Routine inspection·July 5, 2024

On 07/05/2024 at 9:15 AM an unannounced Annual/Random Inspection was conducted by Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Katrina Chicote and Peter Bishop. LPAs announced purpose of visit and initially met with Facility Representative (FR), Kandis Hmablet, Principal. Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 86, per FR they have lowered their capacity to 81 due to physical plant updates to the facility, which includes building encumbered spaces (pending Department visit). The program currently operates Monday thru Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. LPAs were taken on a guided tour of the facility of both indoors and outdoors. Required postings were observed. LIC 125 was provided. The facility is made up of four classrooms: RMs: A, B, C, and E. At the initial start of the site visit, there is a total census of 17 children and a total census of four staff present, which LPAs observed playing outside. Per FR, due to low attendance all classrooms are currently combined. Beginning at 9:25 AM, furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair in each classroom. LPAs observed surface of classrooms to be safe and clean, and child size tables and chairs available for children with rounded edges and well maintained. LPAs 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 with soft seating available for quiet play. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. There were cubbies observed as storage for children's belongings. Cots were inspected. Per FR, linens are provided by the facility and washed by weekly laundry service. Availability of drinking water was reviewed. LPAs observed drinking fountains and pitchers available for children and children's personal water bottles. FR states that they also provide disposable water bottles, which LPAs observed available at time of inspection. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, area safety and sanitation. LPAs observed three bathrooms available for the facility totaling 6.5 toilets and six sinks, with additional sinks in three classrooms. Hazardous items including poisonous cleaning compounds were stored inaccessible to children. Per FR, only LAUSD approved disinfectants are present at the facility. Report Continues - Page 1 of 4 A first aid kit is kept in a toolbox in each classroom . LPAs discussed carbon monoxide detectors with FR and Facility Maintenance staff that was present during inspection. FRs states that they believe smoke detectors also operate as carbon monoxide detectors but were unable to find confirmation for that information and LPAs were unable to test carbon monoxide detectors at time of inspection. LPAs notified FRs requirement to have an operable carbon monoxide detector present and to confirm that information from District. LPAs observed smoke detectors and fire extinguishers are present in the facility. LPAs 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 was available and last drill conducted was on 07/02/2024. Isolation area for sick children is in Principal's Office where LPAs observed soft seating available FR confirms the child will have full supervision until child is picked up by Authorized Representative. Per FR, they currently have one child (Child #5) present during today's inspection that require medicines. LPAs observed medicines stored in cabinet in Principal's Office which is centrally located but inaccessible to children. LPAs observed medicines for children in original packaging with unaltered label and conducted record review to ensure completion of required documents. Snack/lunch menus were reviewed and observed posted. Facility provides Breakfast, Lunch, and PM Snack. Per FR, they do not prepare food on site and they only distribute the food that is delivered to facility from nearby Elementary School. Food preparation areas were toured for safety, cleanliness and proper equipment. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. Beginning at 9:45 AM, outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age-appropriateness. LPAs observed surface of outdoor play areas to be safe and maintained for activities planned such as concrete bike path and cushioning material below play structure. LPAs observed a variety of age appropriate toys made for outdoor use available for children such as dramatic playhouses, art, and large outdoor manipulatives. Required shade and fencing were inspected. LPAs observed benches and shade available for children at time of inspection. LPAs advised that the children need to be within the direct care and supervision, including visual supervision of the teacher(s) at all times. The children have access to drinking fountains and water bottle fillers during outside play and use their personal water bottles that are brought out for drinking, LPAs observed children's personal water bottles available in outside play area at time of inspection. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water; no bodies of water or hazards observed. Report Continues - Page 2 of 4 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. LPAs observed all children present signed in at time of inspection. Personal Rights of children were observed by LPAs. Beginning at 10:15 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. LPAs 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 07/15/2025 for Staff #2. Staff files reviewed did have proof of current AB1207 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 . CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND HAS REMEDIATED LEAD EXCEEDANCES: 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. Report Continues - Page 3 of 4 Incidental Medical Services (IMS) - Child Care Centers 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/ . MyChildCarePlan.org – Centers and Family Child Care Homes Licensee [or 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 only advisories given, 07/05/2024. 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, Kandis Hamblet. Report Ends - Page 4 of 4