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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197411229
Report Date: 03/03/2025
Date Signed: 03/03/2025 01:48:30 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 03/03/2025 01:48 PM - 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 NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME:	NORTHRIDGE EARLY EDUCATION CENTER		FACILITY NUMBER:	197411229
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	SANCHEZ, LUIS		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	18050 CHASE STREET		TELEPHONE:	(818) 678-5190
CITY:	NORTHRIDGE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91325
CAPACITY: 120	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 120	CENSUS: 92	DATE:	03/03/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	08:45 AM
MET WITH:	Luis Sanchez, Principal		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	02:00 PM

NARRATIVE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lilia Hernandez conducted an unannounced annual inspection to the above facility on 03/03/2025. LPA arrived at the facility at 8:45AM, identified self and met with Luis Sanchez, Principal, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. LPA provided Principal with a copy of the LIC 125 Entrance Checklist to help facilitate the inspection. This is a preschool program which consists of 5 classrooms. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. There were 92 children and 17 staff present when LPA arrived. The facility was observed to be within the license capacity and limitations. This facility is funded by the California Department of Education and was observed operating under Title 5 staffing ratios. Criminal record clearance was not reviewed. However, per condition of employment with the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), all individual’s present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption. The following was observed during the tour of the facility: Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. LPA observed children in all classrooms to have their own cubby to store their belongings. LPA advised Principal to provide additional space for children’s belonging should it be needed to avoid children’s belongs from touching. Cots and linens are provided for each child enrolled. Linens are washed weekly by laundry service provided by the school district. LPA observed napping equipment stored in each classroom that meets regulation requirements. Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in the restrooms. Each classroom also has an additional sink for handwashing. General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in classrooms. ---Page 1 of 3

SUPERVISORS NAME: Rita Ramos
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilia Hernandez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/03/2025

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/03/2025

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 NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: NORTHRIDGE EARLY EDUCATION CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 197411229
	VISIT DATE: 03/03/2025

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Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Principal states that poisons are locked in the utility room . Carbon monoxide detectors were observed and are operable. Disaster drill log was posted and date noted for last disaster drill on 02/27/2025.

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.

Menus are posted one month in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request. The facility provides breakfast, lunch, and snack to children. Food is prepared off premises in a cafeteria at a local middle school operated by LAUSD. Meals are delivered to the facility daily.

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 material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. LPA observed a shade structure and trees that provide shade outdoors in the play yard. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. LPA advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time.

All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic-free. Per Principal, there are no firearms stored on the premises. LPA observed no pools or bodies of water at the facility.

Facility has conducted water lead testing to comply with Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018 requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCC’s) constructed before January 1,2010 to test their drinking water for lead contamination between January 1, 2020 and January 1, 2023, and then every five years after the date of the first test. LPA observed point of use filter for installed both indoors and outdoors. Filters were last replaced on 07/01/2024. ---Page 2 of 3

SUPERVISORS NAME: Rita Ramos
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilia Hernandez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/03/2025

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/03/2025

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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 NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: NORTHRIDGE EARLY EDUCATION CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 197411229
	VISIT DATE: 03/03/2025

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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. There was no one present during this inspection with a current pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR course completion cards issued by the American Red Cross, the American Heart Association, or by a training program approved by the Emergency Medical Services Authority. Staff present did not have proof against measles, pertussis, and influenza.

Children’s Records were reviewed. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857. Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign-In and Sign-Out sheets were reviewed, and children present were signed in.

First Aid supplies were inspected and complete. Per Principal, medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note and is stored in the office. The facility was observed to be equipped with an isolation area for any child who becomes ill and it is located in the office.

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/.

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.

Principal 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.

The following deficiencies listed on the attached deficiencies page are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Luis Sanchez, Principal. ---Page 3 of 3

SUPERVISORS NAME: Rita Ramos
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilia Hernandez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/03/2025

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/03/2025

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Document Has Been Signed on 03/03/2025 01:48 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

Created By: Lilia Hernandez On 03/03/2025 at 12:20 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: NORTHRIDGE EARLY EDUCATION CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 197411229
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 03/03/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

HSC

1596.7995(a)(1)

General Provisions and Definitions

(1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in Principal did not have immunization records for personnel on file for LPA to review which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 04/04/2025
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Per Principal, Immunization against measles, pertussis and influenza (vaccine or waiver) for all personnel will be obtained an file at the facility. Principal will provided a copy of immunization records for all teacher files reviewed during inspection via email by POC due date.

Type B

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
1 2 3 4	Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in there was no one present during this inspection with a current pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR course completion cards issued by the American Red Cross, the American Heart Association, or by a training program approved by the Emergency Medical Services Authority which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 04/04/2025
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Principal will ensure that a staff member who is trained in First Aid/CPR is present when children are in care and ensure that a current pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR course completion cards issued by the American Red Cross, the American Heart Association, or by a training program approved by the Emergency Medical Services Authority. A copy of staff's First Aid/CPR certificate will be submitted via email to LPA by POC due date.

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:

Rita Ramos

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Lilia Hernandez

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/03/2025

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/03/2025

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