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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198009045
Report Date: 04/29/2022
Date Signed: 04/29/2022 11:23:06 AM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:SALVATION ARMY S. LA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, THEFACILITY NUMBER:
198009045
ADMINISTRATOR:MAXINE HIGAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:7651 S. CENTRAL AVE.TELEPHONE:
(323) 586-0288
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90001
CAPACITY: 56TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 38CENSUS: 25DATE:
04/29/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:15 AM
MET WITH:Sheri Graves, DirectorTIME COMPLETED:
12:30 PM
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An unannounced Required – 1 Year Inspection was conducted on 04/29/2022 at 9:15 AM by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Katrina Chicote. Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 56. Per Director, they currently have 38 enrolled. Licensing staff met with Sheri Tucker (Graves), Director. The program currently operates Monday thru Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM. LPA was taken on a guided tour of the facility of both indoors and outdoors.

At the initial start of the site visit, there is a total census of 25 children and a total census of four teachers present. The facility is made up of three classrooms (Preschool 1, Preschool 2, and Preschool 3). At 9:26 AM, LPA started tour in Preschool 1, at 9:28 AM LPA observed Preschool 2, and at 9:30 AM, LPA observed Preschool 3. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. LPA observed small tables and chairs, floor free of hazards, and carpets in each learning station. LPA observed art materials, dramatic play area, manipulative toys, and quiet reading area in each classroom. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. LPA observed telephone and central air/heat in each classroom. There were cubbies observed as storage for children's belongings. Mats/cots were inspected, LPA observed mats being used for napping and being stored outside of classrooms. Per Director, linens are provided by the facility and blankets taken home weekly. Availability of drinking water was reviewed. LPA observed individual water bottles in each child's cubby, per Director this is taken home every Friday and washed by families or as often as necessary by facility. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, area safety and sanitation. LPA observed each classroom to have two toilets and one sink.

LPA observed first aid kit is kept hanging in each classroom by the door to the playground. Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors are present in the facility. At 9:39 AM, LPA observed fire extinguishers have been serviced in 12/31/2021. Hazardous items including poisonous cleaning compounds were stored inaccessible to children. LPA observed these items to be stored in high cabinets in each classroom.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Trevino Cochran
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Katrina Chicote
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/29/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/29/2022
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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: SALVATION ARMY S. LA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198009045
VISIT DATE: 04/29/2022
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At 9:36 AM, LPA observed food preparation area. Snack/lunch menus were reviewed. Food and snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. Food preparation areas were toured for safety, cleanliness and proper equipment.

At 9:31 AM, LPA inspected outdoor play area, which each classroom can access through backdoor. Outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age-appropriateness. LPA observed concrete bike path to the right of playground with bikes well maintained and helmets available for children in care. LPA observed child size tables, chairs, benches, and lounge seating observed through out playground in good repair. LPA observed a large play structure with steps and three slides to have proper cushioning material to absorb fall. Required shade and fencing were inspected. LPA Chicote advised Director that the children need to be within the direct care and supervision, including visual supervision of the teacher(s) at all times. The children have access to their water bottles during outside play, LPA observed children walking out with water bottles. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water; no bodies of water or hazards observed.

Teacher-child ratios were observed and staff names recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Sign-in and out sheets and procedures were reviewed. Personal Rights of children were observed by LPA.

At 10:15 AM LPA reviewed Staff and Children’s Records. Criminal Record Clearances were reviewed for adults. CPR card expires on 07/2023 for Director. Inspection of required forms made.

Incidental Medical Services:
This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and 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.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: Trevino Cochran
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Katrina Chicote
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/29/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/29/2022
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: SALVATION ARMY S. LA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198009045
VISIT DATE: 04/29/2022
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The following were discussed with the Director:
The Director was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care.

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-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee [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.

AB 1207: Beginning on January 1, 2018, this law requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. Volunteers are encouraged but not required to take the training. Website: http://www.mandatedreporterca.com/

The Director was also advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and to CCL within the time frame specified by the regulation.



These forms may also be downloaded from our website: www.ccld.ca.gov

The facility was found in compliance per Title 22 regulations, there will be no deficiencies cited today 04/29/2022.

The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) – must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site inspection by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00.



Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee (or facility representative), Sheri Graves.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Trevino Cochran
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Katrina Chicote
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/29/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/29/2022
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