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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191800750
Report Date: 12/17/2024
Date Signed: 12/17/2024 01:58:37 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:WESTSIDE JEWISH COMMUNITY PRE-SCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
191800750
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		LAUREN FRIEDMANFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:5870 WEST OLYMPIC BOULEVARDTELEPHONE:
(323) 556-5251
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90036
CAPACITY: 141TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 85CENSUS: 51DATE:
12/17/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:33 AM
MET WITH:Director, Lauren FriedmanTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
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On December 17, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPAs) Priscilla Ochoa and Mariah Aguirre conducted an unannounced annual inspection. LPAs were greeted by two guards at the back entrance of the facility, who then contacted the Director Lauren Friedman who guided LPAs on a tour of the facility. This is a Preschool program with a toddler component that operates Monday to Friday from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Per director there are 85 enrolled in the program. LPAs observed 46 preschoolers and 5 toddlers in care.

This facility is located on the premises of Westside Jewish Community Center. LPA observed the preschool program to be physically separate both indoors and outdoors from the Westside Jewish Community Center.

At 9:30 AM, director guided LPA on a tour of facility. This Preschool center consist of 6 classrooms, Bears, Rabbits, Foxes, Owls, Chipmunks, Hedgehogs. The toddler component consists of 1 classroom, the Fireflies. All areas were inspected, and LPAs observed in the Bears room: 6 children and 2 staff, Rabbits classroom: 12 children and 1 staff, Foxes classroom: 8 children and 2 staff, Owl’s classroom: 9 children and 3 staff, Chipmunks classroom: 6 children and 3 staff, Hedgehogs classroom: 5 children and 2 staff, and Fireflies classroom: 5 toddlers and 2 staff. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under supervision, including visual supervision. Napping equipment was observed in the form of mats in each classroom. Bedding was inspected for good condition, appropriate storage, and cleanliness. There are age-appropriate toys and supplies for children in the classrooms and in good repair.

The classroom furniture and equipment were inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Priscilla Ochoa
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/17/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/17/2024
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
, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: WESTSIDE JEWISH COMMUNITY PRE-SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 191800750

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 12/17/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type A
Section Cited
HSC
1596.871(c)(1)(A)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
Subsequent to initial licensure, a person specified in subdivision (b) who is not exempt from fingerprinting shall obtain either a criminal record clearance or an exemption from disqualification, pursuant to subdivision(f) of this section or Section 1522.7, from the State Department of Social Services prior to employment, residence, or initial presence in the facility.

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Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as one staff member did not have criminal record clearance, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 12/17/2024
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LPAs obsered staff member leave the facility. LPAs explained to Director, S2 can not return to the facility until they have obtained Criminal Record Clearance.
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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:Priscilla Ochoa
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/17/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/17/2024


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

FACILITY NAME: WESTSIDE JEWISH COMMUNITY PRE-SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 191800750

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 12/17/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
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Section Cited
HSC
1596.954
Licensure Requirements
Every licensed child day care center shall have one or more carbon monoxide detectors in the facility that meet the standards established in Chapter 8 (commencing with Section 13260) of Part 2 of Division 12. The department shall account for the presence of these detectors during inspections.

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Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as the facility did not have one or more carbon monoxide detectors in the facility which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 12/18/2024
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Director will purchase and send LPAP. Ochoa proof of functioning one or more carbon monoxide detectors in the facility by POC date 12/18/2024.
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Section Cited
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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 record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as of 2 out of 7 staff did not have current mandated reporter certificates which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 12/24/2024
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Director will have staff members complete Mandated Reporter training and send LPA P. Ochoa proof of completed certificates by POC date 12/24/2024.
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:Priscilla Ochoa
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/17/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/17/2024


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Created By: Priscilla Ochoa On 12/17/2024 at 12:47 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
, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: WESTSIDE JEWISH COMMUNITY PRE-SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 191800750

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 12/17/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.7995(a)(1)
General Provisions and Definitions
(1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year.

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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as 2 out of 7 staff did not have proof of immunization records in their staff file which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 12/24/2024
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Director will submit proof of immunization record for both staff to LPA P. Ochoa by POC date 12/24/2024.
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Personnel Requirements
(1) Except as specified in (3) below, good physical health shall be verified by a health screening, including a test for tuberculosis, performed by or under the supervision of a physician not more than one year prior to or seven days after employment or licensure.

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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 of 7 staff are missing TB test and health screening and 2 staff out of 7 are missing LIC 9108, and 3 staff out of 7 are missing LIC 9052, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/03/2025
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Director will submit proof of the completed documentation for staff above to LPA P. Ochoa by POC date 1/03/2024
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:Priscilla Ochoa
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/17/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/17/2024


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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
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FACILITY NAME: WESTSIDE JEWISH COMMUNITY PRE-SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 191800750
VISIT DATE: 12/17/2024
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All toilets and hand washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. There are 2 restrooms inside the facility and one outdoors in the preschool play yard. In the restroom the toddlers occupy, LPAs observed a changing table with a mat that is at least 3 inches thick within arm's reach of a sink. LPAs also observed additional diapers, wipes and clothes available near the changing table for toddlers in care. There is drinking water accessible to the children in care via personal water bottles and water dispensers through out the facility.

At this time, the Director's Office is used as an isolation area. Parents are contacted immediately when children are determined to be ill and staff are ensuring that children with obvious symptoms of illness are not being accepted

10:35 a.m. the outdoor playgrounds were inspected. The facility does have separate play yard for preschool children and toddlers, they are separated by a fence. Equipment for play yards are 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. LPAs observed multiple sand boxes in the play yards. Per directors, the sand boxes are covered every night the maintenance teams and racked. There is adequate shade in the play yarsd via snail shades. While touring the play yard, LPAs observed Staff 2 (S2) did not have Criminal Record Clearance. Per Director, S2 should be associated to the license. After LPA contact Licensing Office and Director contacted HR representative, S2 does not have Criminal Record Clearance. LPAs explained to the Director that S2 is not cleared to be around daycare children. S2 was removed from the premises at 10:57 am. S2 can resume employment at the facility once criminal record clearance has been granted.

At 10: 50 am LPAs observed the kitchen door open, LPAs then inspected the kitchen. Per director the children are in allowed in the kitchen area. LPAs advised that if the children are in the kitchen aera, all dangerous objects must be in inaccessible to children. The facility provides am and pm snacks, children bring their own lunch from home. All kitchen, food preparation, and storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on and are in good repair. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are stored in an area inaccessible to children. The facility takes measures to keep the facility free of flies, other insects, and rodents.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Priscilla Ochoa
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/17/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/17/2024
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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: WESTSIDE JEWISH COMMUNITY PRE-SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 191800750
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LPAs did observe hardwired smoke detectors. LPAs did not observe carbon monoxide detectors during the inspection. Director did send a staff member at the facility to purchase carbon monoxide detectors. LPAs observed a fully charged and serviced fire extinguisher that was serviced on 06/04/2024. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on 09/24/24.

The facility uses the Playground application to sign in and out children. Parents scan a barcode that directs them to sign in/out their child. LPAs reviewed 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 of the day.

Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. Child records were deemed complete. Staff records were reviewed to ensure Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed. Staff records were deemed not complete. Please see attached LIC 809-D.

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.

This facility does provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS). LPAs observed medication storage, 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. 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

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-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Priscilla Ochoa
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/17/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/17/2024
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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: WESTSIDE JEWISH COMMUNITY PRE-SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 191800750
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LPA also informed director 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.

CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: 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

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

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.

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.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Priscilla Ochoa
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/17/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/17/2024
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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
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FACILITY NAME: WESTSIDE JEWISH COMMUNITY PRE-SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 191800750
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Based on the inspection of the facility, LPA P. Ochoa informed Director that this report dated December 17, 2024 documents 1 Type A citation along with a $500 civil penalty which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPA P. Ochoa informed the Director to provide a copy of this licensing report dated December 17, 2024, that documents any Type A citation to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. The facility is also being cited type B citations. The deficiency listed on the following page was observed by the LPAs and is being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22 or Health and Safety code. Please see attached LIC 809-D for citation.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days during facility’s hours of operation. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the report was provided to Director, Lauren Friedman.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Priscilla Ochoa
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/17/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/17/2024
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