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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191592110
Report Date: 02/28/2024
Date Signed: 02/28/2024 02:29:03 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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	OPTIONS FOR LEARNING-EMPOWERED LEARNING-MARGUERITA		FACILITY NUMBER:	191592110
ADMINISTRATOR:	VERONICA COVARRUBIAS		FACILITY TYPE:	840
ADDRESS:	1603 S. MARGUERITA AVE		TELEPHONE:	(626) 289-8325
CITY:	ALHAMBRA	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91802
CAPACITY: 56	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 20	CENSUS: 11	DATE:	02/28/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	12:55 PM
MET WITH:	Nancy Romero, Site Director		TIME COMPLETED:	03:00 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 02/28/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kruz Long conducted an unannounced required 3 year inspection. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. LPA met with Nancy Romero, Site Director who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Operating hours are from Monday through Friday from 6:30AM to 9:45AM and 1:00PM to 6:00PM. The classroom was inspected: Teacher-child ratio (2 staff and 11 children) which in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under supervision, including visual supervision. Licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. The classroom furniture and equipment was inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All indoor classroom was inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. Cleaning compounds/solutions were found to be stored and locked in the cabinet. LPA observed that there are functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in the facility. LPA observed a fully charged and serviced fire extinguisher. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on 02/14/24. The facility provides snacks. Food preparation and storage areas is kept clean and free of litter and rubbish. page 1 of 3

SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Kruz Long
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/28/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/28/2024

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 02/28/2024 02:29 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

Created By: Kruz Long On 02/28/2024 at 01:58 PM

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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
, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: OPTIONS FOR LEARNING-EMPOWERED LEARNING-MARGUERITA	FACILITY NUMBER: 191592110
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 02/28/2024

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:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. LPA was not provided verification of Lead testing. According to Staff, current water source is being provided by the school cafeteria. Brita water filter is used which does not meet the requirements for Lead testing
	POC Due Date: 02/29/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Per facility staff, there is no water source leading into the portable classroom. Sparkletts water is being delivered to the facility by 02/29/24.

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:

Ana Chico

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Kruz Long

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/28/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/28/2024

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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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: OPTIONS FOR LEARNING-EMPOWERED LEARNING-MARGUERITA	FACILITY NUMBER: 191592110
	VISIT DATE: 02/28/2024

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Outdoor playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard.

There are electronic sign in and out sheets to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time and day. LPA reviewed Staff and Children records which were complete.

SB792 (Immunization Requirements for Staff and Employees) was discussed with the Site Director.

AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Kruz Long
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/28/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/28/2024

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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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: OPTIONS FOR LEARNING-EMPOWERED LEARNING-MARGUERITA	FACILITY NUMBER: 191592110
	VISIT DATE: 02/28/2024

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LPA was not provided verification of Lead testing. According to Staff, current water source is being provided by the school cafeteria. Brita water filter is used which does not meet the requirements for 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

LPA advised the Site Director to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov.

Site 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.

Site Director 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.

Deficiency was cited in accordance with the Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and Health & Safety Codes. See LIC809D page for documentation of deficiency.

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.

An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report and appeal rights was provided to the Site Director.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Kruz Long
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/28/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/28/2024

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