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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191224454
Report Date: 02/16/2023
Date Signed: 02/16/2023 05:05:05 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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME:BUONORA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
191224454
ADMINISTRATOR:BRENDA BUONORAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:19325 SHERMAN WAYTELEPHONE:
(818) 885-6200
CITY:RESEDASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91335
CAPACITY: 57TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 30CENSUS: 17DATE:
02/16/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
12:35 PM
MET WITH:Nico Buonora, Designated of responsability TIME COMPLETED:
05:15 PM
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On 2/16/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Denise Miranda conducted unannounced Annual Required - 1 year Inspection at 19325 Sherman Way, Reseda, CA, 91335. LPA was greeted by Nico Buonora, Assistant Director who guided LPA Miranda on a tour of the facility inside and outside. Director was not present during this inspection.

LPA observed 17 children and 4 staff member, providing care and supervision.

Facility currently operates Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. The preschool serves children ages 2 years through 5 years old and toddler option for children age 18 months to 30 months. Facility has a working telephone service and LPA confirmed the telephone number is (818) 885-6200.

LPA toured and inspected the facility in accordance with the facility sketch and observed that classroom #1, #2, #3 and #4 located by the office area, has been used for early intervention program. Per Assistant Director, the school has this program since 2021 and facility did not report to the El Segundo Regional Office, that facility is using the classrooms #1, #2, #3 and #4 and one additional classroom by the swimming pool for the early intervention program. On this area, facility has one bathroom with two toilets and three sinks. Per Director assistant, he understand that the early intervention program shall stop and reapply for change capacity and remove the classroom, that he will designate to the preschool.
There is a swimming pool on the premises. LPA observed, fences that is at least five feet high and does not obscure the pool from view.
In addition to meeting all of the aforementioned requirements for fences, gates was
SUPERVISORS NAME: Rita Ramos
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Denise Miranda
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 02/16/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 02/16/2023
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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: BUONORA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191224454
VISIT DATE: 02/16/2023
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self-close and self-latching. There are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises.
Disinfectants and cleaning solutions are made inaccessible to the children in care. Assistant Director confirmed facility has a designated cleaning person that comes and cleans the facility.

Facility contracts with outside pest control vendor to ensure facility stays pest free. Facility is free of flies, insects and rodents. No poisons were observed during the inspection

First Aid Kit and disaster kits was observed in the kitchen area.


Medication is not being administer and facility does not have any children who need medication. Assistant Director understand that if facility enrolls a child with medication, facility understand all necessary forms that need to be completed and medication will be stored and made inaccessible to the children in care.

Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Facility removed one children's bike-missing petal. Facility agrees to make inaccessible until repairs are completed. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards.

LPA observed shaded area in the outdoor space with age appropriate play equipment and toys. Areas around high climbing equipment have sand material to absorb falls. Teachers ensure playground and outdoor equipment is safe and free of hazard before children use the area.

All toilets and handwashing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Floors in the facility are clean and safe. Solid waste storage containers was observed and 2 trash were missing the cover.

All kitchen, food preparation and storage areas are clean, free of litter/rubbish and free of rodents/vermin. Facility provide meals or snacks and kitchen is OFF LIMITS to the
SUPERVISORS NAME: Rita Ramos
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Denise Miranda
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/16/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/16/2023
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: BUONORA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191224454
VISIT DATE: 02/16/2023
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children in care. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors, filter water is provided in each classroom and children are encouraged to bring their refillable water bottle.
There is a working fire extinguisher, smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort.

Prior to working or volunteering in a licensed child care facility, all individuals subject to a criminal record review have received a criminal record clearance or exemption. Upon notification from the Department, the licensee will comply and act immediately to terminate the employment of, remove from the facility or bar from entering the facility for any person it is deemed necessary while the Department considers granting or denying an exemption. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained.

LPA reviewed 4 staff files and observed all files were not complete. LPA provided facility a a copy of LIC311A and LIC 125 to use as a guide to audit files and program. Assistant Director was unable to provide copy of Mandated Reporter for the 4 staff.

LPA reviewed children’s files and observed files were complete with contact information for authorized representative and or relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child and medical assessment.



The person who signs the child in/out of the facility shall use their full legal signature and record the time of day. Facility is aware and will inform parents and training the staff, that a full legal signature shall be sign in and out all time.
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All children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. Facility maintains a ratio of one teacher supervising no more than 12 children in care.

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
SUPERVISORS NAME: Rita Ramos
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Denise Miranda
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/16/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/16/2023
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: BUONORA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191224454
VISIT DATE: 02/16/2023
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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.

NIco Buonora, Assistant 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.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) currently NOT being provided. Licensee is aware that an IMS plan is required to be submitted to the licensing office if they provide any of these services. Information regarding Americans with Disability Act (ADA) can be obtained by contacting US Department of Justice toll free ADA Information line at (800) 514-0301(voice), (800) 514-0383 (TDD) and website link https://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

LPA and Assistant Director discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to Provider Information Notices (PINs), Quarterly Updates, COVID-19 Information and Resources, Mandated Reporter Training, Safe Sleep in Child Care, Lead Poisoning Facts, Forms and Regulations.



A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted 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 Assistant Director, Nico Buonora,
SUPERVISORS NAME: Rita Ramos
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Denise Miranda
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/16/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/16/2023
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Created By: Denise Miranda On 02/16/2023 at 03:53 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: BUONORA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191224454

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 02/16/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101212


(c) The licensee shall notify the Department in writing of his/her intent prior to making any structural changes that reduce the total amount of indoor or outdoor activity space. Such structural changes shall include, but not be limited to, room additions. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above facility is using the room #1,#2,#3, #4 (classrooms located by the office room and addition classroom by the swimming pool for the ealry interventation program. Per Assistant Director, these classrooms is licensed from Dept. Social Services
which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/30/2023
Plan of Correction
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Per Assitant Director, facility will submit a reduce capacity and request to remove from their program classroom #1,#2,#3#4 and additional classroom located by the swiming pool, Facility will stop, the early interventaion program due the area belong to the preschool program.
Section Cited
Deficient Practice Statement
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POC Due Date:
Plan of Correction
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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:Rita Ramos
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Denise Miranda
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/16/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/16/2023


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Created By: Denise Miranda On 02/16/2023 at 04:06 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: BUONORA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191224454

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 02/16/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.8662(b)(1)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day 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.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, faciliy was unable to produce copy of the mandated reporter certificate for 4 staff present today which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 02/23/2023
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Per Assitant Director, facility will provide proof of mandated reporter certifcat for staff#1,#2,#3 and #4 no later than 2/23/2023 via email.
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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:Rita Ramos
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Denise Miranda
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/16/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/16/2023


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