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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 334812665
Report Date: 12/11/2024
Date Signed: 12/11/2024 12:32:36 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
RIVERSIDE CC RO, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501

FACILITY NAME:	ESCUELA DE LA RAZA UNIDA, INC. CHILD DEV. CTR.		FACILITY NUMBER:	334812665
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	MARIELA AVINA		FACILITY TYPE:	830
ADDRESS:	316 NORTH CARLTON AVENUE		TELEPHONE:	(760) 922-9080
CITY:	BLYTHE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	92225
CAPACITY: 18	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 8	CENSUS: 6	DATE:	12/11/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	08:22 AM
MET WITH:	Site Supervisor Mariela Avina		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	12:45 PM

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	On the date and time listed, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA)s Perla Ordones, Samuel Lopez, and Eric Ramos conducted an annual inspection as part of a compliance review. A tour of the inside and outside of the facility was granted and the following was observed and/or noted: This is a combination center and the other licensed program is: Preschool Program 334812664 which was also inspected on this date A review of staff and children's records were conducted as part of this evaluation. The licensee/director is asked to update the following documents, if applicable, and submit to licensing within 30 days: 1. LIC 500 Personnel Report 2. LIC 610 Emergency & Disaster Plan 3. Parent Handbook/ Program Curriculum/Admission policies and procedures/ fee schedule (only if changes have been made) 4. LIC 309 Administrative Organization (only if changes have been made) 5. LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility (only if changes have been made) The following items have been posted and are updated where necessary: - License - Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610) and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC9148) - Parent’s Rights Poster (PUB393) - Personal Rights (LIC613A) - Child Car Seat Law - Menu

Aaron Ross	TELEPHONE: (951) 320-2023
Perla Ordones	TELEPHONE: (951) 782-4200
	DATE: 12/11/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/11/2024

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

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Document Has Been Signed on 12/11/2024 12:32 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

Created By: Perla Ordones On 12/11/2024 at 11:36 AM

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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
, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501

FACILITY NAME: ESCUELA DE LA RAZA UNIDA, INC. CHILD DEV. CTR.	FACILITY NUMBER: 334812665
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 12/11/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101419.3(a)

Modifications to Infant Needs and Services Plan

(a) The written infant needs and services plan shall be updated at least quarterly, or as often as necessary to assure its accuracy. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as LPAs observed that C1 and C3 did not have updated Needs and Services plans on file which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 12/20/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Licensee agrees to complete an updated Needs and Services Plan in collaboration with C1 and C3’s authorized representatives and maintain proof at the facility. Licensee agrees to send proof of the Plan of Correction (POC) to Community Care Licensing (CCL) by the end of the business day on the POC due date of 12/20/2024.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4
	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4

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:

Aaron Ross

TELEPHONE: (951) 320-2023

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Perla Ordones

TELEPHONE: (951) 782-4200

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/11/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/11/2024

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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
RIVERSIDE CC RO, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501

FACILITY NAME: ESCUELA DE LA RAZA UNIDA, INC. CHILD DEV. CTR.	FACILITY NUMBER: 334812665
	VISIT DATE: 12/11/2024

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· The facility is operating with the limits as stated on the license.
· Ratios are being met during this inspection.
· Classrooms are adequately equipped with age and size appropriate furniture and equipment and free of hazards.
· There are no weapons present at the facility as stated by Site Supervisor Mariela Avina.
· There are no accessible bodies of water present. All wading pools or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position.
· Present for supply drinking water in the indoor activity space are filtered water fountains.
· Medications are not administered at this facility.
· Hazards are stored where inaccessible to children which include: Disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other items that are dangerous.
· Poisons and toxins are locked.
· All floors shall be clean and safe.
· Sanitation solution is out of the reach of infants.
· Highchairs and tables have broad based legs and trays lock into place.
· Changing tables are within arm’s reach of a sink; padding is at least 1” think with raised sides of at least 3” covered in washable vinyl or plastic.
· Hand washing is completed before and after each diaper change and before feeding an infant.
· Playgrounds are enclosed by appropriate fences and free of hazards.
· Outdoor activity areas are supplied with age and size appropriate equipment in good condition.
· The areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment have rubber mat material that absorbs falls. During facility tour, LPAs observed the rubber matting in the outdoor activity space displaying signs of wear and tear. LPAs advised Director that the rubber matting may need to be repaired in the near future.
· Food preparation area is clean, free of litter, rubbish and free of rodents and other vermin.
· Food is stored appropriately and protected from contamination.
· All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair.
· Menus shall be posted at least one week in advance in a place visible by the child’s authorized representative, dated and kept on file for 30 days, and made available upon request.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Aaron Ross	TELEPHONE: (951) 320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Perla Ordones	TELEPHONE: (951) 782-4200
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 12/11/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/11/2024

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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
RIVERSIDE CC RO, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501

FACILITY NAME: ESCUELA DE LA RAZA UNIDA, INC. CHILD DEV. CTR.	FACILITY NUMBER: 334812665
	VISIT DATE: 12/11/2024

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· Upon arrival, LPAs observed the temperature in the Infant room to be 67 degrees per the classroom thermostat. Temperature was raised to be in compliance with Title 22 regulations during visit. LPAs advised Director that temperature in the rooms that children occupy should be maintained between a minimum of 68 degrees and a maximum of 65 degrees.
· Uncontaminated drinking water shall be readily available both indoors and outdoors and provided by filtered water fountains.
· Sign in/Sign out record was reviewed and meets regulation requirements.
· A Staff member is present with current Pediatric CPR/First Aid which expires on 10/2025.
· Opening and closing staff member’s CPR/First Aid expires on 10/2025.
· Director/Site Supervisor completed Health and Safety Training on 09/17/2020.
· A review of children’s records was conducted, and records were found to be incomplete during this inspection. During record review, LPAs observed that C1 and C3 did not have updated Needs and Services plans on file. Additionally, LPAs advised Director to ensure all children's immunizations and children's records are up to date as required per Title 22 regulations.
· Disaster drills to be conducted every six months – last drill conducted on 10/01/2024.
· A review of staff records indicates that all staff present meet minimum qualifications for the position for which they were hired.

· The Licensee was informed of their reporting requirements and is provided with the Regional Office’s Unusual Incident Reporting email mailbox: UnusualIncidentReportsDO09@dss.ca.gov

· A review of staff records on 12/11/2024 indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions.

· The Licensee can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Aaron Ross	TELEPHONE: (951) 320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Perla Ordones	TELEPHONE: (951) 782-4200
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 12/11/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/11/2024

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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
RIVERSIDE CC RO, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501

FACILITY NAME: ESCUELA DE LA RAZA UNIDA, INC. CHILD DEV. CTR.	FACILITY NUMBER: 334812665
	VISIT DATE: 12/11/2024

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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.

LPAs verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

LPAs discussed the safe sleep regulations with Site Supervisor Mariela Avina and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource.

LPAs also informed facility representative of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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

Facility representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Aaron Ross	TELEPHONE: (951) 320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Perla Ordones	TELEPHONE: (951) 782-4200
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 12/11/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/11/2024

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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
RIVERSIDE CC RO, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501

FACILITY NAME: ESCUELA DE LA RAZA UNIDA, INC. CHILD DEV. CTR.	FACILITY NUMBER: 334812665
	VISIT DATE: 12/11/2024

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Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. To receive important licensed-related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

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 inspection, please reach out to me or anyone at the Regional Office (RO). For additional information regarding the inspection and its CARE Tools and methods, please visit the Care Tools webpage at: www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/process.

To access on-line Licensing forms & Regulations for a Child Care Center please visit: www.ccld.ca.gov.

Facility representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday – Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at:
1-844-LET-US-NO (1-844-538-8766) and/or 951-782-4200

See LIC809-D for cited deficiency.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door 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 Site Supervisor Mariela Avina.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Aaron Ross	TELEPHONE: (951) 320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Perla Ordones	TELEPHONE: (951) 782-4200
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 12/11/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/11/2024

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