198013871-3-28-2023-54-CC-DCHS-CQCPXY-20230328114307

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198013871
Report Date: 03/28/2023
Date Signed: 03/28/2023 04:50:55 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 03/28/2023 04:50 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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	NATURE'S EDGE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER		FACILITY NUMBER:	198013871
ADMINISTRATOR:	JAYANTHI WIMALARATNE		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	2700 EAST 7TH STREET		TELEPHONE:	(562) 588-9319
CITY:	LONG BEACH	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90804
CAPACITY: 45	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 45	CENSUS: 24	DATE:	03/28/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:00 AM
MET WITH:	Jayanthi Wimalartn, Director		TIME COMPLETED:	12:00 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	Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Dayna Chambers conducted an unannounced annual inspection on March 28, 2023 at: 9:00AM. LPA met with Jayanthi Wimalaratne, Director, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program which consists of 2 classrooms; RM #1 -Caterpillars and RM#2 – Butterflies. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 5:30pm. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. Upon arrival, the following staff were present during this inspection: Room #1-Catepillars: (ages 2-3 yrs.): Staff #1, #2, and intern with 15 preschoolers; Room #2-Butterflies (ages 4-5 yrs.): Staff #3 and intern with 9 preschoolers. The facility was observed to be within the license capacity and limitations. The following was observed during the tour of the facility: Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and in good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Center has a linen service for laundry. Napping equipment (mats) were observed in a separate storage room. Per director, the isolation area is located away from children, but center is small and there is not a separate room. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms. There are 3 toilets and 3 sinks and the center separates children for use. General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in classrooms. The center has a filtered water dispenser and cups. The children also have their own thermos filled with filtered water for outside use. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Director states that poisons are locked in the kitchen area inaccessible to children. Carbon monoxide detectors were observed and are operable. All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids or solid waste bags shall be discarded immediately after each meal. Outdoor playground equipment is in a 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

SUPERVISORS NAME: Valarie Cook
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dayna Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/28/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/28/2023

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: NATURE'S EDGE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 198013871
	VISIT DATE: 03/28/2023

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shade in the play yard. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. LPA advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time. All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic-free There are no firearms stored on the premises. There are no pools or bodies of water at the facility. All individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. Children’s Records were reviewed. (The name, address, and telephone number of child’s authorized representative is on file) and medical Assessment.) for completeness; Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857. LPA also reviewed staff records. The review of Staff records was documented on the LIC 859. Staff present did have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. Staff present did have proof against TB, MMR, TDAP, and influenza. All staff have been given on the-job training sanitation principles, housekeeping, including universal health precautions. LPA also issued the Review of Staff records (LIC 859) to the licensee during this inspection. The LIC 857 and the LIC 859 documents the staff and children’s files that were reviewed during this inspection.Children's roster was reviewed, and center is updating roster during inspection. Center utilized the Bright Wheel app for Sign-In and Sign-Out sheets and was reviewed during inspection. Children present were signed in. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 03/16/2023. Menus are posted two weeks in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. The facility provides Breakfast, Lunch, and PM Snack. First Aid supplies were observed in the classroom in a cabinet. According to the Director, currently there are no children enrolled who require medication. The center has an IMS statement that will be updated as needed. Per Director, medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note and is stored in the office. The facility was observed to be equipped with an isolation area away from the other children. The center is a small one room and the isolation is away from the other children in care. Medication: 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

SUPERVISORS NAME: Valarie Cook
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dayna Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/28/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/28/2023

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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: NATURE'S EDGE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 198013871
	VISIT DATE: 03/28/2023

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During inspection, LPA requested the Lead Summary Report. The licensing forms were missing and provided to the Director to complete the package.

Per Director, Jayanthi Wimalaratne, Lead Testing was completed on January 29, 2023. LPA requested the lead testing forms from the Director during inspection. The package is incomplete, and the lead testing appears to have an exceedance. LPA and Director will work later to discuss the issues. Corrections are not discussed at this time. The Director will need to contact the lead testing company to get more information.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Jayanthi Wimalartne.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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.

At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. No deficiencies cited.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Valarie Cook
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dayna Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/28/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/28/2023

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