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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

PAZ, MARIA FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 1539071491 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 9/2/2021, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Theresa Marquez conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Licensee, Maria Paz (Spanish/English Speaking). A tour of the home was conducted, and a census was taken. Current facility sketch reviewed, and Licensee confirmed the living room, dining/ kitchen area, bathroom near the laundry area and the fenced backyard are used for providing care and are accessible to day care children. All other rooms are off-limits and are made inaccessible by use of spinner knobs. Medications and other hazardous items were inaccessible to children. LPA did not observe any poisons in the home. There was no fireplace. The fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and carbon monoxide detector met Community Care Licensing (CCL) regulations. Heating/cooling and ventilation was sufficient for safety and comfort. There were no stairs in the home. Safe toys and play equipment were observed. Licensee had a working telephone and the above telephone number was verified. Adequate supervision was being provided during this inspection. Capacity as specified on the license was being maintained. LPA discussed Safe Sleep Regulations with Licensee. There is one crib or play yard for each infant in care, cribs and play yards are kept free from all loose articles and objects while infants are sleeping. There are no objects hanging above or attached to the crib or play yard. Infants in care are not swaddled. Licensee physically checks on sleeping infants every 15 minutes and documents any signs of distress, to include but is not limited to: flushed skin color, increase in body temperature, restlessness, and labored breathing. Infants can be visually observed through an open door if sleeping in a separate room. Individual Infant Sleeping Plan is completed and in file for each infant up to 12 months of age. Infants up to 12 months of age are placed on their backs for sleeping. The outdoor play area in the backyard is fenced. Licensee ensures that children in care are supervised at all times. There were no swimming pools, bodies of water, or firearms on the premises. LPA observed a properly anchored play climbing slide structure with gravel as padding. There are 2 dogs in the backyard. One large dog is inaccessible to children by a fenced dog run on the north side of the home. A small dog is accessible to children by roaming free in the backyard. A sample of children\342\200\231s records contained all emergency information specified by regulation. There were no excluded individuals present at this home. All adults who reside or work in the home had a criminal record clearance or exemption. A review of records indicated Licensee has proof of required immunization (Pertussis/Measles/Influenza) and/or written declaration declining flu shot. Licensee's Mandated Reporter Training was completed on 3/21/2021 . Licensee's pediatric CPR and First Aid expires on 3/22/2022. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) are not currently provided. Licensee is aware that an IMS plan is required to be submitted to the Licensing Office if they provide any of these services. Information regarding Americans with Disability Act (ADA) can be obtained by contacting US Department of Justice toll free ADA information line at (800) 514-0301 (voice), (800) 514-0383 (TDD), and website link: https://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm LPA and Licensee discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to Provider Information Notices (PINs), Quarterly Updates, COVID-19 Information and Resources, Mandated Reporter Training, Safe Sleep in Child Care, Lead Poisoning Facts, Forms, and Regulations. Business hours are Monday through Saturday 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM and other hours as arranged. Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3 of the California Code of Regulations, the following deficiencY wAS found: Immunization records for 1 of the 2 children present was not on file (see LIC809-D): An exit interview was conducted with Licensee. Licensee was provided a copy of the Facility Evaluation Report (LIC 809), Appeal Rights , and the Notice of Site Visit form (LIC 9213). The LIC 809 is required to remain in the facility for public review and the LIC 9213 is required to be posted for 30 days.

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.

  • 102418(a)Type B

    IMMUNIZATIONS

    IMMUNIZATIONS- Prior to admission to a family day care home, children shall be immunized against diseases as required by the California Code of Regulations, Title 17, beginning with Section 6000. This requirement was not met as evidence by record review: Child #1 has no immunization records in facility file.This poses a potential risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care.

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What happened during the September 2, 2021 inspection of PAZ, MARIA FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was a inspection inspection of PAZ, MARIA FAMILY CHILD CARE on September 2, 2021. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to PAZ, MARIA FAMILY CHILD CARE on September 2, 2021?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "IMMUNIZATIONS- Prior to admission to a family day care home, children shall be immunized against diseases as required by..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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