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Inspection visit

Follow-up on corrections

GALLEGOS FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 1974072314 citations on this visit
4 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 10/4/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Suzette Ornelas conducted an unannounced case management inspection for the purpose of citing for deficiencies observed during a complaint investigation for control #58-CC-20230621150457. Upon arrival, LPA was greeted by Licensee Veronica Gallegos and observed 4 children and 3 adults. During the course of the investigation, it was confirmed that there were two adults in the home, Adult 1 and Adult 2, that do not have fingerprint clearance. Additionally, It was confirmed that two separate incidents were not reported to the Department within 24 hours. No direct contact with the on duty worker was made within 24 hours. LPA explained to the licensee that when an incident occurs, according to Title 22 Regulations, the incident must be reported to the department within 24 hours and a written report using the unusual incident /injury report LIC624B form must be filled out and mailed or emailed to the department within 7 days. Licensee understands and will comply. The following two Type B deficiencies are being cited on 10/4/2023 in accordance to Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations: 102416.2 Reporting Requirements . (a)The licensee shall report the following information the Department by telephone or fax within the Department's next business day and during normal working hours (8am to 5pm). The following two Type A deficiencies, are being cited on 10/4/2023 in accordance to Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations: 102370 Criminal Record Clearance (a) Prior to the Department issuing a license, the applicant(s) and all adults residing in the home shall obtain a California criminal record clearance or exemption . Upon receipt of a Type A violation, licensee shall post and provide copies of this licensing report to parents/guardians of children in care at the facility and to parents/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months. A copy of the Fact Sheet - Child Care Parent Notification Requirements and a copy of LIC 9224 was given to licensee. Please refer to 809-D for cited deficiencies. A copy of this report, notice of site visit, and appeal rights were provided. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) \342\200\223 must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. Exit interview was conducted with licensee, Veronica Gallegos.

Citations

4 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.

  • REVOCATION OR SUSPENSION OF A LICENSE OR REGISTRATION

    102402 Revocation or Suspension of a License or Registration (a) The Department shall have the authority to suspend or revoke any license for the following reasons: (3)Conduct in the operation or maintenance of a family day care home which is inimical to the health, morals, welfare, or safety of either an individual in or receiving services from the facility or the people of the State of California. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on interviews conducted, Licensee failed to protect the children by continuing to let A2 in the home knowing A2 committed domestic violence and threatened A3, this poses an immediate risk tothe health and safety of children in care.

  • PERSONAL RIGHTS

    102423 Personal Rights (a) Each child receiving services from a family child care home shall have certain rights that shall not be waived or abridged by the licensee...These rights include, but are not limited to, the following: (2) To receive safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations, furnishings, and equipment. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on the IB Investigation, Adult 1 in the home did not provide day care children privacy by placing a camera in bathroom. This poses an immediate risk tothe health and safety of children in care.

  • 102370(a)Type A

    102370 Criminal Record Clearance (a)Prior to the Department issuing a license, the applicant(s) and all adults residing in the home shall obtain a California criminal record clearance or exemption. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observations and interviews conducted and record review, A1 does not have fingerprint clearance , this poses an immediate risk to the health and safety of children in care.

  • REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

    102416.2 Reporting Requirements (a)The licensee shall report the following information the Department by telephone or fax within the Department's next business day and during normal working hours (8am to 5pm). This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observations and interviews conducted, Licensee knew about the camera and failed to report to the department, this poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the October 4, 2023 inspection of GALLEGOS FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was a other inspection of GALLEGOS FAMILY CHILD CARE on October 4, 2023. 4 citations were issued: 2 Type A (serious) and 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to GALLEGOS FAMILY CHILD CARE on October 4, 2023?

Yes, 4 citations were issued (2 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "102402 Revocation or Suspension of a License or Registration (a) The Department shall have the authority to suspend or r..."

What type of inspection was this?

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

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