198015865-1-12-2024-33-CC-LBAK-CZF2X5-20240112164635

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198015865
Report Date: 01/12/2024
Date Signed: 01/12/2024 04:47:00 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 01/12/2024 04:47 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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	LAD N LASSIE PRESCHOOL & INFANT		FACILITY NUMBER:	198015865
ADMINISTRATOR:	ANN DAVIS		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	12620 BROADWAY STREET		TELEPHONE:	(562) 945-6466
CITY:	WHITTIER	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90601
CAPACITY: 207	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 108	CENSUS: 72	DATE:	01/12/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:00 AM
MET WITH:	Assistant Director, Magali Perez		TIME COMPLETED:	05:00 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

On 1/12/24, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Lilli Babcock and Saul Valenzuela conducted an unannounced annual inspection. A risk assessment was conducted. LPAs met with Assistant Director, Magali Perez, to whom the reason for the visit was explained. Assistant Director guided LPAs on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program which is currently licensed for a capacity of 207 children and operates Monday – Friday from 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Per Assistant Director there are 108 children enrolled.

Census was taken and the following staff and children were observed by LPAs to be present: Room 5A: 1 staff with 7 children, Room 5B: 2 staff with 12 children; Room 7A: 1 staff with 10 children; Room 7B: 1 staff with 9 children; Room 8A: 1 staff with 7 children. Room 8B is closed due to low enrollment; Room 15A: 1 staff with 9 children; Room 15B: Closed due to low enrollment; Room 16A 1 staff with 8 children; Room 16B is closed due to low enrollment; Room 20: 1 staff with 10 children. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded. LPAs confirmed all individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance. All children were observed by LPAs to be under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. The licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license.
All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected and the following was observed:

All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that furniture and equipment are age-appropriate and

Page 1 of 5

SUPERVISORS NAME: Brandi VanOosten
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli Babcock
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/12/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/12/2024

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

Page: 1 of 6

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: LAD N LASSIE PRESCHOOL & INFANT	FACILITY NUMBER: 198015865
	VISIT DATE: 01/12/2024

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
26
27
28
29
30
31
32

in good repair, and the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. Napping equipment including cots and bedding were inspected for good condition and appropriate storage. Per Assistant Director, children take their bedding home to wash weekly. Storage for children's belongings were inspected and LPAs observed children have their own cubbies to store their belongings. Children bring water bottles from home and are allowed to drink freely at any time. Water bottles are refilled as needed by the facility if the children finish their water bottles brought from home.

LPAs observed toys and materials for children in the classroom. Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in restrooms used by children. Per Assistant Director, the office is used as an isolation area. Per Assistant Director, staff provide 100% supervision when ill child is using the isolation room, and parents are contacted immediately when children are determined to be ill and staff are ensuring that children with obvious symptoms of illness are not being accepted.

Food menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. The facility offers AM and PM snack if not brought from home, and children bring lunch from home.

Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Assistant Director states that there are no poisons, weapons, or firearms on the premises. First aid kits were located in each classroom.

Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Per Assistant Director, preschool has their own land line.

Page 2 of 5

SUPERVISORS NAME: Brandi VanOosten
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli Babcock
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/12/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/12/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

Page: 2 of 6

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: LAD N LASSIE PRESCHOOL & INFANT	FACILITY NUMBER: 198015865
	VISIT DATE: 01/12/2024

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
26
27
28
29
30
31
32

LPAs observed the facility classrooms to have no smoke detectors that meet the standards established in Chapter 8 of Part 2 of Division 12. Fire extinguisher is expired with a service tag date of 10/7/22.

The facility has an outdoor play area that is fully fenced. 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. There are safe toys, play equipment and materials observed for children outside on playground. Per Assistant Director, children bring their water bottles outside each time the classroom goes outdoors.

Sign-in and Sign-out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. LPA reviewed facility roster and Disaster Drill log. Last drill was conducted on 10/19/23.

Staff Records and Children’s Records were reviewed. LPAs observed children’s files reviewed to be complete. Children’s files reviewed contain information including, but not limited to the following: Name, address and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary.

SB792 (Immunization Requirements for Staff and Employees) was discussed with the Assistant Director. LPAs observed staff files reviewed did not have measles, pertussis, or influenza immunizations on file.

Per Assistant Director, the facility has not had lead testing completed and no testing was observed in the state lead portal.

Page 3 of 5

SUPERVISORS NAME: Brandi VanOosten
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli Babcock
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/12/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/12/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

Page: 3 of 6

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: LAD N LASSIE PRESCHOOL & INFANT	FACILITY NUMBER: 198015865
	VISIT DATE: 01/12/2024

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
26
27
28
29
30
31
32

LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov.

Based on LPA’s observations and record reviews, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health and safety.

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.

Facility representative 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.

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

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep

Page 4 of 5

SUPERVISORS NAME: Brandi VanOosten
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli Babcock
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/12/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/12/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

Page: 4 of 6

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: LAD N LASSIE PRESCHOOL & INFANT	FACILITY NUMBER: 198015865
	VISIT DATE: 01/12/2024

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
26
27
28
29
30
31
32

as an additional resource. LPA also informed facility representative of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

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-carecenters/. Page 5 of 6

Facility representative 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.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with facility representative, Magali Perez.

Page 5 of 5

SUPERVISORS NAME: Brandi VanOosten
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli Babcock
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/12/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/12/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

Page: 5 of 6

Document Has Been Signed on 01/12/2024 04:47 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

Created By: Lilli Babcock On 01/12/2024 at 04:29 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
, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: LAD N LASSIE PRESCHOOL & INFANT	FACILITY NUMBER: 198015865
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 01/12/2024

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
1 2 3 4	Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 1 facilities with no lead testing which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 02/12/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Assistant Director stated the facility will test water for lead.

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 interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 5 of 5 staff files reviewed with no proof of measles, pertussis or flu immunizations which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 02/12/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Assistant Director stated she will obtain measles, pertussis, and flu immunizations for all staff.

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:

Brandi VanOosten

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Lilli Babcock

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/12/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/12/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

Page: 6 of 6