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TINOCO, TRINDAD FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 1539032351 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This report was amended to include additional information on March 10, 2025. On February 4, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carol Heath conducted a follow-up complaint visit to Tinoco, Trinidad Family Childcare Home. Upon arrival, the licensee answered the door and granted LPA access to the facility. The purpose of the inspection was to amended the report and interview children.During the visit, LPA observed four children in care—one infant and three toddlers—under the supervision of the licensee and an assistant. As part of the investigation, LPA Heath interviewed the licensee, assistant, and other relevant individuals. Documentation obtained from R&R confirmed that over 44 children were enrolled, with many not listed on the facility roster. During the visit on 02/03/2025, the licensee admitted to LPA that the facility exceeded the limit of 14 children at one time. The licensee explained that she needed additional income to support her family and apologized for not adhering to regulations. Based on record reviews and the licensee’s statements, there is a preponderance of evidence to prove that the facility was over capacity. Therefore, the above allegation is Substantiated. Appeal Rights were provided and reviewed with the licensee, and deficiencies were cited accordingly. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the licensee, Trinidad Tinoco.

Citations

1 citation recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • 102416.5(d)(2)Type A

    STAFFING RATIO AND CAPACITY

    102416.5 (d) (2) Staffing Ratio and Capacity: More than twelve and up to fourteen children only if the criteria in Section 1597.465 of the Health and Safety Code are met. This requirement is not met, as evidenced by: Based on the interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the cited section The LPA examined records and conducted interviews with relevant parties. The licensee's facility has over 44 children enrolled, some attending only AM or PM sessions. However, many children remain on-site from after school until their parents arrive in the evening, which poses an immediate health, safety, or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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Common questions about this visit

What happened during the February 3, 2025 inspection of TINOCO, TRINDAD FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was a complaint inspection of TINOCO, TRINDAD FAMILY CHILD CARE on February 3, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to TINOCO, TRINDAD FAMILY CHILD CARE on February 3, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "102416.5 (d) (2) Staffing Ratio and Capacity: More than twelve and up to fourteen children only if the criteria in Secti..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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