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Inspection visit

Routine inspection (3-year)

VOA/CESAR CHAVEZ HEAD STARTLicense 1974133121 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 03/03/2026 Licensing Program Analysts (LPA\342\200\231S) Doris Whitmore and Patsy Plancarte made an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a 3 Year inspection. LPA met with Eugenia Delgado, Site Supervisor and toured the facility indoors and outdoors. LPA observed proper care and supervision during this inspection. LPA observed 26 children and 6 staff. All center staff that were present during today\342\200\231s visit have criminal record clearances and are associated to the designated license number. Facility hours of operation for State Pre-School Program all day are Monday- Friday 8:00a.m. -3: 00p.m. Facility has two HeadStart Programs one class in the morning and one class in the afternoon Monday- Friday Morning Class 8:15a.m.-11:45 a.m. and afternoon class 12:30p.m.-4:00p.m.LPA observed all postings requirements for operation on the postings board LIC203A- License, LIC610A-Emergency Disaster Plan, LIC9148- Earthquake Preparedness Checklist, PUB394-Notification of Parents Rights Poster, LIC613A- Personal Rights, PIB-269- Car Seat Law, Menus, Activity Schedule, Roster. LPA observed operable smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, fully charged fire extinguishers and First Aid Kits. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair free f of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Napping equipment was observed to be clean and in good condition. Storage for children\342\200\231s belongings, with 3 operable sinks and toilets. A sufficient supply of toilet paper, soap, paper towels, was observed. Isolation area was inspected and located in the office. Drinking water is readily available and trash cans with tight fitting lids were outside observed in the classrooms. Sign in/out were reviewed and facility roster. Documentation of current Fire & Earthquake drill was observed. The outdoor area was inspected. Playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. LPA did not observe any debris or hazards that would pose immediate risk to children in care. LPA observed an age-appropriate climbing apparatus with proper cushioning beneath Page 2 and properly secured. LPA observed other educational materials for children to utilize. LPA Whitmore shared with the Site Supervisor the Pool regulations. There were no bodies of water, Shade areas were observed, and water is readily available.Snack/lunch menus were posted. Breakfast was delivered the day before and lunch and snack were delivered daily from the main kitchen in Long Beach. Food and snack items are properly stored. Food preparation area was toured. The kitchen area which is made inaccessible to children in care with a latch. LPA observed the kitchen to be clean and equipped with a sufficient supply for meals. There were no cleaning compounds stored with the utensils. The facility serves breakfast, lunch, and snack. Proper food storage was observed. Allergy list posted on the refrigerator and in the classrooms. LPA\342\200\231S reviewed a reviewed a total of 10 children files. All required documentation was in the children\342\200\231s files. A total of 9 staff files was checked; Staff were current on their First Aid/ CPR , In reviewing files, one Mandated Training Certificate was expired. Eugenia Delgado, Site 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. 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). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA\342\200\231S discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee [or facility representative] and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/ safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee [or facility representative] of the importance of checking for and removing any recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website Page 3 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. 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/ . . Eugenia Delgado, Site Supervisor 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. 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 . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. One Type B deficiency please see the D- Page. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Edelgado, Site Supervisor

Citations

1 citation 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.

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What happened during the March 3, 2026 inspection of VOA/CESAR CHAVEZ HEAD START?

This was a inspection inspection of VOA/CESAR CHAVEZ HEAD START on March 3, 2026. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to VOA/CESAR CHAVEZ HEAD START on March 3, 2026?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B).

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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