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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198016689
Report Date: 09/17/2024
Date Signed: 10/04/2024 06:18:18 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 10/04/2024 06:18 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:	VERMONT AVE. CENTER HEAD START		FACILITY NUMBER:	198016689
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	JOANNA WILLIAMS		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	1435 W. 27TH STREET		TELEPHONE:	(213) 321-2215
CITY:	LOS ANGELES	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90007
CAPACITY: 40	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 24	CENSUS:	DATE:	09/17/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	01:40 PM
MET WITH:	Debbie Gipson/ Site Supervisor		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	03:30 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	On September 17,2024, at 1:40pm., Licensing Program Analyst (LPAs) Ashley Calderon and LPA T. Tran. conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Site Supervisor Debbie Gipson. LPAs disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility. LPA's conducted a tour with D.Gipson.This is a Head Start Program located on the Elementary School. The facility hours of operation are 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM; Monday-Friday. LPAs observed all posting requirements for operation on the posting board LIC 203A-License, LIC 610 A-Emergency Disaster Plan, LIC 9148 -Earthquake Preparedness Check List, PUB 394- Notification of parent’s rights poster, LIC 613A- Personal Rights, PUB 269- Child Car Seat Law, Menus, and Activity Schedule. LPA's inspected the furniture and equipment for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Individual storage for children's belongings and learning materials was observed. Isolation area was observed to be in the Office/ Break Room. Currently, there are two classrooms, classroom #1 in Room 1 and classroom #2 in Room 3. Napping equipment was observed to be in good condition, Per Ms. Gipson linen is changed weekly, extra linen was observed and linen is cleaned weekly by a Laundry Service. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, found in good repair. Toilet paper and paper towels observed, restroom area observed safe and sanitary. All classrooms have trash cans with tight lids, first aid supplies, smoke detectors; carbon monoxide/fire extinguishers were observed (hardwired and interconnected). Disinfectants and cleaning supplies for all high-touch surfaces, including toys and learning materials was observed to be stored in high inaccessible areas. (Page 1/3)

SUPERVISORS NAME: Valarie Cook
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Ashley Calderon
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/17/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/17/2024

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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

FACILITY NAME: VERMONT AVE. CENTER HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 198016689
	VISIT DATE: 09/17/2024

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The facility provided breakfast, lunch, and snacks. All food items delivered from the private vendor, food is kept refrigerated or warmed in Office/ Break Room. LPA observed the food preparation area to be cleaned and orderly with sufficient food supply and properly storage.

Sign in and out sheet procedures were reviewed. The facility roster was up to date and fire and emergency disaster drills are conducted monthly, last drill was conducted on 9/13/24. Emergency disaster plan is updated and reflected to the current operation. Children and staff records were reviewed and in good order. Teachers were qualified, pediatric cpr/first aid was in place and valid, and mandated reporter training are valid.

Outdoor play area was inspected for free of hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water. Equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness. Shade is provided and drinking water is accessible indoor and outdoor for children in care.

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.

Licensee 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 IS IN THE PROCESS OF REMEDIATING 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. (Page 2/3)

SUPERVISORS NAME: Valarie Cook
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Ashley Calderon
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/17/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/17/2024

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

FACILITY NAME: VERMONT AVE. CENTER HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 198016689
	VISIT DATE: 09/17/2024

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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. PIN 22-05-CCP Page Four. LPA referred licensee to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.

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 PIN 22-02-CCP. 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/.

Licensee 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.

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

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Site Supervisor Debbie Gipson.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Valarie Cook
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Ashley Calderon
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/17/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/17/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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