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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

MONTEON FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 1920085428 citations on this visit
8 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Inspection Conducted in Spanish Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alicia Mooberry conducted a Required Annual Inspection on this date. LPA met with Maria Montano, Licensee. LPA explained the purpose of the inspection and provided with and explained the inspection Entrance Checklist, LIC 126. Also present during today\342\200\231s inspection is licensee\342\200\231s assistant Mercy Farfan Rodriguez. There were 8 children present during this inspection including 3 infants. Licensee states that there are 13 children currently enrolled. This is a one-story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, den (day-care room with laundry room), kitchen, living room, front yard and backyard (fenced). There is a separate dwelling in the back yard consisting of two rooms the names of occupants provided by licensee are fingerprint cleared adults. Per Licensee the following areas are used for day-care: Living room, Den, backyard (fenced), restroom. Per Licensee, Off limit areas include: All bedrooms, laundry room in den, front yard and separate dwelling. Per licensee, operating hours are 24 hours Monday - Sunday not exceed more than 24 hours of care at a time for child. Per licensee there are no children receiving overnight care. At 12:56 pm LPA observed dog feces in multiple areas in the yard where children play (photos taken). LPA also observed weights on a table and on the floor by the gate to the back house. No children were present. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care. At 12:57pm LPA observed a container of car cleaning liquid in the backyard next to the children's play area (photo taken). No children were present at the time. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety in care. NOTE: There have been additions made to the home since the original facility sketch on file. Per licensee a den with laundry room was added 10 years ago and a bedroom was added to the detached dwelling in the back yard- and updated facility sketch on file. ----Page 1 - Report cont. The children use the bathroom in the hallway by dining room. The licensee provides food for children in care. All individuals present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption prior to working, residing or volunteering in the facility. Per licensee, there are no weapons, firearms or bodies of water on the premises. Individuals residing in the home were discussed and noted. LPA observed a dog in the backyard behind a locked wood gate. LPA observed required posted documentation in facility entrance which included: Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form. LPA observed completed facility records including; LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. Fire extinguisher indicated fully charged and was serviced 05/2021, Licensee was reminded that fire extinguisher needs to be serviced yearly. The home maintains telephone service. There are toys and other age appropriate material available for children. LPA observed that detergents, cleaning compounds are in the kitchen inaccessible to children. Licensee states that there are no poisons stored in the home and understands that all poisons must be lock, not only inaccessible to children. Isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked up is in living room, away from the other children. Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home. Infant Care : LPA informed licensee of the new Safe sleep regulations, including LIC 9227 Infant Sleep Plan for infants under 12 months, 15-minute sleep check documentation for infants 0-24 months, and provided PIN 20-24-CCP. Licensee states the following a sleep supervision plan for infants: Licensee or assistant stay in the same room as infant for the duration of the nap and document 15 minute checks. Currently, children are using the backyard for outdoor play. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced. LPA observed that the outdoor yard has toys and other materials for children to play with. Facility has no bodies of water. None were observed Licensee was reminded to report any unusual incidents within 24 hours. Page 2 \342\200\223 Report Continues Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, Immunization's Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, and documentation of 15-minute Infant Sleep Check (0-24 months) Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 6 out of 8 children present did not have the immunization record available in the facility which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, LIC-501: Personnel, LIC 508-Criminal Record Statement, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, Proof of immunizations against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. Based on record review LPA observed Staff #1 did not have a file available for review which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.Licensee and Staff #1 CPRS First Aid expired on 3/14/22 posing a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care. LPA observed that licensee is implementing COVID-19 precautions and procedures. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. 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: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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 . -------------------Page 3 \342\200\223 Report Continues Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee 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. Based on the LPA's observations and records review the following deficiencies will be cited today in accordance with California Title 22 Regulations. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Maria Monton. Appeal Rights were discussed and a copy provided. End of report

Citations

8 citations 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(c)Type B

    PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 2 adults present had CPR/1st Aid expired on 3/22 which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • PERSONNEL RECORDS

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 1 staff file was not available for review which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 102417(g)Type B

    OPERATION OF A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

    Based on LPA observations, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above based on dog feces found in multiple areas in the back yard where children play (photos taken). LPA also observed weight on a table and on the floor by the gate to the back house which posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • OPERATION OF A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above LPA observed a container of car cleaning liquid in the backyard next to the childrens play area. No children were present at the time this poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • OPERATION OF A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

    Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above due to Facility Roster was missing information for Child #4, #5, #6, #7, #8 which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • OPERATION OF A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

    Based on record review and Licensee interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above due to licensee had not conducted a fire and disaster drill in the last 12 months, this poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 102418(a)Type B

    IMMUNIZATIONS

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 5 out of 8 children present did not have the immunization record available in the facility which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • INFANT SAFE SLEEP

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 out of 8 infants did not the required infant sleep log which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the April 7, 2022 inspection of MONTEON FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was a inspection inspection of MONTEON FAMILY CHILD CARE on April 7, 2022. 8 citations were issued: 8 Type B.

Were any citations issued to MONTEON FAMILY CHILD CARE on April 7, 2022?

Yes, 8 citations were issued (0 Type A, 8 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 2 adults present had CPR/1s..."

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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