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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198020588
Report Date: 01/09/2024
Date Signed: 01/09/2024 12:10:06 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 01/09/2024 12:10 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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL		FACILITY NUMBER:	198020588
ADMINISTRATOR:	VALERIE GAUTHIER		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	3523 MEEKER AVE		TELEPHONE:	(626) 374-7716
CITY:	EL MONTE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91731
CAPACITY: 24	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 6	CENSUS: 4	DATE:	01/09/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:15 AM
MET WITH:	Director Valerie Gauthier		TIME COMPLETED:	12:15 PM

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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Roxana Lopez conducted an unannounced required inspection. A risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. LPA met with Director, Valerie Guthier, who guided the LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool age program licensed for 24 children which operates Monday – Friday from 7:15 AM – 4:00 PM. Per the Director there are 6 children enrolled.

All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following staff was present during this inspection: Classroom # 1: Staff #1 with 4 children; Classroom # 2 was emptied. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed 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.

LPA observed the facility to be clean, sanitary. Furniture and equipment was inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. At this time, the office is used as an isolation area. There is a cot available to bring into the office. 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.

All meals are brought from home. Storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All food is protected from contamination. ---------------------------------------------------- pg. 1 of 4 --------

SUPERVISORS NAME: Brandi VanOosten
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Roxana Lopez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/09/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/09/2024

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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 198020588
	VISIT DATE: 01/09/2024

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There is drinking water available in all indoor classrooms in form of personal water bottles which are also taken outdoor. LPA observed sleeping arrangement in form of cots- sheets are sent home every Friday to be washed.

All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on and are in good repair. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are stored in an area inaccessible to children. Director states that there are no poisons stored at the facility.

LPA observed the smoke and carbon detectors in the facility and found them to be operable. Last Drill documented was on 12/15/2023.

At 9:40 am Outdoor area was observed to visibly dirty and wet. Playground equipment was observed to be wet and collecting rainwater. The surface of the outdoor activity space was full of pine needles and the green rug was ripped in different areas. Per Director due to rain and cold weather children have not been using the playground- and toy cars and bikes are brought to the courtyard area right across preschool room to be used. There is adequate shade in the play yard.

Sign in and 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. Staff Records were reviewed to ensure that a health screening report is on file. Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed.

SB792 (Immunization Requirements for Staff and Employees) was discussed with the Manager and Administrator. Staff present did have required immunizations. AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years-------- pg. 2 of 4------

SUPERVISORS NAME: Brandi VanOosten
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Roxana Lopez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/09/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/09/2024

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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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 198020588
	VISIT DATE: 01/09/2024

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Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers. All staff present had current AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse training certificate on file.

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/.

CCC DID NOT COMPLETE TESTING PRIOR TO THEIR DEADLINE, LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.

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

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.

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.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Brandi VanOosten
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Roxana Lopez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/09/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/09/2024

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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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 198020588
	VISIT DATE: 01/09/2024

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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

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

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

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with facility representative Valerie Guthier.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Brandi VanOosten
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Roxana Lopez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/09/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/09/2024

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Document Has Been Signed on 01/09/2024 12:10 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

Created By: Roxana Lopez On 01/09/2024 at 11:44 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
, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 198020588
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 01/09/2024

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, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that lead testing has not been conducted and they have not applied for a waiver which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 02/09/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Per Director- they will read the website for Lead Testing details to see if they will be testing or submit a waiver since children bring water from home and they have extra water bottles available for children to drink

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101238.2(d)

Outdoor Activity Space

(d) The surface of the outdoor activity space shall be maintained: This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that outdoor playground was observed to be dirty and wet. LPA observed pine needles throughout the yard- toys collecting water and green rug ripped throough out the yard which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 01/23/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Per Director, they will clean the playground and make it safe and accessible for the children to use. Pictures will be submitted to LPA by POC due date of 1/23/24.

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:

Roxana Lopez

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/09/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/09/2024

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