198017686-5-10-2024-54-CC-CKAM-D55VXP-20240510164953

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198017686
Report Date: 05/10/2024
Date Signed: 05/10/2024 04:50:06 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 05/10/2024 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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	CALIFORNIA HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER-EARLY EDUCATION		FACILITY NUMBER:	198017686
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	SYLVIA AGUILAR		FACILITY TYPE:	830
ADDRESS:	1600 S. HOPE STREET		TELEPHONE:	(213) 742-6385
CITY:	LOS ANGELES	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90015
CAPACITY: 16	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 16	CENSUS: 14	DATE:	05/10/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	02:00 PM
MET WITH:	Veronica Medrano		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	05:00 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	On 5/10/2024 at 2:00pm Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Claudia Kam and Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Denise Gibbs made an unannounced required visit at above licensed facility. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility. LPA met with Veronica Medrano and was taken on a guided tour of both indoors and outdoors of the facility. LPA observed Teacher-child ratios, and staff names recorded. All center staff that was present during today’s inspection had fingerprint clearance and are associated to the designated license number. Care and supervision evaluated it is determined that the basic needs and personal rights of children are met and appropriate. Sign-in and Sign-out sheets were reviewed and found to be in compliance. The hours of operation are 7:30 am – 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday. Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 16. At the initial start of the site visit, there is a total census of 14 children and a total census of 5 teachers present. The facility is made up of 2 classrooms. Room 107: had 7 children and 2 staff, Room 112: had 7 children and 3 staff present at time of inspection. LPA observed all posting requirements for operation on the posting board and the following documents were observed LIC 203A-License, Facility Waiver, 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 available to parents in corresponding classroom. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. Children napping equipment met the requirement regulation at time of inspection. Storage for children's belongings, bathrooms facilities, and isolation areas were inspected. Age-appropriate sinks and toilets and changing tables were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, safety, and sanitation. LPA observed cubbies with age appropriate toys and to be clean and free of hazards at time of inspection. LPA observed carpets, rugs and age-appropriate tables and chairs in each classroom. Small chairs and tables used for activities and meals. Page 1 of 4

SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Claudia Kam
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/10/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/10/2024

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: CALIFORNIA HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER-EARLY EDUCATION	FACILITY NUMBER: 198017686
	VISIT DATE: 05/10/2024

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LPA observed backpacks for first aid kept in each classroom bathroom. First Aid supplies were inventoried and were found to be in compliance with regulation. Breakfast, snack and lunch menus were reviewed at time of inspection. Facility provides breakfast, lunch, and snacks. All food items delivered daily and prepared by the hospital California Hospital Medical Center, no food stored at the facility. Food allergies are shared with the vendor to ensure that meals are prepared to be allergen free. Drinking water is provided via classroom sink using water cups. Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors are present in the facility. LPA tested detectors at time of inspection and were determined to be in operable condition. Fire extinguishers were observed as serviced on 4/19/2024. Hazardous items including poisonous cleaning compounds were stored inaccessible area to children. A review of medication policy, including administering, labeling, storage, and records was made. Fire & Earthquake drill observed conducted monthly with last drill conducted on 4/24/2024 per observation of drill log.

At 2:00 PM, LPA observed outdoor play area which consists of a small wooden play structure, a sandbox and sensory wall. Outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair, and age appropriateness. Required shade provided by trees and fencing were inspected. LPA advised Director that the children need to be always within the direct care and visual supervision by the teachers. Per Director, the children have access to drinking water via pitchers and disposable paper cups. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water; no bodies of water or hazards observed at time of inspection.

LPA reviewed with facility administrator the LIC 311A, Records to Be Maintained At The Facility, for child’s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted. Staff and Children’s Records were reviewed. Criminal Record Clearances were reviewed for adults. LPA observed current CPR and First Aid Certification for center staff. CPR card expires on 06/2024 for Staff Member. Mandatory Forms for the children’s files and staff files were discussed. Role and responsibilities of being a Mandated Reporter were reviewed. The Director was advised how to access forms and Regulations online at www.ccld.ca.gov. to ensure the most current information regarding regulations for all those who assists in providing care.
This facility plans to provide Incidental Medical Services – IMS. For IMS information, see PIN 22-02-CCP. A 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, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Claudia Kam
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/10/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/10/2024

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: CALIFORNIA HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER-EARLY EDUCATION	FACILITY NUMBER: 198017686
	VISIT DATE: 05/10/2024

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The following were discussed with the Facility Repreentative extinguisher type 2A-10BC must be serviced annually or as often as necessary. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors should be checked, and batteries replaced as needed. Changes should be reported to the Department as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your location. 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.

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.

Facility Representative 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.

Center was reviewed for lead compliance and center meets standards for lead. 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 childcare 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.

LPAs discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative Veronica Medrano 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 Veronica Medrano 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.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Claudia Kam
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/10/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/10/2024

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: CALIFORNIA HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER-EARLY EDUCATION	FACILITY NUMBER: 198017686
	VISIT DATE: 05/10/2024

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The facility was found in compliance per Title 22 regulations, there will be no deficiencies cited today 5/10/2024.

Facility representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, 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.

During the exit interview the facility representative confirmed that there are no registered sex offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.

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.

On 5/10/2024 at 4:00 PM, exit interview was conducted with Childcare Manager, Veronica Medrano. A copy of this report was given, and appeal rights were issued and discussed.

Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms.

To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Claudia Kam
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/10/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/10/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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