Routine inspection·August 25, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elka Chavez conducted an unannounced annual inspection to the above facility in Spanish on 08/25/2023. LPA arrived at the facility at 1:15 PM and met with Licensee, Ligia Hortua who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. Also present, Isabel Rubio, Assistant. LPA did not observe Isabel Rubio to have a fingerprint clearance. LPA observed fingerprints are in process in the Care Provider Management Branch system. LPA observed Isabel Rubio leave the facility at approximately 2:00 PM. Entrance Checklist for Family Child Care Homes was provided to the licensee upon entry. There were 3 children present upon arrival. At approximately 2:45 PM 6 additional children arrived at the facility from school. LPA observed C#5 and C#9 were picked up at approximately 2:55 PM. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. This is a single-story home which consists of 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room, detached garage and backyard (fenced). There is an apartment in the back which has a different address of 2526 Grand Avenue, Huntington Park, CA 90255. Areas accessible to children are: Living room, kitchen, dining room area, 1 room in the back (activity room), 1 restroom and backyard (fenced). Areas off limits to children and parents are : 3 bedrooms, licensee’s bathroom, and the far end of the backyard that belongs to the apartment in the back. The far end of the backyard is separated by a gate. LPA observed a fireplace with a shield in the living room. The licensee understands that licensing staff may have access to off-limit areas during inspection visits if necessary. All off-limit areas need to be made inaccessible to children in care. Food is provided by Licensee. Individuals residing in the home have been discussed and noted. All adults present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption. All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. The following was observed and reviewed during this inspection: LPA reviewed required posted documentation for Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and LIC 999A Facility Sketch or equivalent sketch. Facility records were reviewed for LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan and Disaster drill log, last drill conducted on 04/14/23. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable in the living room. Fire extinguisher indicated fully charged and was serviced in July 2022. The home maintains telephone service via landline and cell phone. The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are toys and other age-appropriate material available for children. Central air and heat are used for ventilation. LPA observed cleaning supplies under the kitchen sink. Licensee stated that she remodeled the kitchen cabinets last month and will have her husband place the safety locks in the cabinets tomorrow. LPA observed licensee move the items to a top cabinet in the laundry room. Licensee was reminded that all poisons must be locked. Isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked up is in the activity room, away from the other children. Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home. Licensee cares for one infant. LPA observed play yard visible in dining area. Napping equipment does not block entrances or exits. Infant mattresses were observed to be firm with tightly fitted sheets. LPA did not observe loose object, bumpers, objects hanging, or objects attached to the play yards. There are currently no infants with pacifiers. Each infant has their own play yard and bedding. Bedding is washed weekly or as needed by the Licensee. LPA informed Licensee of the new Safe sleep regulations, including LIC 9227 Infant Sleep Plan for infants under 12 months, and the 15-minute sleep check documentation for infants 0-24 months. Currently, children are using the backyard for outdoor play. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced. LPA did not observe any objects that could be hazardous to children in care. There are no pools or spas, or other bodies of water. The licensee states that supervision is always provided. Children’s records were reviewed for (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, Immunization Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents’ Rights, LIC 9227- Infant sleep form (0-12 months, and documentation of 15-minute Infant Sleep Check (0-24 months). LPA did not observe sleep log for C1 on file. Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, 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 and Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. LPA did not observe proof of immunizations for staff #1 and staff #2. LPA did not observed proof of Mandated Reporter Training Certificate for staff #1 & #2. 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 . Licensee Ligia Hortua was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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 licensed Family Child Care Home. 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. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee Ligia Hortua and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee Ligia Hortua of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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/ . Licensee Ligia Hortua 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. Based on the LPA’s observations and records review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809 (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health and safety. LPA Elka Chavez informed licensee Ligia Hortua that this report dated 8/25/23 document(s) 1 Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is immediate risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPA Elka Chavez informed the licensee Ligia Hortua to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 8/25/23 that documents any Type A citation to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Ligia Hortua.