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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 304371191
Report Date: 02/14/2024
Date Signed: 02/14/2024 10:01:58 AM


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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868



FACILITY NAME:LAMBERT HEAD STARTFACILITY NUMBER:
304371191
ADMINISTRATOR:VALDIVIA, SOFIAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1060 WEST LAMBERT ROADTELEPHONE:
(562) 501-2570
CITY:LA HABRASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90631
CAPACITY:70CENSUS: 20DATE:
02/14/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
07:45 AM
MET WITH:Sofia ValdiviaTIME COMPLETED:
10:15 AM
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On 2/14/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) A. Silva conducted an unannounced Required – 3 Year inspection assisted by Director Sofia Valdivia. Upon arrival, total census was 20 preschool children in three classrooms (Teacher child ratios per room were Room one 1:3, Room two 2:10, and Room three 3:7). The facility was operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staff to child ratios. Facility hours are 7:30AM TO 5:30PM, Monday through Friday. An on-site Facility Personnel Report Summary review showed that all facility staff or other individuals who require background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions.

INDOOR INSPECTION. The LPA inspected the indoor areas and areas accessible to clients at the time of the visit. The facility was equipped with working carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, working telephone service, and at least one fire extinguisher that meets statutory and State Fire Marshall standards. A record review shows that the last drill was documented on January 2024. The director stated that there are no firearms and/or other dangerous weapons in the facility; none were observed during the inspection. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, and other items that could pose a danger if readily available were inaccessible to clients in care. No poisons or other items that could pose a danger to clients were observed during the inspection. The facility provides age-appropriate toys, play equipment, and materials for the clients served.

ON-SITE FOOD PREPARATION: The center provides food to children in care. At the time of inspection, food prep areas were clean and sanitary, and food was properly stored. Drinking water is available to clients in care. The LPA observed that the facility’s floors, equipment, furniture, and clients’ bathrooms were clean, in good repair, and free of sharp edges. The facility meets all posting requirements.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Patricia MaganaTELEPHONE: (714) 703-2821
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Archibaldo SilvaTELEPHONE: (510) 504-4954
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/14/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/14/2024
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
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868


FACILITY NAME: LAMBERT HEAD START

FACILITY NUMBER: 304371191

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:

VISIT DATE: 02/14/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1597.16(a)(1)
Lead Testing
(1) A licensed child day care center, as defined in Section 1596.76, that is located in a building that was constructed before January 1, 2010, shall have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023, and every five years after the date of the initial test.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on records review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in one of one lead test, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. The lead test report is dated March 2023 - per regulations child care centers must have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023.
POC Due Date: 02/14/2024
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The director was informed that the center must test its drinking water every five years according to written directives and health and safety code regulations. The latest test was done in March 2023.
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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: Patricia MaganaTELEPHONE: (714) 703-2821
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Archibaldo SilvaTELEPHONE: (510) 504-4954
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/14/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/14/2024
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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: LAMBERT HEAD START
FACILITY NUMBER: 304371191
VISIT DATE: 02/14/2024
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OUTDOOR INSPECTION. The LPA inspected the outdoor areas. The playground was enclosed by a fence at least four feet in height and is in good repair. At the time of inspection, the surface of the outdoor activity area was maintained and free of any observable hazards. The areas around and under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and other similar equipment were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. The outdoor equipment and toys are in good repair and free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. The inspected outdoor facility grounds are safe, sanitary and in good repair.

PERSONNEL RECORDS. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a child day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for staff members were reviewed and within compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporting training and to renew the training every two years. Staff files were reviewed for compliance. At least one staff member present has current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications.

CHILDREN’S RECORDS. Children's records were reviewed for compliance. Each client has a separate, complete, and current record. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. Transportation is offered to clients.

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 PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Patricia MaganaTELEPHONE: (714) 703-2821
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Archibaldo SilvaTELEPHONE: (510) 504-4954
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/14/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/14/2024
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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
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: LAMBERT HEAD START
FACILITY NUMBER: 304371191
VISIT DATE: 02/14/2024
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The Director was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.cdss.ca.gov Director may request to be added to an email list to receive a Quarterly Update by contacting the Child Care Advocate at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov or at www.cdss.ca.gov
LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian

Information on the additional nutrition training, immunization requirements for children, and Health Schools Act (http://www.cdpr.ca.gov/docs/pestmgt/schoolipm.htm) were provided. The facility representative was informed, and website given, about the California Child Care Disaster Plan has been posted to the UCSF California Childcare Health Program website: cchp.ucsf.edu/content/disaster-preparedness Also provided was information about the E-Learning Modules available at https://ccld.childcarevideos.org A copy of the California Department of Social Services Lead Information Brochure was explained and provided to the facility representative.

LEAD TESTING: Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for
drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every
5-years after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

CRIMINAL RECORD CLEARANCE: The director understands 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 the initial presence in a licensed child care facility. Violation of this requirement will result in a citation of a deficiency and civil penalties of one hundred dollars ($100) per violation per day for a maximum of five (5) days. Subsequent violations within a twelve (12) month period will result in a civil penalty of one hundred dollars ($100) per violation per day for a maximum of thirty (30) days in accordance with Section 1596.871 of the Health and Safety Code.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Patricia MaganaTELEPHONE: (714) 703-2821
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Archibaldo SilvaTELEPHONE: (510) 504-4954
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/14/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/14/2024
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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
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: LAMBERT HEAD START
FACILITY NUMBER: 304371191
VISIT DATE: 02/14/2024
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In the areas that were evaluated, the following deficiency of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 was observed at the time of the visit. HSC 1597.16(a)(1) Lead Testing.

Appeal Rights and deficiencies were discussed. The facility representative was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview was conducted and the report was reviewed with the director.

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/process.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Patricia MaganaTELEPHONE: (714) 703-2821
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Archibaldo SilvaTELEPHONE: (510) 504-4954
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/14/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/14/2024
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