198019038-8-30-2022-33-CC-MJAA-CHSUP3-20220830154451

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198019038
Report Date: 08/30/2022
Date Signed: 08/30/2022 03:45:01 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 08/30/2022 03:45 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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	SUSAN MANDEL, PHD. EARLY HEAD START		FACILITY NUMBER:	198019038
ADMINISTRATOR:	LA SHON TILLIE-JONES		FACILITY TYPE:	830
ADDRESS:	2415 W. AVE. 30		TELEPHONE:	(818) 949-0019
CITY:	LOS ANGELES	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90065
CAPACITY: 15	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14	CENSUS: 10	DATE:	08/30/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	12:45 PM
MET WITH:	Armenuhi Hovsepyan, Teacher		TIME COMPLETED:	04:00 PM

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On August 30, 2022 at 12:45PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Monique Ayala conducted an unannounced required 1-year inspection. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. LPA met with teacher, Armenuhi Hovsepyan who guided the LPA on a tour of the facility. This is an infant age program with a toddler component licensed for 15 infants and toddlers 18 months to 36 months which operates Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 4:30PM. Per the teacher there are 14 infants/toddlers enrolled.

The following classrooms were inspected: room 1: 4 children with 1 teacher and room 2: 6 children with 2 teachers. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under supervision, including visual supervision. Licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license.

The classroom furniture and equipment was inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free.

The facility provides breakfast, lunch, snacks and water for the children in care. The facilities meals are delivered daily by Lauren Lunches and Catering.

LPA observed that there are functioning smoke and carbon detectors in the facility. LPA observed a fully charged and serviced fire extinguisher. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on 07/05/2022.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Jessica Ayala
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/30/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/30/2022

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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: SUSAN MANDEL, PHD. EARLY HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 198019038
	VISIT DATE: 08/30/2022

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Outdoor playground equipment is in 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. There is adequate shade in the play yard.

Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. LPA reviewed staff files; files have required licensing documents.

Children’s Records have been converted to online files, LPA reviewed the online children files to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed.

SB792 (Immunization Requirements for Staff and Employees) was discussed with the Director. The Director and staff do currently have immunization documentation.

AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/ (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: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Jessica Ayala
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/30/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/30/2022

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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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: SUSAN MANDEL, PHD. EARLY HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 198019038
	VISIT DATE: 08/30/2022

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LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov.

Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

The facility was found to be in compliance with Title 22 Regulation, no deficiencies are being cited.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the report was provided to teacher, Armenuhi Hovsepyan.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Jessica Ayala
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/30/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/30/2022

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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