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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198020296
Report Date: 03/08/2024
Date Signed: 03/08/2024 11:53:20 AM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:PARA LOS NINOS EARLY HEAD START: VINEFACILITY NUMBER:
198020296
ADMINISTRATOR:ANGELA CAPONEFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:1147 VINE STTELEPHONE:
(213) 250-4800
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90038
CAPACITY: 18TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 18CENSUS: 13DATE:
03/08/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:35 AM
MET WITH:Lilliana Rubio, Area SupervisorTIME COMPLETED:
12:00 PM
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On 03/08/2024 licensing Program Analyst (LPAs) Staicy Perry and Nolan Tcheng conducted an unannounced annual inspection. Upon arrival, LPAs met with Site Supervisor Lilliana Rubio. LPAs were led on a tour of the facility. This is a infant program which consists of 3 classrooms: Classroom 81, Classroom 82 and Classroom 83. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00AM to 4:30PM. The facility also has a Preschool license (#198020303). Per site supervisor, there are currently 18 enrolled in the program.

The infant program is located adjacent to the center's pre-school program. The infant program has no shared areas. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. Upon arrival, the following staff were present during this inspection: Classroom 81: 3 Staff with 4 infants; Classroom 82: 2 Staff, 1 intern with 5 infants; Classroom 83: 2 Staff with 4 infants. The facility was observed to be within the license capacity and limitations. The following was observed during the tour of the facility.

Licensing staff observed all required forms/publications to be posted by the front entrance. Snack menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request. Facility provides breakfast, lunch and PM snack which is provided daily by a vender called International Institute of Los Angeles (ILAS).

PHYSICAL PLANT: All areas were identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher during tour. Napping equipment (cribs/cots) and bedding were inspected for good condition, appropriate storage, and cleanliness.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Guangorena
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Staicy Perry
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/08/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/08/2024
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: PARA LOS NINOS EARLY HEAD START: VINE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198020296
VISIT DATE: 03/08/2024
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The facility provides the bedding and is washed on a weekly basis. Facility has a washer and drying located in the basement where their items get washed. Storage for children's belongings were inspected. All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. First Aid supplies are available and complete. Drinking water was readily available indoors. Each classroom was observed to have water pitchers with cups available for the children.

At this time, the office is used as an isolation area, there is a little tent with padding available for an ill child to rest and the staff restroom nearby will be used if needed.

Licensing staff observed disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. LPAs observed wooden locked boxes with a lock and key assembled high up on the wall with medications. Classroom furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All floors are clean and safe. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents.

Licensing staff observed the valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on January 29,2024, as indicated on service tag. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually. Facility has a functioning carbon monoxide and smoke detector that meets statutory requirements. LKPAs observed them to be placed in all the classrooms. Site supervisor states there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises.

OUTDOORS: Licensing staff reviewed the outdoor play area. 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. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. LPAs observed a small play structure, bikes that are age appropriate, wooden house and a wooden bench. Drinking water is readily available outdoors in an Igloo water jug with cups available for the children.

FACILITY RECORDS: 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. Each classroom has a binder for the sign in and out sheets. Disaster drills have been conducted at least every six months. Last drill was conducted 2/15/24.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Guangorena
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Staicy Perry
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/08/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/08/2024
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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: PARA LOS NINOS EARLY HEAD START: VINE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198020296
VISIT DATE: 03/08/2024
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There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. Licensing staff also reviewed staff records. The review of Staff records was documented on the LIC 859. Staff present had proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. Staff present had proof against TB, measles, pertussis, and influenza.

Children’s Records were reviewed for completeness; Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857.

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/.

Licensing staff discussed the safe sleep regulations with Lilliana Rubio, Area Supervisor 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 [or facility representative] 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.

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).
Licensing staff referred director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Guangorena
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Staicy Perry
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/08/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/08/2024
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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 CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: PARA LOS NINOS EARLY HEAD START: VINE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198020296
VISIT DATE: 03/08/2024
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 Per Lilliana Rubio, Area Supervisor stated that a LEAD test was completed on October 14, 2022 and their were no exceedances reported.

Lilliana Rubio, Area Supervisor 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.

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.

Lilliana Rubio, Area Supervisor was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.


At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today.

The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) – must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative.



Exit interview was conducted with Lilliana Rubio, Area Supervisor
SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Guangorena
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Staicy Perry
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/08/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/08/2024
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