197414537-12-9-2024-58-CC-SORS-DBSRDW-20241209115636

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197414537
Report Date: 12/05/2024
Date Signed: 12/09/2024 11:56:48 AM

Document Has Been Signed on 12/09/2024 11:56 AM - It Cannot Be Edited

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:	SATICOY VILLAGE CCC/LA CHILD CARE & DEV. COUNCIL.		FACILITY NUMBER:	197414537
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	MARTINEZ, SILVIA		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	14649 SATICOY STREET		TELEPHONE:	(818) 782-7199
CITY:	VAN NUYS	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91405
CAPACITY: 26	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 21	CENSUS: 14	DATE:	12/05/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	10:39 AM
MET WITH:	MARTINEZ, SILVIA		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	03:15 PM

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On 12/5/2024 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Suzette Ornelas conducted unannounced required annual inspection at 14649 SATICOY STREET VAN NUYS CA 91405. LPA met with Center Director, MARTINEZ, SILVIA and discussed the purpose of the visit. The Director guided LPA on a tour of the facility inside and out. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday 6:30am to 5:30pm.

LPA observed all required postings in a prominent area. LPA observed 14 children and 4 adults. All children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. A walk through of the classroom area was conducted. LPA observed 1 licensed preschool classrooms on the premises.

All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected.

RM 1: 14 children with a ratio of 4 teachers

A walk through of the classroom room space was conducted, the space was found to be clean and free from any potential hazards. LPA observed two broken floor tiles in need of repair upon entry. Director agrees the tiles will be repaired. Furniture was found to be in good repair and age appropriate. There is adequate heating, lighting and ventilation. Isolation area for sick students is in the Director’s office. LPA observed adequate arrangements for isolation and care of ill children.

The bathroom and toileting areas were inspected, LPA observed toilets and sinks to accommodate the facility’s capacity. Facility is equipped with 2 toilets and 2 sinks located in the classroom. Toilets flush properly, toilet and sinks are reachable by the children in care. The restrooms have adequate toilet paper and paper towels available. The bathrooms were found to be clean. There is adequate lighting/ventilation in the bathroom area. The water tank cover for the toilet on the far left upon entering the restroom area, is missing. Per Director, cover is in the process of being obtained.

Raul Navarro	TELEPHONE: (424) -30-3072
Suzette Ornelas	TELEPHONE: 424-301-3008
	DATE: 12/05/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/05/2024

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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: SATICOY VILLAGE CCC/LA CHILD CARE & DEV. COUNCIL.	FACILITY NUMBER: 197414537
	VISIT DATE: 12/05/2024

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Playground equipment is in safe condition and free of hazards. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. Areas around high climbing equipment, swings and slides have cushioning material to absorb falls.

All kitchen, food preparation and storage areas are clean and safe. Per Director, cook provides daily meals for children enrolled. LPA observed monthly menu accessible to parents. Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair. Drinking water is readily available both indoors and outdoors via filtered sink and outdoor water dispenser. The facility is equipped with a working smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector. LPA observed fire extinguishers (2A 10BC) located throughout the facility with service date of 10/30/2024. There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises. First Aid Kit was observed to be complete. Fire Drill log was observed to be complete and current. There are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible. No poisons were observed during the inspection.

The facility has sufficient cots or mats for napping. Each mat or cot is occupied by only one child at time. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete. 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. CPR and Pediatric First Aid certificates/Mandated Reporter Training Certificates were observed to be current. LPA was unable to complete reviewing staff files due to files being kept at the LAUSD building in Downtown Los Angeles. The name of the child care center director or fully-qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director’s absence has been reported to the Department.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

LPA and 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.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Raul Navarro	TELEPHONE: (424) -30-3072
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Suzette Ornelas	TELEPHONE: 424-301-3008
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 12/05/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/05/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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: SATICOY VILLAGE CCC/LA CHILD CARE & DEV. COUNCIL.	FACILITY NUMBER: 197414537
	VISIT DATE: 12/05/2024

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To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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.

Administrator was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

LPA referred Facility Representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.

Administrator 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.

Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations, 2 type B deficiencies are cited. (See LIC809-D)

This report shall be made available to the public upon request. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, MARTINEZ, SILVIA.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Raul Navarro	TELEPHONE: (424) -30-3072
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Suzette Ornelas	TELEPHONE: 424-301-3008
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 12/05/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/05/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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Document Has Been Signed on 12/09/2024 11:56 AM - It Cannot Be Edited

Created By: Suzette Ornelas On 12/05/2024 at 03:24 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: SATICOY VILLAGE CCC/LA CHILD CARE & DEV. COUNCIL.	FACILITY NUMBER: 197414537
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 12/05/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

101700(b)

Written Directives for Lead Testing

(b) All licensed Child Care Centers operating in buildings constructed before January 1, 2010, shall test their water for lead pursuant to these written directives. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 sinks used for food prep/potable drinking water have not been tested for Lead, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 03/31/2025
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	DIrector will submit results once obtained, if exceedance of Lead is found, corrections must be made to resolve exceed.

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101238(a)

Buildings and Grounds

(a) The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in floor tile was broken and in need of repair and 1 missing toilet water tank cover needs to be placed which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 03/31/2025
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Once corrected, Director will provide LPA with pictures via email suzette.ornelas@dss.ca.gov

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:

Raul Navarro

TELEPHONE: (424) -30-3072

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Suzette Ornelas

TELEPHONE: 424-301-3008

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/05/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/05/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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