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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198400550
Report Date: 07/02/2024
Date Signed: 07/02/2024 04:06:51 PM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:LAUNCH PAD LEARNING NLBFACILITY NUMBER:
198400550
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		CLAUDIA CEBALLOSFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:6951 OBISPO AVETELEPHONE:
(562) 633-5700
CITY:LONG BEACHSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90805
CAPACITY: 81TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 91CENSUS: DATE:
07/02/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:45 AM
MET WITH:Claudia Caballos, Director TIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
04:00 PM
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Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) K. Dunlap and F. White arrived at the above facility for the purpose of an unannounced Random Annual inspection. LPA White announced the purpose of the visit and was granted entry into the facility by Claudia Caballos, Director. There are 91 children enrolled, and 79 preschoolers present at the time of inspection. There are 21 staff present at the the facility, and have current criminal background clearance. Per Director the hours of operation are 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (Monday Friday). Disaster Drill Log was available during the inspection. Last drill was conducted 5/28/2024. Facility rosters was reviewed and was current. Parent Board was observed to have License, Parent's Rights, Disaster Drill Log, Facility Roster, Emergency Disaster Plan, and Fire Permit. At 10:25 a.m. LPA Dunlap did not observe PUB 269 and LIC 999 on parent board.

Facility consists of 3 preschool classrooms and an outdoor play area. 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. Carbon monoxide detectors were observed and are operable. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Linens are being provided and facility washes linen weekly. LPAs observed napping cots that are located in classroom next to storage closet. Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all classrooms. General sanitation was observed.



10:45am LPA Dunlap observed 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. There is adequate shade in the play yard. All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic free. There are no firearms stored on the premises. There are no pools or bodies of water at the facility.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Keneisha Dunlap
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 07/02/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 07/02/2024
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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: LAUNCH PAD LEARNING NLB
FACILITY NUMBER: 198400550
VISIT DATE: 07/02/2024
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At approximately 11:00 a.m LAP Dunlap observed disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children made inaccessible by being placed in a locked cabinet. Menus are posted inside office and ProCare monthly. All kitchen, food preparation, and storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All food is protected from contamination. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on and are in good repair.. For ill/isolation area children utilize the director's office and a mat will be available for children to rest if needed.

The center provides breakfast, lunch and p.m. snacks. The meals and snacks are prepared on site. For water drinking LPA Dunlap observed disposable water cups/reusable cups and water filter via counter sink in each classroom.

At approximately 11:10 a.m. LPA Dunlap observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children in Classroom 3 and 5. LPA observed individual personal bin containers with children names inside their cubbies with their personal items.

At approximately 11:20 a.m, LPA Dunlap observed children records to have all necessary department documents and 3 out of 10 files were missing the Regional Office correct information on LIC995.

At approximately 12:00 p.m Per staff record review, LPA observed that staff’s file is maintained and updated: Education, LIC-501: Personnel Record, LIC 508- Criminal Record Statement, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, LIC 503- Health Screening, Proof of immunization against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse. All staff had current Mandated Reporter Training Certificates with an expiration date of August 18, 2025. Staff members had current CPR/FIRST AID certificates available at the time of inspection with expiration dates of 8/2025. Facility has a qualified opener and closer.


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SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Keneisha Dunlap
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/02/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/02/2024
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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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: LAUNCH PAD LEARNING NLB
FACILITY NUMBER: 198400550
VISIT DATE: 07/02/2024
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Staff #1 and Staff #7 does not have LIC 503- Physician Report. A technical violation (warning) will be issued.

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.

Criminal Record Clearance - Child Care Centers

Director 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.

Lead Testing – Child Care Centers (CCC)

CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test.

CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND IS IN THE PROCESS OF REMEDIATING LEAD EXCEEDANCES, or

• CCC COMPLETED SAMPLING BUT THE TEST RESULTS ARE NOT YET AVAILABLE, or

• CCC DID NOT COMPLETE TESTING PRIOR TO THEIR DEADLINE, or

• CCC TESTING DEADLINE HAS NOT PAST

LPA Dunlap referred Claudia Caballos, Director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Keneisha Dunlap
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/02/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/02/2024
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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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: LAUNCH PAD LEARNING NLB
FACILITY NUMBER: 198400550
VISIT DATE: 07/02/2024
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Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing 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)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

Notice of Site Visit

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

Exit Interview - Centers Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Claudia Caballos, Director.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Keneisha Dunlap
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/02/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/02/2024
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