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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

CERRITOS CHILD DEV. CENTERLicense 1980074251 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Anomeh Eivazian and Mary Silva conducted an unannounced annual inspection on 02/27/23 at 8:30 AM. LPAs met with Teacher Contreras Bernardo. LPAs provided Teacher Bernardo with a copy of the Entrance Checklist for Child Care Centers form (LIC 125). Teacher Bernardo guided LPAs on a tour of the facility. A COVID 19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. At 9:40 AM Perla Leyvas, Program Supervisor arrived to the facility. This is a preschool program which consists of 4 classrooms; Room 101, Room 104, Room 105, and Room 108. Room 101 and Room 104 are half day program and Room 105 and Room 108 are full day programs. There are school age program and Elementary program on this site. All the programs are under Glendale Unified School District. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following staff was present during this inspection: Room 101 : 3 staff with 15 preschoolers; Room 104 : 2 staff with 7 preschoolers, Room 105: 3 staff with 12 preschoolers, and Room 108 : 3 staff with 15 preschoolers. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher at all times. The following was observed during the tour of the facility: PHYSICAL PLANT LPAs observed the facility to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair. Per Teacher Bernardo cleaning crew clean the facility daily after hours. Furniture and equipment was inspected for age appropriateness and good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic-free. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Linens are laundered by the facility each week on Friday or as needed. Napping equipment (cots) were observed to be stored in each classroom. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms. General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in the classroom. LPAs observed water pitchers and disposable cups in each classroom. REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE 1 OF 4 Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication, and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Teacher Bernardo states there are no poisons stored at the facility. Teacher Bernardo showed operable carbon monoxide detectors in each classroom. LPAs observed required posting information were posted in each classroom. All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids or solid waste bags shall be discarded immediately after each meal. Outdoor playground equipment is in a safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with rubber cushioning material that absorbs a fall; climbing apparatuses are single level only. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. Per Teacher Bernardo, teachers take water pitchers and disposable cups outside during outdoor play time. LPAs advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time. The Site Program states that there are no bodies of water on the premises and LPAs did not observe any bodies of water during this inspection. Site Supervisor states there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. FACILITY RECORDS Site Supervisor, Perla Leyas 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. Children’s Records were reviewed for completeness; Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857. REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE 2 OF 4 There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. LPA also reviewed staff records. The review of Staff records was documented on the LIC 859. Staff present had proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. Staff present had proof against TB, measles, pertussis, and influenza. All staff have been given on the-job training sanitation principles, housekeeping, including universal health precautions. Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. LPA observed sign in/out sheet was placed outside by the entrance door. During this inspection 59 children were present, and all 59 children were singed in. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 02/07/2023. Menus are posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. Preschoolers are provided breakfast, lunch, and a PM snack. Snacks and Lunch are delivered by Glendale School District kitchen daily. First Aid supplies were observed in each classroom. According to Perla Leyas, Program Supervisor, medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note and is stored in the child’s classroom. The facility was observed to be equipped with an isolation area for any child who becomes ill and it is located in the staff office. The ill child will use the staff restroom during isolation which is disinfected immediately after use per Site Supervisor. Medication: This facility provi des Incidental Medical Services – IMS. Per Perla Leyas, Program Supervisor currently they do not have any child enrolled to administer IMS. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226.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 Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . Plan of Operation for Incidental Medial Services was submitted on 07/17/17. REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE 3 OF 4 Analyst reviewed new Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, which requires the testing of water for lead in Child Care Centers (CCCs) with facility director during the inspection. Per AB 2370, all CCCs that are located in buildings constructed before January 1, 2010, must have their water tested and post the results by January 1, 2023, and every 5 years after the date of the first testing. Teachers refill children drinking water pitchers by kitchen water faucets. Facility has not completed required water lead testing yet. 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 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 . The deficiencies listed on the following pages were observed by the LPA and are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Please see attached LIC 809D for deficiencies that are being cited and need to be cleared to protect the children’s health & safety. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the P er la Leyas, Program Supervisor at 11:00 AM. END OF REPORT PAGE 4 OF 4

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.

  • ARTICLE 3. Administration

    Based on LPAs observations and Perla Leyvas, Program Supervisor statement the licensee did not comply with the section cited above and has not completed required water lead testing yet which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the February 27, 2023 inspection of CERRITOS CHILD DEV. CENTER?

This was a inspection inspection of CERRITOS CHILD DEV. CENTER on February 27, 2023. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to CERRITOS CHILD DEV. CENTER on February 27, 2023?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on LPAs observations and Perla Leyvas, Program Supervisor statement the licensee did not comply with the section c..."

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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