197493270-9-13-2023-58-CC-SORS-CVMUDJ-20230913152936

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197493270
Report Date: 09/13/2023
Date Signed: 09/13/2023 03:29:44 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 09/13/2023 03:29 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:	WEVILLAGE VENTURA, LLC		FACILITY NUMBER:	197493270
ADMINISTRATOR:	BENINATI, KAREN		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	13335 VENTURA BLVD.		TELEPHONE:	(818) 233-8218
CITY:	SHERMAN OAKS	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91423
CAPACITY: 24	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 13	CENSUS: 13	DATE:	09/13/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	11:04 AM
MET WITH:	Assistant Director, Cassidy Barnes		TIME COMPLETED:	03:45 PM

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On 9/13/2023 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Suzette Ornelas conducted unannounced required annual inspection at WEVILLAGE VENTURA, LLC . LPA met with Assistant Director, Cassidy Barnes and discussed the purpose of the visit. The Assistant Director guided LPA on a tour of the facility inside and out. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm.

LPA observed all required postings in a prominent area. LPA observed 13 children and 3 adults. Sign in/out sheet confirmed this to be accurate. All children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. A walk through of the classroom area was conducted. LPA observed 2 licensed preschool classrooms on the premises.

Toddlers (2y-3y); Pre-K(3y-5y)

All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected.
Toddler Classroom: 8 children 1 teacher
Pre-K Classroom: 5 children 1 teacher

A walk through of the classroom room space was conducted, the space was found to be clean and free from any potential hazards. Furniture was found to be in good repair and age appropriate. There is adequate heating, lighting and ventilation. Isolation area for sick students is in the Director’s office. LPA observed adequate arrangements for isolation and care of ill children.

The bathroom and toileting areas were inspected, LPA observed toilets and sinks to accommodate the facility’s capacity. Facility is equipped with 2 toilets and 2 sinks located in the Pre-K classroom. Toilets flush properly, toilet and sinks are reachable by the children in care. The restrooms have adequate toilet paper and paper towels available. The bathrooms were found to be clean. There is adequate lighting/ventilation in the bathroom area.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Betty Bell
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Suzette Ornelas
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/13/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/13/2023

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: WEVILLAGE VENTURA, LLC	FACILITY NUMBER: 197493270
	VISIT DATE: 09/13/2023

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Playground equipment is in safe condition and free of hazards. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. Areas around high climbing equipment, swings and slides have cushioning material to absorb falls. All kitchen, food preparation and storage areas are clean and safe. Per Lead Teacher, food program provides daily meals for children enrolled, parents provide daily meals for children who are not enrolled in the food program and school provides snacks.

Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair. Drinking water is readily available both indoors and outdoors via water bottles and filtered water (similar to Brita).

The facility is equipped with a working smoke detector; however, LPA did not observe a carbon monoxide detector. LPA observed fire extinguishers (2A 10BC) located throughout the facility with service date of 10/20/2022. There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises. First Aid Kit was observed to be complete. Fire Drill log was observed to be complete and current. There are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible. No poisons were observed during the inspection.

The facility has sufficient cots or mats for napping. Each mat or cot is occupied by only one child at time. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete. Prior to working or volunteering in a licensed child care facility, all individuals subject to a criminal record review have received a criminal record clearance or exemption. CPR and Pediatric First Aid certificates were observed to be current. The name of the child care center director or fully-qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director’s absence has been reported to the Department. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and observed files were incomplete, staff need to obtain Mandated reporter Training (AB1207) Certificate. Administrator will obtain proof of completion for staff present on or before 9/27/2023.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. 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: Betty Bell
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Suzette Ornelas
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/13/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/13/2023

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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: WEVILLAGE VENTURA, LLC	FACILITY NUMBER: 197493270
	VISIT DATE: 09/13/2023

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LPA and Administrator discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide 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.

LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.

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.

Administrator 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.

Assistant Director, Cassidy Barnes 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.

Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations, 2 type B deficiencies are cited. (see809D)
HSC1596.954
HSC1597.16(a)(1)

This report shall be made available to the public upon request. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Assistant Director, Cassidy Barnes.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Betty Bell
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Suzette Ornelas
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/13/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/13/2023

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Document Has Been Signed on 09/13/2023 03:29 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

Created By: Suzette Ornelas On 09/13/2023 at 02:26 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: WEVILLAGE VENTURA, LLC	FACILITY NUMBER: 197493270
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 09/13/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

HSC

1596.954

Licensure Requirements

Every licensed child day care center shall have one or more carbon monoxide detectors in the facility that meet the standards established in Chapter 8 (commencing with Section 13260) of Part 2 of Division 12. The department shall account for the presence of these detectors during inspections. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 0 carbon monoxide detectors were installed at the facility which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 09/27/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Director will obtain and instal carbon mnoxide detector and provide LPA with a video via email of carbon monoxide being tested.

Type B

Section Cited

HSC

1597.16(a)(1)

Lead Testing

(1) A licensed child day care center, as defined in Section 1596.76, that is located in a building that was constructed before January 1, 2010, shall have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023, and every five years after the date of the initial test. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above due to faucet being used as a secondary source of water when bottled water is not available was not tested for lead, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 10/11/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Director will have water faucet tested for lead and provide LPA with results via email.

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:

Betty Bell

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Suzette Ornelas

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/13/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/13/2023

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