Routine inspection·November 13, 2024

On 11/13/2024 at 11:05 AM an unannounced Required – 3 Year Inspection was conducted by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Claudia Kam. LPA announced purpose of visit and met with principle Rosa Ramirez, Facility Representative (FR). Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 164. The program currently operates Monday thru Friday from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm. LPA was taken on a guided tour of the facility of both indoors and outdoors. Required postings were observed. The facility is made up of 5 classrooms and 2 play areas. At the initial start of the site visit, there is a total census of 99 children and a total census of 23 teachers present. Beginning at 11:10 AM, furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. LPA observed surface of classrooms to be safe and clean, and child size tables and chairs available for children with rounded edges and well maintained. LPA observed learning stations for dramatic play, math, and science with a variety of age appropriate toys maintained free of loose and sharp parts and a library area available for quiet play. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. There were cubbies observed as storage for children's belongings. Per FR, linens are provided by the facility weekly from a laundry service. Availability of drinking water was reviewed. Children bring their own water bottle from home and there is water fountains in the classroom for refill and disposable bottles available for those who need one. LPA observed bubblers available and functioning for children and children's personal water bottles. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, area safety and sanitation. LPA observed 6 bathroom available in classroom that had three toilets and two sinks. Hazardous items including poisonous cleaning compounds were stored inaccessible to children in locked custodian closet. Per FR, only LAUSD approved disinfectants are present at the facility. Page 1 of 4 A first aid kit is kept in each class room in the rolling cart to allow for transportation for outside play . LPA tested carbon monoxide detector, located in classroom 2, and LPA observed smoke detectors and fire extinguishers are present in the facility. LPA discussed requirement to have fire extinguishers serviced annually and to conduct regular checks of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to ensure they are in operable condition. Disaster drill log 10/16/2024. Isolation area for sick children is in the principle office where child will have full supervision until child is picked up by Authorized Representative. Per FR, they currently have no children that require medication. Menus were reviewed and observed posted. Facility provides Breakfast, Lunch, and PM Snack. Food and snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. Food preparation areas were toured for safety, cleanliness and proper equipment. All meals are prepared ad delivered by the elementary school. Trash cans used to discard food have been observed and per principle all food is discarded immediately after each meal and disposed of off site. At 11:09 AM Outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness. LPA observed surface of outdoor play areas to be safe and maintained for activities planned such as rubber mats and asphalt and concrete flooring. LPA observed a variety of age appropriate toys available balls, tricycles, play kitchen, lounge equipment, sand and water tables, play structure, and play houses. Required shade and fencing were inspected. LPA observed both playgrounds a large playground with small play structure and multiple shade areas for large play groups and and a smaller play area to the right of the center entrance with a large play structure, giant Legos, standing sand boxes, lounge area with chairs and tables. LPA advised principle that the children need to be within the direct care and supervision, including visual supervision of the teachers at all times. The children have access to drinking fountains during outside play, however children use their water bottles brought daily which are available on a drink cart for each classroom. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water; no bodies of water or hazards observed. Teacher-child ratios were observed and staff names recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Sign-in and out sheets and procedures were reviewed. Personal Rights of children were observed by LPA. Page 2 of 4 Beginning at 11:30 AM, staff and children’s records were reviewed for completeness. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857 for children and the LIC 859 for staff. LPA did not review confidential staff files during the inspection due to the staff confidential files being stored at the administrative office. CPR card expires on 11/2025 for Principle. Staff present did have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. All staff and employees have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption as a condition of employment with the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The following were discussed: LPA 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, this includes any changes as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your location. LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . 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 in the facility, 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 licensed facility. 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. Page 3 of 4 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 . Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . 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) 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/ . MyChildCarePlan.org – Centers and Family Child Care Homes, 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. The facility was found in compliance per Title 22 regulations, there will be no deficiencies cited today 11/13/2024 A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative, Rosa Ramirez. Page 4 of 4