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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198020155
Report Date: 04/07/2022
Date Signed: 04/07/2022 01:46:23 PM

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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:	MUSE ACADEMY INC., THE		FACILITY NUMBER:	198020155
ADMINISTRATOR:	MAILE JUAREZ		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	1135 GAVIOTA AVE		TELEPHONE:	(310) 924-7515
CITY:	LONG BEACH	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90813
CAPACITY: 77	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 44	CENSUS: 26	DATE:	04/07/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	08:30 AM
MET WITH:	Maile Josiah-Juarez, Director		TIME COMPLETED:	11:23 AM

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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Raul Navarro conducted an unannounced annual inspection on 04/07/2022 at 8:30AM. LPA met with Maile Josiah-Juarez, Director, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program which consists of three classrooms; Happy Hoppers Room 1, Terrific Tigers Room 2 and Preschool/Pre-K Room 3 . Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. Upon arrival, the following staff were present during this inspection: Room 1: Staff #1, #2 with 11 preschoolers; Room 2: Staff #3, with 8 preschoolers; and Room 3: Staff #4 with 7 children. 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 good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Linens are washed by the facility each week . Napping equipment (cots) were observed in a separate storage room. Per Director, the isolation area is located in the office or the front desk. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms. General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in classrooms.

Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Director states that poisons are locked in the classrooms. 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 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.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Raul Navarro
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/07/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/07/2022

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

FACILITY NAME: MUSE ACADEMY INC., THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198020155
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 04/07/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

HSC

1596.8662(b)(1)

Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on record review, Staff #1 and #3 did not have current proof of completion of the Mandated Reporter Training. Certificate expired in 2021, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 04/28/2022
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Director will have staff take the mandated reporter training and submit proof of completion to LPA by the POC date of 4/28/22.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4
	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4

Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME:

Karen Chambers

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Raul Navarro

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/07/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/07/2022

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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 CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: MUSE ACADEMY INC., THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198020155
	VISIT DATE: 04/07/2022

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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. There is adequate 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.

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.

Children’s Records were reviewed. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857. Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign-In and Sign-Out sheets were reviewed. Children present were signed in. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 4/5/2022. 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. At 10:30am, LPA observed that two staff had expired certificates. Staff present did have proof against TB, measles, pertussis, and influenza. All staff have been given on the job training sanitation principles, housekeeping, including universal health precautions. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection.

Food is prepared at the facility. The facility provides AM and PM snack. LPA observed water bottles labeled with the children's name. Menus are posted three weeks in advance. All kitchen, food preparation, and storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All food is protected from contamination.All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on and are in good repair.

First Aid supplies were observed in the classroom. According to 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 for any child who becomes ill and it is located in the front desk of the director's office.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Raul Navarro
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/07/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/07/2022

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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 CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: MUSE ACADEMY INC., THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198020155
	VISIT DATE: 04/07/2022

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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

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

The deficiency listed on the following page was observed by the LPA and are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Please see attached LIC 809 D for the deficiency that is being cited and need to be cleared to protect the children’s health & safety.

Exit interview conducted with the Director Maile Josiah-Juarez.

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. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00.

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/tion-process.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Raul Navarro
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/07/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/07/2022

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