complaint·September 15, 2022

Based on LPAs observation and interviews which were conducted and record review(s), the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation(s) is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. California code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 & Chapter 1, are being cited on the attached LIC9099D. During today’s visit one Type B violation is being issued under Health and Safety Code, 1596.857, (a) Upon presentation of identification, the responsible parent or guardian of a child receiving services in a child day care facility has the right to enter and inspect the facility without advance notice during the normal operating hours of the facility or at any time that the child is receiving services in the facility. Parents or guardians when inspecting shall be respectful of the children's routines and programmed activities. The facility shall inform parents and guardians of children receiving services in the facility of the right of the parents and guardians to inspect the facility pursuant to this section. LPA notified the Director that per Health and Safety Code, 1596.857, (c) If any child day care facility denies a parent or legal guardian the right to enter and inspect a facility or retaliates, the department shall issue the facility a warning citation. For any subsequent violation of this right, the department may impose a civil penalty upon the facility of fifty dollars ($50) per violation. The department may take any appropriate action, including license revocation. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) – 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. A copy of this Report (LIC9099 & LIC9099d), Appeal Rights (LIC9058) and Notice of Site Visit were reviewed and provided to the Director Tina Roberts and Administrator Tammy Jacquin.