Pre-licensing visit·February 24, 2022

On 2/24/2022 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jillinda Chandler made an announced visit to Little Ones Preschool for the purpose of conducting a pre-licensing inspection. Upon arrival LPA met with applicant Cherelle Rivera and director Sasha Sargent, who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. The center is two single story classrooms in the rear of Christian Heritage Church. The applicant is requesting a capacity of 30 preschool children ages 36 months - until entry into first grade, with a toddler option for 10 children ages 18 - 24 months of age. Pre-school operations will be conducted in classroom #2 per and the toddler operations will be conducted in room #1 per the provided facility sketch. Operational days and hours are 6:30 A.M. - 6:30 P.M. All parents shall enter and leave the center through the gate within the churches parking lot. There is an approved fire clearance on file conducted by inspector Michael Judkins of the L.A County Fire Department Prevention Bureau. The following was observed of the: INDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE Fire extinguishers were 2AB10C or larger were observed in each class room, extinguishers were last inspected on 1/25/2022. Center has an pull station alarmed in each classroom. Carbon monoxide detectors were observed in operable condition First aid kits were available with the required essentials: scissors, bandages, tweezers, and thermometer. An earthquake emergency kit was also observed. Age appropriate toys and equipment were observed in good repair Drinking water will be provided through filtered water using paper cups and pitchers Heating will be provided using an open face wall heater that was made inaccessible to children in care (in Room 2) and per applicant there will be a portable heater in room #1, no fire places were observed. Cooling will be provided air conditioning units located in each classroom. Windows will be used for ventilation, windows were in fair repair free of chipping paint, dirt, insects or debris Adequate lighting was available, applicant shall replace bulbs in several of the light units in room #2. The classrooms were clean in good repair Storage for children’s belongings were observed Trash cans used for solid waste with tight fitting lids were not observed Disinfectants and cleaning solution and other toxins or poisons were made inaccessible to children, placed in cabinets located in the kitchen, the kitchen is inaccessible to children in care. As a precaution LPA advised applicant to add cabinet locks were the above items will be stored. The space beyond the teachers desk and the staff restroom will be used for isolation of ill children. A cot or mat shall be made available for resting. The classrooms were not equipped with working telephones during todays inspection. Per applicant land lines are available and a phone will be located in room #2. Children will use mats and cots for napping, Mats and cots were observed in fair condition. Parents and authorized adults will sign children in and out using an electronic devise (Tadpole), applicant was was advised that sign in and out sheets shall have the ability to be printed for review by licensing or other enforcement agencies upon request, and retained for 30 days or greater.The center was equipped with cameras inside and outside. The applicant was informed that the required postings shall be posted in a prominent area for authorized representatives and visitors viewing, applicant shall move the toddler parent board to a more prominent space. LPA provided the LIC. 311 for review of things to be posted. Measurements for the indoor activity spaces in room 1: were 310.05 divided by 35 SQ. FT. per child = 8 children and 1178.43 divided by 35 sq.ft. = 33 children in room 2. FOOD SERVICE: The center will provide lunches and snacks will be provided by the center. LPA observed a full kitchen located in room # 2. LPA observed refrigeration for All foods or beverages capable of supporting the rapid and progressive growth of microorganisms that can cause food infections or food intoxications shall be stored in covered containers at 45 degrees F (7.2 degrees C) or less. Applicant was advised to provide a temperature gauge for the freezer and refrigerator. Menus shall be in writing and shall be posted at least one week in advance in an area accessible for review by the child's authorized representative. Copies of the menus as served shall be dated and kept on file for at least 30 days. Menus shall be made available for review by the child's authorized representative and the Department upon request. Applicant shall make provisions for alternative meals for children with allergies. Center shall devise an Incidental Medical Service plan and provide to parents of children with allergies (epi-pen), asthmatic (inhalers), and children needing G-tube feeding RESTROOMS THERE WERE: 2 toilets = 1 toilet per 15 children for a total of 30 children in room 2 and 1 toilet in room 1 for a total of 15 children 2 sinks = 1 sink per 15 children for a total of 30 children in room 2 and 1 sink in room 1 for a total of 15 children. Sinks were standard size, LPA recommends that adaptive broad based stools be made available to assist children in the use of these fixtures. LPA observed that in the second stall of the pre-school restroom the toilet tank's lid was not the appropriate lid for the take, applicant shall provide the correct lid for the toilet tank. The restrooms were clean and sanitized with the necessary toiletries, sinks and toilets were operable and in good repair. Faucets delivered cold water. OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE Age appropriate toys and equipment were observed in good condition. The play yard was completely gated with a 4 inch or higher gate. Per applicant Applicant shall repair all unleavened areas and fill cracks and pole fittings in the asphalt that pose tripping hazards. LPA observed resilient cushioning under all climbing apparatus, in good repair. Water pitchers and paper cups will be available for an outdoor water source Tents for shading and benches for resting were observed. Applicant shall provide adequate shading on the toddler yard. Applicant was advised to remove window doors from all play house. Measurements for the pre-school outdoor activity area (yard #2) was 2375.75 divided by 75 sq. ft. per child for capacity total of 35 children, and for the toddler yard (yard #1) was 1074.85 divided by 75 SQ.FT. for a total of 14 children. Based on todays inspection the facility shall be recommended for a capacity of 30 pre-school children determined by sinks and toilets and 8 in the toddler component determined by the indoor measurements. The following was discussed and an exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the applicant Cherelle Rivera The following were also discussed during the inspection: Applicant was made aware that state law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers and any other items that fall into that category. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. Applicant was reminded that all infants must be placed on their backs when sleeping to prevent S.I.D.S. (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome), and to never shake a baby to prevent the Shaken Baby Syndrome. LPA also informed applicant of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website 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 . Applicant was also reminded that only children eating may be in highchairs and that car seats are utilized only for transportation. The "Notification of Parent's Rights" (PUB394) was discussed with the licensee and the licensee was advised that it must be posted in a prominent area accessible to parents and visitors. Applicant was made aware that parents must sign and be provided a copy of the LIC. 995e Criminal Record Statement Applicant was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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 Child Care Center. 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. Applicant was provided the link to register with Guardian ( guardian@ca.gov ). The following recommendations were requested prior to licensure. Per applicant there will be a portable heater in room #1. applicant shall replace bulbs in several of the light units in room #2 Trash cans used for solid waste with tight fitting lids were not observed As a precaution LPA advised applicant to add cabinet locks were toxins and detergents will be stored Applicant shall move the toddler parent board to a more prominent space. Applicant was reminded to post Covid 19 warnings and signs in prominent areas. Applicant was advised to provide a temperature gauge for the freezer and refrigerator Sinks were standard size, LPA recommends that adaptive broad based stools be made available to assist children in the use of these fixtures. LPA observed that in the second stall of the pre-school restroom the toilet tank's lid was not the appropriate lid for the take, applicant shall provide the correct lid for the toilet tank. Applicant shall provide adequate shading on the toddler yard. Applicant was advised to remove window doors from all play house. Complete all required documentation and submit to the local regional office