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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 364811636
Report Date: 04/18/2023
Date Signed: 04/18/2023 03:29:26 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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551



FACILITY NAME:SBCSS YUCCA VALLEY STATE PRESCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
364811636
ADMINISTRATOR:NANCY ALVARADOFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:7601 HOPI TRAIL, ROOM K-3TELEPHONE:
(760) 365-3381
CITY:YUCCA VALLEYSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92284
CAPACITY:24CENSUS: 17DATE:
04/18/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
01:40 PM
MET WITH:Facility Representative Susan Yakutis and Kylene Ricketts.TIME COMPLETED:
04:00 PM
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On April 18, 2023 at 1:40 p.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kendal Zirbes conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection and met with Facility Representative Susan Yakutis and Kylene Ricketts.. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility by the Facility Representative. 17 children, two (2) staff members and one parent volunteer were present at the facility during the inspection. The preschool program operates out of one classroom, one bathroom and an outdoor play space. The classroom is located on the campus of Yucca Valley Elementary school. The programs hours of operation are Monday thru Friday 7:15 am -3:15 . The preschool program has two sessions each day, AM session 8:00 AM -11:00AM and PM session 12:00 P.M -3:00 P.M.

Indoor/Children's Area:
Child care center was observed to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair; all outdoor and indoor passageways, stair ways, incline, ramps, open porches and other areas of potential hazard are kept free of obstruction; floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean. Cleaning compounds were stored in a key locked cabinet and were therefore inaccessible. No poisons were stored on the premises, furniture/equipment is in good condition. Classroom was free of flies, other insects, rodents. The classroom had tables and chairs to meet children’s needs. LPA observed the classroom had a dramatic play area, science area, library and additional areas for instruction. The classroom had diverse play equipment, along with multiple blocks, puzzles and age appropriate materials. Children's belongings are kept in cubbies along the wall as you enter classroom. Trash cans for solid waste have tight fitting lids, drinking water is readily available indoors and outdoors via an igloo cooler and cups. All materials and surfaces are toxic free, window screens in good repair and free of debris. There is a working Carbon monoxide detector and smoke detectors. There is one bathroom located outside of the classroom. The bathroom was clean and sanitary.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Lady KingTELEPHONE: (310) 568-1824
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Kendal ZirbesTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3491
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/18/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/18/2023
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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: SBCSS YUCCA VALLEY STATE PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 364811636
VISIT DATE: 04/18/2023
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There was working telephone service on the premises. There is an isolation area for children who become ill. The isolation area is located in the classroom. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at all times. Facility staff completes daily symptoms screening. Smoking is prohibited on the premises. LPA did not observe prohibited childcare items during this inspection. Firearms/weapons are not allowed or stored on premises. LPA did not observe bodies of water on the premises. Breakfast is provided to the AM session and lunch is provided to the PM session. The meals are provided by the school cafeteria.

Napping
The preschool program offers half day programs, therefore, the children do not nap at the facility. The classroom does have designated areas for relaxation and quite play.

Outdoor
LPA inspected the outdoor play space for health, safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness . The area has a tiny tikes slide, an octagon climber, dramatic play equipment and varies balls and play equipment. The climbing equipment was placed on sand. The area was observed to be free of debris at the time of this inspection. LPA observed the staff members carry the igloo and cups outside when the children are engaged in outdoor play. Therefore water was readily available.

Health Related Services
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 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

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Lady KingTELEPHONE: (310) 568-1824
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Kendal ZirbesTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3491
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/18/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/18/2023
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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: SBCSS YUCCA VALLEY STATE PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 364811636
VISIT DATE: 04/18/2023
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Staff/Personnel Records
LPA reviewed six child records and three staff files during this inspection. Records were complete and contained the required documentation.

Facility Records


LPA and Facility representative reviewed the LIC 311A Records To Be Maintained At The Facility. LPA observed a current roster, disaster drill log, a staff member was present with current CPR/First Aid training.

The following were observed posted as required: facility license, Personal Rights (LIC613A), Parent’s Rights Poster (PUB 393L), menu, car seat law (PUB 269), emergency disaster plan, earthquake preparedness checklist.

Other: Electrical outlets are inaccessible, there are no recalled and or prohibited toys or sleep/play equipment observed on the premises. Window cords were inaccessible to children.

Any duly authorized officer, employee, or agent of the Department shall, upon presentation of proper identification, shall inspect the facility. The Director shall permit the Department to inspect the family child care home, and to privately interview children or staff, to determine compliance with or to prevent violations of family child care laws or regulations, also enter and inspect any place providing personal care, supervision and services at any time, with or without advance notice, to secure compliance with, or to prevent a violation.

Facility representative was advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents. Facility representative informed to utilize the Unusual Incident Report/Injury Report LIC624 when submitting the report to the department (email address unusualincidentreport@dss.ca.gov. A report shall be made to the department by telephone or fax during the department's normal business hours before the close of the next working day following the occurrence during the operation of family day care home. In addition, a written report shall be submitted to the department within seven days following the occurrence of any events specified above. The On-Duty Worker is available for questions at (661) 202-3318 Monday through Friday 8am-5pm



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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Lady KingTELEPHONE: (310) 568-1824
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Kendal ZirbesTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3491
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/18/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/18/2023
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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: SBCSS YUCCA VALLEY STATE PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 364811636
VISIT DATE: 04/18/2023
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Facility representative was reminded 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.

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 license 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 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

No deficiencies were observed during this inspection.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Kylene Ricketts.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Lady KingTELEPHONE: (310) 568-1824
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Kendal ZirbesTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3491
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/18/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/18/2023
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