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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198008722
Report Date: 04/19/2024
Date Signed: 04/19/2024 03:37:44 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 04/19/2024 03:37 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

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:HARRY PREGERSON CHILD CARE CENTER, THEFACILITY NUMBER:
198008722
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		MIRANDA VALDESCONAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:255 E. TEMPLE ST.TELEPHONE:
(213) 894-1556
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90012
CAPACITY: 31TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 26CENSUS: 26DATE:
04/19/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
02:10 PM
MET WITH:Michelle Johnson, Interim Director / Administrator. TIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
04:00 PM
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On April 19, 2024, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Staicy Perry conducted an unannounced required random inspection. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. LPA met with Michelle Johnson, Interim Director / Administrator, who guided the LPAs on a tour of the facility. This is an preschool program that operates Monday to Friday 6:45am to 6pm. There is a infant component, facility number 198008723 that operates 6:45am to 6pm. Per director, there are 26 children enrolled. LPAs observed an armed security guard inside the facility near the lobby area. Per director, since the facility is located in a federal building, the building requires armed security. Michelle Johnson, Interim Director / Administrator is gathering all information for Guards information to submit missing document for armed guard waiver.

LPA observed required forms to be posted on the Parent Board located near entrance of facility. LPA observed the following: Facility License, Snack Menus, LIC 613A Personal Rights, PUB 269 Child Car Seat Poster, PUB 369 Notification of Parent's Rights, and LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Plan. LIC 9148 Earthquake Preparedness and Verification of Disaster and Fire Drills were reviewed.

All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected. LPA observed 12 children with 01 staff in the Two's room and 14 children with 02 staff in the Preschool Room. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. Staff names were recorded. Criminal Record Clearances were reviewed. During this inspection, all children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher at all times.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Guangorena
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Staicy Perry
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/19/2024
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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: HARRY PREGERSON CHILD CARE CENTER, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198008722
VISIT DATE: 04/19/2024
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The classroom furniture and equipment was 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 toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. LPAs observed changing tables that meet Title 22 Regulations. LPA did observe a tight fitted trash for diapers in the Twos classroom. LPA's observed cleaning solutions located on the bottom cabinets to be unlocked and accessible to children in care.
The facility provides an AM snack, PM snack and offers catering through HEROEATS for parents/guaridans that want to order. Those children that do not order food are required to bring their own lunches. Children bring their own water form home, per director there is additional water for children that may need more. The kitchen was observed to be clean.

LPA observed that there are functioning smoke and carbon detectors in the facility. LPA observed a fully charged and serviced fire extinguisher. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on 12/07/23.

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. Play yard does have 1 emergency exit door located to the right of the playground. LPA observed door to have an alarm system.



Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. LPA reviewed staff records, staff files were observed to be complete.

Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation were reviewed.

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

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Guangorena
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Staicy Perry
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/19/2024
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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: HARRY PREGERSON CHILD CARE CENTER, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198008722
VISIT DATE: 04/19/2024
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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

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee [or facility representative] 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. LPA also informed licensee [or 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.

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

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



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SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Guangorena
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Staicy Perry
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/19/2024
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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: HARRY PREGERSON CHILD CARE CENTER, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198008722
VISIT DATE: 04/19/2024
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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.

The facility was found to be in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. No deficiencies are being cited today, 04/19/24.

An exit Interview was conducted, a copy of this report along with Notice of Site visit was provided to the Interim Director Michelle Johnson. Appeal rights were provided and discussed.

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.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Guangorena
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Staicy Perry
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/19/2024
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