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Facility Evaluation Report

Cole Vocational Services - Simi Valley, Simi Valley01/12/2026Licence 565850062

Capacity45
Census31
Date signed01/12/2026 02:36:35 PM
Name of licensing program analystBrian Balisi
Name of licensing program managerDesaree Perera
The inspector’s account

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Brian Balisi arrived at the facility unannounced for a required one-year annual inspection today. Upon arrival, LPA met with Program Manager Andy Garcia and explained the reason for the visit. At approx 11:40 a.m., toured the physical plant to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. The following was noted during the plant tour:

The day program operates from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The day program is currently staffed appropriately with the necessary staff to consumer ratios of 1:3. Common Areas / Activity Rooms, which include Art room, Volunteer / community room, Music / Game, Sensory , Computer Room, Think Tank, Rest Area , Gym, Juice Bar Lounge and Kitchen. Kitchen appliances appeared clean and were in operable condition at the time of the visit. Knives and sharps were observed in a locked cabinet. Equipment used for activities was in good condition at the time of the visit. There are two (2) fire extinguishers throughout the facility; they all were fully charged and were last serviced 11/15/2025. Carbon monoxide detectors are wired and appeared to be operational at the time of the visit. No bodies of water noted at the time of the visit. Activities are both designed for both as individuals and as a group. The LPA observed staff interacting with individuals during time of visit. No obstructions or hazards were observed inside or out.

Restrooms: There are five (5) restrooms for individual use. Restrooms were clean and sanitary. Restrooms were observed with a cabinet that included disinfecting wipes and disinfecting spray which were observed secured at the time of the visit. The LPA observed trash cans with lids to protect individuals from cross contamination. The bathrooms were sufficiently stocked with soap and paper towels. The hot water temperature was measured in restrooms, and they measured between 105 - 120 degrees Fahrenheit at the time of the visit.

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