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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198019664
Report Date: 01/10/2020
Date Signed: 01/10/2020 05:29:31 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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	BRIGHT BEGINNINGS PRESCHOOL		FACILITY NUMBER:	198019664
ADMINISTRATOR:	SUSAN ROSALES		FACILITY TYPE:	840
ADDRESS:	3602 WHEELER AVE		TELEPHONE:	(909) 353-9306
CITY:	LA VERNE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91750
CAPACITY:	27	CENSUS: 0	DATE:	01/10/2020
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	08:15 AM
MET WITH:	Executive Director, Jennie Gonzalez		TIME COMPLETED:	05:35 PM

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An unannounced Annual/Random inspection was conducted on this date by Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Monique Ayala and Cynthia Reyes. LPAs met with Executive Director, Jennie Gonzalez who guided analysts on a tour of the facility both indoors and outdoors. This is a school-age program which consists of one (1) classroom. The operating hours for this facility is Monday-Friday from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Furniture and equipment was inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Storage for children's belongings and an isolation area with a sink, toilet, and mats were inspected. Availability of drinking water was reviewed. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, paper towels, toilet paper, area safety and sanitation. Toys observed to be clean and age appropriate.

First Aid supplies were inventoried and are kept in the office. Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors are present in the facility. Fire extinguishers have been serviced. 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. Hazardous items including poisonous cleaning compounds were observed to be stored inaccessible to children.

The facility serves AM/PM snacks and lunch. Snack and lunch menus were reviewed. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. Lunch is provided by the Riverside School District, which is not prepared on site. Food preparation areas were toured for safety, cleanliness and proper equipment.

Outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness. Required shade, drinking water and fencing were inspected. LPAs advised Executive Director, Jennie Gonzalez that the children need to be within the direct care and supervision, including visual observation of the teacher(s) at all times. The children have access to a drinking fountain during outside play.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Ayala	TELEPHONE: (323) 246-2016
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/10/2020

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/10/2020

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: BRIGHT BEGINNINGS PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 198019664
	VISIT DATE: 01/10/2020

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Sign-in and out sheets and procedures were reviewed. This facility provides transportation for the school-age children. Transportation is provided by teacher aides/assistances. The facility currently has two (2) vans available for transportation that were inspected by LPA Ayala for good repair and appropriateness.

During the inspection, LPAs reviewed three (3) staff records. An Annual Continuation will be conducted on another date to review children's records. Inspection of required forms were observed to be posted. Criminal Record Clearances were reviewed for all adults.

The following was discussed with Executive Director, Jennie Gonzalez:
Rooms that are off-limits need to be made inaccessible during operating hours. Smoking is prohibited. All changes to or at the facility should be reported to the Department before or as soon as they occur, such as construction, remodeling, change of director, telephone number changes and/or change of location.

Mandatory Forms for the children’s and staff files, requirements for fire drills, earthquake drills and documentation were discussed. The Executive Director was advised how to access forms and regulations online at www.ccld.ca.gov. Records for all children and staff must be maintained for three (3) years after separation from the facility.

LPAs advised Executive Director, Jennie Gonzalez that all adults 18 years of age and older providing care and 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 Executive Director was also advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and to licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation. Executive Director was advised to visit www.shotsforschool.org for children immunization information.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Ayala	TELEPHONE: (323) 246-2016
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/10/2020

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/10/2020

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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: BRIGHT BEGINNINGS PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 198019664
	VISIT DATE: 01/10/2020

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This facility provides Incidental Medical Services (IMS). LPAs reviewed storage for medication and equipment/supplies. For IMS information refer to 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.

The role and responsibilities of being a Mandated Reporter were discussed with the Executive Director. Per Health and Safety Code (HSC) 1596.8662(b)(1) 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 stated that on or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child 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. Website provided: http://mandatedreporterca.com/

HSC 1596.7995(a)(1) Employees or volunteers at day care center; immunization requirements; records; exemptions: 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.

There was a deficiency cited during today's inspection in accordance to the California Code of Regulations Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1 (refer to LIC 809D, dated January 10, 2020). LPAs also issued Advisory Notes - Technical Assistance (refer to LIC 9102TA, dated January 10, 2020) to the Executive Director.

Upon receipt of this report, the Licensee shall post the Notice of Site Visit. The Notice of Site Visit shall be posted for thirty (30) consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting as required, will result in an immediate $100 civil penalty. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of the report, including Appeal Rights were provided to Executive Director, Jennie Gonzalez.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Ayala	TELEPHONE: (323) 246-2016
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/10/2020

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/10/2020

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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: BRIGHT BEGINNINGS PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 198019664
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 01/10/2020

Deficiency Type POC Due Date / Section Number	DEFICIENCIES		PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
Type B 01/17/2020 Section Cited	1 2 3 4 5 6 7	Buildings and Grounds 101238(a). 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. The requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	8 9 10 11 12 13 14	LPAs observed a sink located in the outdoor activity area in need of repair this poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.	8 9 10 11 12 13 14
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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 VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Ayala	TELEPHONE: (323) 246-2016
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/10/2020

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/10/2020

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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