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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 376701140
Report Date: 08/01/2023
Date Signed: 08/01/2023 07:54:53 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
SAN DIEGO N. CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME:ABC CHILDREN'S CENTER AT SAN DIEGOFACILITY NUMBER:
376701140
ADMINISTRATOR:CRISTY N. & POOJA S.FACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:12145 ALTA CARMEL COURT #270TELEPHONE:
(858) 451-1663
CITY:SAN DIEGOSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92128
CAPACITY: 82TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 73CENSUS: 61DATE:
08/01/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
10:20 AM
MET WITH:Cristy NovaTIME COMPLETED:
02:00 PM
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On 08/01/2023 at 10:20AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Selina Siao conducted an annual inspection. Upon arrival, LPA met with Office Administrator Gricelda Olvera and proceeded to tour the facility until Director Cristy Nova was available. The following ratios were observed: Wildcats (Older Toddler) class had 9 children supervised by teachers Maria Ramirez and Carmen Ortega Torres. Giraffe class had 19 children supervised by teacher Gema Garcia and teacher aide Prerana Goswani. Panda Class had 16 children supervised by teacher Swapnil Tiwari and teacher aides Mozhgan Eskandarloo and Rayna Kamibayashiyama. Tigers (toddler class) had 12 children supervised teacher Ledy Rodriguez, teacher aides Analleli Marmolejo and Mayra Molano. Koalas class had 5 children in care supervised by teacher Tina Mazdeh aka Fataneh. The classrooms were within staffing ratio during today's inspection. All required notices, forms and licenses were posted. Furniture and age appropriate equipment is in good condition. Rooms have adequate heating, lighting, ventilation and drinking water. Storage cubbies are readily available, and room accommodates class size. Napping equipment consists of mats which are kept in the classrooms and each mat has its own sheet or covering. Bathrooms are maintained with operational toilets and faucets with appropriate temperature. Paper towels and toilet paper are available. Bathroom is lighted and has ventilation. Food service area consists of a kitchen which is clean and free of hazards. Menu is posted. Adequate food is available for snacks. Cleaning supplies are kept out of reach of children. Outdoor play area is a fenced playground with sufficient sand for cushioning. Climbing structures and slides are securely fixed to the ground. Area has a shade structure, umbrellas, canopy and trees used for shade. Equipment is age appropriate and separated by age groups, infant, toddlers and preschool. Children has their own water bottle that they uses when they are inside and outside.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Tashima Daniel
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Selina Siao
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/01/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/01/2023
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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Created By: Selina Siao On 08/01/2023 at 03:32 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: ABC CHILDREN'S CENTER AT SAN DIEGO
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701140

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101174(d)
Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan
(d) Disaster drills shall be conducted at least every six months.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in as facility has not conducted a fire drill with the children since 12/13/2022. Which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/28/2023
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Director stated that she will conduct a fire drill with the children and submit the fire drill log to LPA Siao no later than 08/28/2023.
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:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as 4 out of 6 staff records reviewed online mandated chld abuse training certificates had expired which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/28/2023
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Director stated that the five staff members will retake the online mandated child abuse training and she will submit their certificates to LPA no later than 08/28/2023.
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:Tashima Daniel
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Selina Siao
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/01/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/01/2023


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Created By: Selina Siao On 08/01/2023 at 04:58 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: ABC CHILDREN'S CENTER AT SAN DIEGO
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701140

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101216(f)
(f) At least one staff member who is trained in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first adi pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866 shall be present when children are at the child care center or offsite for center activities.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as the opening and closing staff does not have a valid EMSA approved pediatric CPR and First Aid card which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/28/2023
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Director stated that she will renew her pediatric CPR and First Aid training along with the opening staff. Director will submit their cards to LPA upon completion but no later than 08/28/2023.
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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:Tashima Daniel
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Selina Siao
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/01/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/01/2023


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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
SAN DIEGO N. CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: ABC CHILDREN'S CENTER AT SAN DIEGO
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701140
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2023
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LPA reviewed sign in sheets, first aid supplies and reviewed medication policy and storage. Isolation area is the Director's office. A sample of personnel and client records were reviewed. Staff members have the required immunizations and completed the online mandated reporter training. Reporting requirements was also reviewed. All personnel have required criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. LPA reviewed Emergency Disaster Plan and last fire drill was conducted on 12/13/2022.

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-carecenters/.

The following items were discussed with provider: Facility representative was provided with PIN 23-09-CCP Extreme Heat Hazard Awareness Focusing on Infants and Young Children and Safe Sleep Regulation, Effects of Lead Exposure and reporting responsibilities were discussed.

Child Care Providers can now sign up for Quarterly Updates and PINS through the DSS website at https://cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe. LPA discussed California Megan's Law with provider and advised her to go on the website at www.meganslaw.ca.gov.

Director 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.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Tashima Daniel
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Selina Siao
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2023
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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
SAN DIEGO N. CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: ABC CHILDREN'S CENTER AT SAN DIEGO
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701140
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Facility representative 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.

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 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.

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/process.

All unusual incident reports shall be submitted to Licensing office via email at SDIncidentReports@dss.ca.gov or via fax at (619)767-2203.

Refer to the next page LIC 809D for deficiency citations. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director.

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

SUPERVISORS NAME: Tashima Daniel
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Selina Siao
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2023
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