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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 364844580
Report Date: 01/26/2023
Date Signed: 02/01/2023 02:28:09 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
INLAND EMPIRE CHILD, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501



FACILITY NAME:LITTLE EXPLORERS PRESCHOOL ACADEMYFACILITY NUMBER:
364844580
ADMINISTRATOR:LUCRETIA FIELDSFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:13333 RAMONA AVENUETELEPHONE:
(909) 479-0660
CITY:CHINOSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91710
CAPACITY:32CENSUS: 6DATE:
01/26/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:00 AM
MET WITH:Lucretia Fields TIME COMPLETED:
02:00 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Rachel Zeron 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:

· The following items were posted and 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
· 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 Lucretia Fields
· 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.
· Drinking water is provided in the indoor and outdoor activity space is provided by individual water bottles and jugs in each classroom for refills
· Hazardous items are stored where inaccessible to children which include: Disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other items that are dangerous
· Poisons and toxins are locked and inaccessible to children
· All floors were observed to be clean and safe
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Aaron RossTELEPHONE: (951)320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Rachel ZeronTELEPHONE: (951) 782-4200
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/26/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/26/2023
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
INLAND EMPIRE CHILD, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE EXPLORERS PRESCHOOL ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 364844580
VISIT DATE: 01/26/2023
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· 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
· Bathrooms were observed to be safe, sanitary and in operating condition; there is at least 1 potty chair for every 5 potty-training infants
· Playgrounds are enclosed by appropriate fencing and free of hazards
· Outdoor activity areas are supplied with age and size appropriate equipment in good condition
· Food preparation area is clean, free of litter and rubbish and free of rodents and other vermin
· Food is stored appropriately and protected from contamination
· All storage containers for solid waste were observed to have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair
· Sign in/Sign out record was reviewed and meets regulation requirements
· Disaster drills are conducted at least every six months – last drill conducted on

A review of staff and children's records were conducted as part of this evaluation.
· Children’s records were found to be complete during this inspection.
· A staff member is present with current Pediatric CPR/First Aid which expires on 08/2023
· Opening and closing staff member’s CPR/First Aid expires on 08/2023
· Director completed Health and Safety Training
· All staff present meet minimum qualifications for the position for which they were hired.
· A review of staff records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions.

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
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Aaron RossTELEPHONE: (951)320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Rachel ZeronTELEPHONE: (951) 782-4200
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/31/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/31/2023
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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
INLAND EMPIRE CHILD, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE EXPLORERS PRESCHOOL ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 364844580
VISIT DATE: 01/26/2023
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Licensee/Director was reminded that:
· 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.
· The areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment shall be cushioned with material that absorbs a fall.
· 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
· The Licensee can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Director 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. LPA also informed licensee [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.

Director 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.

On-line Licensing forms & regulations for a Child Care Center can be obtained on the Department’s website: www.ccld.ca.gov. Additionally, there is a link to “Receive Important Updates” located on the right side of the page, immediately above Quick Links. One can add their email address and choose which program(s) they wish to receive Provider Information Notices (PIN) for.



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
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Aaron RossTELEPHONE: (951)320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Rachel ZeronTELEPHONE: (951) 782-4200
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/31/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/31/2023
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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
INLAND EMPIRE CHILD, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE EXPLORERS PRESCHOOL ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 364844580
VISIT DATE: 01/26/2023
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Documents to update as needed:
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 or file copy is more than 2 years old)
4. LIC 309 Administrative Organization (only if changes have been made or file copy is more than 2 years old)
5. LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility (only if changes have been made& current designation is on file)

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/inspection-process.

See LIC809-D for cited deficiencies.

An exit interview was conducted, and this report was reviewed with the licensee, Lucretia Fields. Appeal rights were discussed and provided during the exit interview.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

A copy of all Type A deficiencies cited during this inspection must also be immediately (within 24 hours of child’s next day in care) given to the parents of all children enrolled in the child care facility and any children enrolled into the child care facility over the next 12 months (at the time of enrollment). Licensees are required to have all parents sign and date the Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Reports (LIC9224) and maintain a copy in each child’s file.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Aaron RossTELEPHONE: (951)320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Rachel ZeronTELEPHONE: (951) 782-4200
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/31/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/31/2023
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Document Has Been Signed on 02/01/2023 02:28 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
INLAND EMPIRE CHILD, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501


FACILITY NAME: LITTLE EXPLORERS PRESCHOOL ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 364844580

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 01/26/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type A
Section Cited
CCR
101238.2(d)(1)
Outdoor Activity Space
(d) The surface of the outdoor activity space shall be maintained: (1) In a safe condition for the activities planned.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above due to the fence on the playground area having a fence with a gap at the bottom where the children can crawl under, there is a busy street on the other side of the fence, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 02/01/2023
Plan of Correction
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Director agrees to contact LPA by POC date to give a date for the completion of the repair.
Section Cited
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POC Due Date:
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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: Aaron RossTELEPHONE: (951)320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Rachel ZeronTELEPHONE: (951) 782-4200
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/31/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/31/2023
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