
Report Date: 10/20/2022
Date Signed: 10/20/2022 03:42:49 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 10/20/2022 03:42 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:	LAUGHTER N LEARNING CENTER, THE		FACILITY NUMBER:	198019009
ADMINISTRATOR:	LESLIE DAVIS		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	5600 ATLANTIC AVE.		TELEPHONE:	(562) 453-8083
CITY:	LONG BEACH	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90805
CAPACITY:	22	CENSUS: 7	DATE:	10/20/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	12:10 PM
MET WITH:	Director - Leslie Davis		TIME COMPLETED:	03:50 PM

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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Randy Derraco conducted an unannounced required one year inspection on 10/20/22 at 12:10 PM. LPA met with Leslie Davis, Director, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program which consists of 3 classrooms. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM

All areas identified on this report were inspected. Upon arrival, the following staff were present during this inspection: Room 1: Staff S1 with 7 children; Per Director, due to low enrollment, Room 2 is only used for napping. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher at all times.

The following was observed during the tour of the facility:

Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. Children present were signed in. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 09/01/22. LPA observed required licensing documents posted on bulletin board in cubby room.

Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. LPA observed material and equipment are free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated and are operable. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Linens are taken home each week to be washed and returned on the following week. Napping equipment (cots) were observed in separate storage areas. 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.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino Cochran	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Randy Derraco	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3431
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/20/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/20/2022

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: LAUGHTER N LEARNING CENTER, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198019009
	VISIT DATE: 10/20/2022

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Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous, were observed to be inaccessible to children in care. According to the Director, medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note. Medication is stored in the off limits kitchen cabinet where it is inaccessible to children in care. Poisons are stored in a locked closet near the entrance to the center. Facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors that meet statutory requirements. First Aid supplies were observed in the classroom.

Menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. The facility provides two snacks throughout the day. LPA observed that water is readily available indoors via water coolers

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. All foods/beverages are stored in covered containers at 45˚ (F) or less.

Outdoor play equipment was observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Outdoor activity space surface is maintained in a safe condition as is free of hazards. Areas around and/or under climbing equipment, swings and slides have cushioning material to absorb a fall. The outdoor area had adequate shade. LPA observed that water is readily available outdoors via water cooler. The Director states that there are no bodies of water on the premises and LPA did not observe any bodies of water during this visit.

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 and are complete.

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

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino Cochran	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Randy Derraco	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3431
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/20/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/20/2022

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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: LAUGHTER N LEARNING CENTER, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198019009
	VISIT DATE: 10/20/2022

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Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.html

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

At this time, the Director is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Leslie David.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino Cochran	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Randy Derraco	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3431
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/20/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/20/2022

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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