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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197402179
Report Date: 03/12/2024
Date Signed: 03/13/2024 08:37:58 AM

Document Has Been Signed on 03/13/2024 08:37 AM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME:CLEOPHAS OLIVER LEARNING ACADEMY (C.O.L.A.)FACILITY NUMBER:
197402179
ADMINISTRATOR:JENKINS, CAROLYNFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:1902 W. FLORENCE AVE.TELEPHONE:
(323) 751-3906
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90047
CAPACITY: 15TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 15CENSUS: 7DATE:
03/12/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
01:00 PM
MET WITH:Stacey JenkinsTIME COMPLETED:
04:30 PM
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On 3/12/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ranita Richmond conducted an unannounced Required / Annual Inspection for the above-named Infant Child Care Center. Center is licensed for 15 infant children, ages 0 thru 24 months of age. LPA met with Director Stacey Jenkins. LPA Richmond toured the facility indoors and outdoors and observed 6 children in care, being supervised and cared for appropriately by 2 fingerprint cleared staff members. Facility hours of operation are Monday – Friday, 6:30am – 6:00pm.

Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. At the end of the inspection there were 7 children in care.


All children are under visual supervision of a teacher at all times. The CCC is in compliance with Title 22 regulations regarding Staff to Student ratios. LPA reviewed the sign in/ sign out sheets located on the front counter of the facility. LPA observed children being signed in using signatures and times. LPA Richmond advised Director of the importance of sign in/sign out using the full first and last name of the parent/authorized representative and time of checking the child in and out daily.

Kitchen on site. All chemicals, poisons, sharp objects, or other hazardous items are accessible to children in care by locked cabinets, safety gates, and visual supervision. Kitchen is made inaccessible to children in care by locked safety gates and visual supervision.

There is one crib present for each infant in care. Cribs are free of all loose articles and objects, including blankets and pillows. Cribs are free of objects hanging above or attached to the side of the crib. All bedding used for only the child assigned. All soiled bedding shall be replaced when wet or soiled. Soiled bedding shall be placed in a suitable container and made inaccessible to infants until washed.

Facility is open to enroll children that might need medication administered. Medication, if needed, is stored in the locked cabinet in a locked container behind the reception desk. LPA reminded facility to ensure that all medication is stored with all necessary LIC forms. All prescription and nonprescription medication shall be centrally stored in accordance with the following requirements: medication shall be kept in a safe place inaccessible to the children in care, each container shall have an unaltered label. Assistant director confirmed that medication is stored in the reception cabinet. Currently facility does not have any children that need medication.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Ranita Richmond
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/12/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/12/2024
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: CLEOPHAS OLIVER LEARNING ACADEMY (C.O.L.A.)
FACILITY NUMBER: 197402179
VISIT DATE: 03/12/2024
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There are no swimming pools, ponds, or other bodies of water on the premises. There are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible.

LPA Richmond observed 1 (one) fully charged 2A:10B:C fire extinguisher in the kitchen. LPA Richmond observed working carbon monoxide and smoke detectors throughout the site.

All toilets and hand washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Floors in the facility are clean and safe. LPAs inspected the classrooms and observed age-appropriate toys, books and furnishings. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Playground equipment is in 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.

CCC provides all meals,formula, snacks, and water. Food and snacks are delivered daily by outside vendor (WayFord). Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair.

LPA Richmond reviewed 6 children’s files. Files will be reviewed by director for completion.

LPA Richmond reviewed 2 personnel files. 2/2 files missing 1st aid/cpr which poses an immediate Health, Safety and, Personal Rights risk to persons in care. Type A citation issued. LPA reminded Director that CPR/First Aid is to be EMSA approved and both CPR/First Aid and Mandated Reporter training are to be renewed every 2 years. LPAs provided director with LIC311A and LIC125 to use as a reference when auditing files.

CCC COMPLETED LEAD TESTING on 01/21/23. No lead exceedances present. Copy of lead testing provided to LPA during inspection.

Director 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.



This facility provides Incidental Medical Services - IMS.
LPA Richmond 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/.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Ranita Richmond
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/12/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/12/2024
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: CLEOPHAS OLIVER LEARNING ACADEMY (C.O.L.A.)
FACILITY NUMBER: 197402179
VISIT DATE: 03/12/2024
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Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

LPA Richmond reminded Director to access the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov for access to Provider Information Notices (PINs), Quarterly Updates, COVID-19 Information and Resources, Mandated Reporter Training, Safe Sleep in Child Care, Lead Poisoning Facts, Forms and Regulations. Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms.


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.

Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations, citations were cited today. See LIC 809D.


Exit interview conducted, and report was reviewed with Director Stacey Jenkins.
Appeal rights printed and reviewed with Director Stacey Jenkins.
A Notice of Site Visit was provided and must remain posted for 30 days.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Ranita Richmond
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/12/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/12/2024
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Created By: Ranita Richmond On 03/12/2024 at 03:32 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: CLEOPHAS OLIVER LEARNING ACADEMY (C.O.L.A.)
FACILITY NUMBER: 197402179

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 03/12/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type A
Section Cited
CCR
101216(f)
Personnel Requirements
(f) At least one staff member who is trained in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first aid pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866 shall be present when children are at the child care center or offsite for center activities.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation, interview, record review the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Director did not ensure that at least one staff member has current training in Pediatric 1st aid/cpr which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/13/2024
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Director will take EMSA approved 1st aid/ cpr course and send completion certificate to LPA via email to ranita.richmond@dss.ca.gov
Type A
Section Cited
CCR
101215.1(m)
Child Care Center Director Qualifications and Duties
(m) A child care center director shall complete 16 hours of health and safety training if necessary pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation, interview, record revie, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Director did not complete health and safety training which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/13/2024
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Director will complete 8 hours of Preventive Health and Safety Training and send completion certificate to LPA via email to ranita.richmond@dss.ca.gov
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME:Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Ranita Richmond
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/12/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/12/2024


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