198014887-4-18-2024-54-CC-FWHE-D4FSPL-20240418140320

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198014887
Report Date: 04/18/2024
Date Signed: 04/18/2024 02:03:27 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 04/18/2024 02:03 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 SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	UNIQUE'S PRESCHOOL INFANT CENTER		FACILITY NUMBER:	198014887
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	LETICHA TONEY		FACILITY TYPE:	830
ADDRESS:	9322 S. MAIN STREET		TELEPHONE:	(323) 779-2595
CITY:	LOS ANGELES	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90003
CAPACITY: 27	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 27	CENSUS: 4	DATE:	04/18/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Required	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	09:45 AM
MET WITH:	Leticha Toney		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	02:30 PM

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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Franchesca White arrived at the above facility for the purpose of an unannounced required annual inspection. LPA White announced the purpose of the visit and was granted entry to the facility by Erendira Sanchez, Infant Teacher. There are 7 children enrolled. There were 4 infants present during today’s inspection. There were 3 staff members present. All have current criminal background clearance. The hours of operation are 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Monday – Friday). This is an infant program which consists of one classroom. A Preschool component, facility #198018445.

LPA observed the Parent Board to have the following documents: Facility License, Parents’ Rights, Emergency Disaster Plan, Emergency Evacuation, Infant Choking Informational Pamphlet, and a Disaster Drill Log with the most recent drill conducted on April 4, 2024. According to Teacher Erendira Sanchez, the last fire drill was conducted by placing the babies in a rolling crib and rolling the babies outside to a safe space away from the building.

Life saving devices such as, the smoke detector and carbon monoxide detectors were check and found to be operable at the time of inspection. The smoke/carbon monoxide detectors are in the Infant Center, and in the Toddler classroom. The 2A 10BC fire extinguisher is fully charged with a service tag dated for 12/6/2023, and it’s located in the toddler classroom.

LPA White toured the facility beginning with the Infant Room. Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign-in and out procedures were reviewed. The infant room has a laminate flooring with educational rug placed in the reading area. LPA White observed age-appropriate manipulative toys, soft toys, and books for the infants. The changing area was fully stocked with diapers and wipes for each child labeled and placed in separate containers. Cabinets under the changing table are made inaccessible with child lock latches. The changing table guard rail is sturdy and high enough to prevent infants from falling. . The sink area is adjacent to the changing area and the cabinet is fully stocked with hand washing soap, paper towels, and extra wet wipes.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Franchesca White
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/18/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/18/2024

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 SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: UNIQUE'S PRESCHOOL INFANT CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 198014887
	VISIT DATE: 04/18/2024

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Cleaning agents are kept under the sink and it is made inaccessible with a child lock latch. All rolling cribs that are used by infants are labeled with their names.LPA observed cribs to be neat and safely spaced for easy access to the children. Cribs were observed to have fitted sheets, and free of toys, and other objects. Infant sleeping log was observed to be current for each infant.

The kitchen was inspected for cleanliness, and proper storage of bottles, formula, and baby food items. LPA White observed the infant’s bottles to be labeled, and tops securely sealed. Infant Center food is located in the first cabinet to the left upon entry of the kitchen. Jars of baby food were inspected for expiration dates, and proper labeling. Vegetables stored in the freezer had proper labeling with expiration dates under thirty days. All kitchen surfaces were clean, and no sticky consistencies at the time of inspection. All reusable dishes were properly stored in cabinets.

Outdoor space is physically separate from other child care components. Outdoor play equipment was observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Outdoor activity space surface is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA White discussed sanitation and cleaning policy for outdoor area. LPA White observed areas have cushioning material to absorb a fall. The outdoor area has adequate shade. The Licensee states that there are no bodies of water on the premises and LPA did not observe any bodies of water during this visit. Licensee states there are no weapons or firearms on the premises.

LPA White reviewed staff files and found all teachers and staff to have all educational documentation as qualified teachers. LPA White reviewed files for Mandated Reporter Training, CPR Training, and current immunization against pertussis, measles, TB, and Influenza. Staff Member #3’s Mandated Reporter Training Certificate expired on 3/29/2024. Director Toney states Staff 3 will complete the training over the weekend and provide proof of completion to LPA White before April 25, 2024. LPA White issued a technical violation for this infraction.

LPA Franchesca White discussed the following with Director LeTicha Toney:

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.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Franchesca White
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/18/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/18/2024

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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 SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: UNIQUE'S PRESCHOOL INFANT CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 198014887
	VISIT DATE: 04/18/2024

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Licensee LeTicha Toney 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.

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 discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee LeTicha Toney 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 Leticha Toney 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.

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/.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Franchesca White
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/18/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/18/2024

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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 SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: UNIQUE'S PRESCHOOL INFANT CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 198014887
	VISIT DATE: 04/18/2024

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Licensee LeTicha Toney was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

Based on today’s inspection, observations, record review, and interviews, there will be no deficiencies cited according to California Health and Safety Code of Title 22.

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

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee LeTicha Toney. A copy of the report, and appeal rights were given to Director Toney.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Franchesca White
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/18/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/18/2024

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