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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197493322
Report Date: 07/06/2023
Date Signed: 07/06/2023 12:04:44 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 07/06/2023 12:04 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
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME:BRIGHTER DAYS EARLY LEARNING, LLC.FACILITY NUMBER:
197493322
ADMINISTRATOR:LEWIS, CHELSEAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1648 W. 9TH STREETTELEPHONE:
(310) 940-4128
CITY:SAN PEDROSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90732
CAPACITY: 54TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 37CENSUS: 24DATE:
07/06/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:05 AM
MET WITH:Paula Terzoli - Licensee/ Darlene Estrada - directorTIME COMPLETED:
12:21 PM
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On 7/6/2023 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jillinda Chandler made an unannounced visit to the Brighter Days Early Learning LLC. preschool for the purpose of conducting a " Required One Year Annual" inspection. Upon arrival there were 24 children being supervised by lead Darlene Estrada-director and four teachers. Day care operations were being held in room number 2 and 3. LPA inspected the classrooms for Health and Safety compliance per Title 22.

THE FOLLOWING WAS OBSERVED

The floor in the classroom was observed to be in good condition.
Age appropriate toys, furniture and equipment were observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts.
Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were in locked cabinets, inaccessible to children.
Trash cans in the classroom had tight fitting lids.
Drinking water is readily available both indoors and outdoors.
Children have individual cubbies to store their personal belongings
LPA observed a refrigerator in the staff lounge for storage of medication in need of refrigeration, there was a locked drawer for storage of other medications.
The rooms temperature was set at a comfortable temperature
Menus and required posting were observed in a prominent area for review.
Parents provide meals and the center provides snacks
LPA observed a first aide kit with the required essentials: scissors, tweezers, ointments, bandages and a thermometer.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/16/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/16/2023
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
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: BRIGHTER DAYS EARLY LEARNING, LLC.
FACILITY NUMBER: 197493322
VISIT DATE: 07/06/2023
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LPA observed napping equipment in good condition, free of rips or tears
The isolation area is located in the office or the classroom next the office with a private restroom.
Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected and observed in operable condition
Outdoor playground surface was safe. LPA observed resilient cushioning in need of minor repairs, no hazardous condition were observed during today inspection. Benches and shading were observed
FACILITY RECORDS
Staff files were reviewed and found to be current and updated
All individuals present had obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption.
There was at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this visit.
A review of children’s files, found the records to be complete and up-to-date .

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.

An exit interview was conducted and this report discussed and copy was proved to licensee Paula Terzoli - Licensee/ Darlene Estrada - director
SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/06/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/06/2023
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Created By: Jillinda Chandler On 07/06/2023 at 11:45 AM
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: BRIGHTER DAYS EARLY LEARNING, LLC.
FACILITY NUMBER: 197493322

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 07/06/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
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
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Based on interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above per Licensee the facility had not been tested for Lead contamination,which poses a potential health risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/31/2023
Plan of Correction
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No later than 7/31/2023 the center shall provide proof of an attempt or evidence that a certified water sampler has been hired.
Section Cited
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POC Due Date:
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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:Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/06/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/06/2023


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