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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

BILL CRUZ EARLY EDUCATION CENTERLicense 1974105202 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Denise Gibbs conducted an unannounced annual required inspection at the above facility on 7/22/22 at 9:30 AM. LPA met with Eugenia Mbata, Facility Representative (FR) who guided analysts on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program that operates Monday - Friday from 7:00AM-5:30PM. There were 38 children and eight staff present when LPA arrived. LPA was informed that currently three classrooms are open for preschool children. Two classrooms (Room #1 and 2) and one section of the outdoor space have been closed in preparation for an Infant/Toddler program. LPA will discuss closures with District Director. Facility is in compliance with license capacity and Title Five ratio guidelines. All individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption as a condition of employment with the Los Angeles Unified School District. LPA toured Classrooms #3-5. All classrooms had furniture in good condition, free of loose, sharp and/or pointed parts. The floors and surfaces in the classrooms were clean and safe. Rugs were observed to be flat on the ground to avoid tripping hazards. Water is made readily available via labeled bottles provided by facility. Facility does have extra water bottles on hand. Water fountains are not being used due to COVID-19 precautions. Per FR, there are currently no children with medication. Children have cubbies to store personal belongings separate from each other. Children have cots to nap. Bedding is provided by facility and washed weekly by laundry service. There is extra bedding on hand to change as needed. LPA toured the children\342\200\231s restrooms. Each classroom has it's own restroom. Restrooms were observed to be safe and sanitary with operable sinks and toilets. Disinfectant sprays were observed on the sink in two classrooms. FR was reminded to store these items higher out of children's reach. FR put the spay bottles in a higher cabinet during inspection. Staff personal belongings were observed accessible in the classrooms. FR, was reminded to have staff store their belongings out of reach and to lock the child locks on staff cabinets. This was corrected during inspection. ---------------------PAGE 1 LPA toured outdoor play areas. Outdoor areas were observed to have age appropriate equipment, toys and material for children. LPA observed required cushioning under climbing structure to absorb fall. Shade was observed throughout the outdoor area. Water bottles are taken outdoors for children. LPA did not observed any hazards in the outdoor space. LPA observed required posted documentation in the main entrance hallway, which included, Facility License, Publication (PUB) 393- Notification of Parent Rights, Licensing Form (LIC) 610- Facility Disaster Plan, PUB 269- Child Passenger Restraint System, LIC 613A- Notification of Personal Rights and Lunch/Snack Menu. All items were observed. Facility records were reviewed for LIC 9040- Facility Roster, 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form, Daily schedules and Disaster drill log, last drill conducted on 6/29/22. All items were observed. LPA toured the kitchen on site. Facility provides AM snack, PM snack and lunch. Food is not cooked at the facility. Prepackaged food is brought from the neighboring elementary school. Extra food is taken back to elementary. Kitchen was observed to be clean, free of litter, insects and rodents. Trash cans for solid waste have tight fitting lids. Cleaning supplies are stored separate from the food. Carbon monoxide detector is combined with facility smoke/fire alarm. LPA reviewed Sign In/Out sheets located at front desk. All children present were signed in with date, time and full signature of the child's representative. Due to COVID-19 precautions, parents are not entering the facility. Children are dropped off and picked up at the main entrance. A digital daily pass (approved child health assessment) is scanned for added precaution. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for Emergency Card, Immunization Records, Licensing Form (LIC) 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995 Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, LIC 701- Physician\342\200\231s Report, LIC 613A- Personal Rights, and signed Admissions Agreement. All documents were observed. Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, Proof of immunization against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, ----PAGE 2 Transcripts or Permit and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. Two staff are missing Mandated Reporter Training's and all staff are missing proof of immunization's. During inspection all children were observed to be treated with dignity and respect, they were observed to be receiving safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment, and free from corporal and/or unusual punishment. LPA observed that facility still is implementing COVID-19 precautions and procedures as required by Los Angeles Unified School District and the Department of Public Health. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) : Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. When any IMS is provided, a plan for providing 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)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Center and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm Based on the LPA\342\200\231s observations and records review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children\342\200\231s health & safety. 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 . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility Representative Eugenia Mbata. --------------------------PAGE 3

Citations

2 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • ARTICLE 1. General Provisions and Definitions

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in eight out of eight staff files which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in four out of eight staff files which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the July 22, 2022 inspection of BILL CRUZ EARLY EDUCATION CENTER?

This was an inspection of BILL CRUZ EARLY EDUCATION CENTER on July 22, 2022. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to BILL CRUZ EARLY EDUCATION CENTER on July 22, 2022?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in eight out of eight staff files which..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was an inspection. Inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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