Pre-licensing visit·December 26, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) T. Tran made an announced prelicensing visit at 2600 S. Hoover St. Los Angeles, CA 90007. About 9:00 AM, LPA met with Associate Director, Joanna Williams and Executive Director, April Smith who provided a tour of the facility. Applicant applying for a capacity of 15 Preschool. The hours of operation are Monday-Friday; 7:30 A.M. through 5:30 P.M, Monday through Friday. The fire inspector has approved for the above capacity requested. LPA inspected and measured all areas specified on the facility sketch. The facility had sufficient indoor, outdoor space with toilet and sink to accommodate the 15 preschools. There are age-appropriate furniture and equipment observed in the classroom which appear to be in new condition. Children's restroom located by the staff workspace observed to have age- appropriate sink and toilet with dispensable soap and paper towels. Individual cubbies are available for children's belongings. Napping equipment (cots) were observed to be in new condition. The facility provides breakfast, lunch, and snack. All food items will be delivered from the private vendor ready to serve. Facility shall ensure that food is age appropriate and follows Federal Food Guidelines. Food prep area includes a refrigerator, food warmer, and a microwave. Cabinets are available for storage and free from cleaning compound. Children drinking water using dispenser filtered water with paper cups. The staff's space will be used by ill children. First aid supplies are available. Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors are present and in operable condition. Fire extinguisher (2A-10BC) was fully charged. Outdoor physical space is completely fenced. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. There is outside shade in the play area. The facility state that there are no bodies of water on the premises, and none were observed during this visit. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. 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 Page 1-4 LPA advised to read the Child Care quarterly updates every season as the come out to stay informed of any changes or updates to the regulations and PINs. LPA informed the Child Care Advocate Program (CCAP) provide many other helpful resources to the licensees and the public. Visit www.cdss.ca.gov to receive important updates. LPA informed the effects of lead exposure for children between ages 1-6 years old are the most at risk for lead poisoning. A copy of lead exposure was provided. Applicant was informed of responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-540-4000. Also call the Community Care Licensing office and follow up with a written Unusual Incident/Injury Report (LIC 624B). smoking is prohibited on the premises. Required Postings/Licensee shall have posted in the Child Care Center at all time the following : Facility license. Personal Rights form (LIC 613A). Menus. Child passenger restraint system poster. (PUB 269). Daily activity schedule. Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610) and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC 9148). Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster (PUB 393). Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213). Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, Shaken Baby Syndrome Poster. Any licensing report documenting a type \342\200\234A\342\200\235 citation must be posted for 30 days. Any licensing report or other document verifying compliance or non-compliance with the Department\342\200\231s order to Correct a Type A deficiency must be posted for 30 days Children's Records are to be maintained by the facility and must contain the following : Identification and Emergency Information - Child Care Centers (LIC 700). Child's Preadmission Health History - Parents\342\200\231 Report (LIC 702). Child's Preadmission Health Evaluation if not enrolled in a public or private elementary school - Physician's Report (LIC 701). Consent for Medical Treatment (LIC 627). Written statement from parent(s) or authorized representative exempting child from medical assessment, immunization, and treatment because of adherence to a religious faith that practices healing by prayer or Page 2-4 other spiritual means; or physician's statement that immunization is not indicated. California School Immunization Records (\342\200\234blue cards\342\200\235, PM 286) for non-school-age children. Current Admission Agreement, with authorized signature(s). Centrally Stored Medication and Destruction Record (LIC 622), if medications are handled. Documentation of unusual behavior or signs of illness, special needs. Unusual Incident/Injury Report (LIC 624). Signed and dated receipt of Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights (LIC 995). Personal Rights \342\200\224 Community Care Facilities, Child Care Facilities (LIC 613A) receipts, signed and dated. Authorizations for dispensing medication, signed by each child\342\200\231s authorized representative. Applicant shall maintain Administrative Records which shall have the following: Written inspection procedures for accepting children on a daily basis. Sign-in/sign-out sheets kept for current 30 days, or approved waiver to use electronic pin system. Admission policies, including admission criteria, ages of children who will be accepted; medical assessment requirements; program activities, supplemental services, if any; field trip provisions, transportation arrangements, food service, if any. Designation of Facility Responsibility (LIC 308). Personnel Report (LIC 500) showing current roster. Licensee affidavit regarding persons exempt from fingerprint requirements (Use back of LIC 500). Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610) (a posting requirement; see below) with verification that disaster drills are conducted every six months. Documentation of drills shall be maintained for at least one year. Up-to-date list of qualified teacher substitutes. Documentation of exceptions and waivers: Facility Waiver Request (LIC 956) and Exception/Exemption Request (LIC 971). Annual licensing reports and substantiated complaints from the last three years (must be available at the center for public review). And a Childcare Facility Roster (LIC 9040). The applicant was advised to access the Licensing website at ccld.ca.gov to obtain information about the most recent regulatory changes, and especially the Quarterly Updates. The licensee was informed about the Healthy Schools Act and the required training to be completed. Senate Bill 792 was discussed pertaining the requirement of immunization for staff working at childcare. Page 3-4 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 . 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. As of 12/26/2023, the facility will be granted to serve for the capacity of 15 preschool children. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with facility representative, April Smith. Page 4-4