Routine inspection (3-year)·November 27, 2023

On 11/27/2023 at 2:30pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Sarah Garcia conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection at the above-mentioned facility. LPA was greeted by licensees, Catherine Mutuc and Charmaine Mutuc. Present during today\342\200\231s inspection was, staff #1, Jaia Ballantyne and staff #2, Marta Rocio, and licensee's husband, Lawrence Mutuc. During the initial inspection, LPA observed 9 children in care. Facility operates Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Currently licensees are available to care for children 18 months to 9 years old. Facility is Large Family Child Care Home with a max capacity of 14. Licensee does not provide transportation to the children. LPA toured the home inside and outside. The home is a single-family home with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, play area, the living room, kitchen area, outdoor area, and garage. Licensees confirmed the following areas are designated for day care only: bedroom #1 (nap room), bathroom #1, living room as needed, play area, and outdoor area including deck area. The bathroom #1 that children use is located outside the play area. LPA inspected the bathroom #1 and observed safety latches under the two bathroom sinks to ensure medications, toxins or cleaning compounds are inaccessible to the children in care. LPA inspected the living room and observed the space to be clean and orderly. LPA inspected the play area and observed age-appropriate toys and materials. LPA inspected the bedroom #1 (nap room) and observed children's asleep on cots. LPA inspected the kitchen and observed the knives and sharp objects to be out of reach to the children. LPA observed a safety latch under the kitchen sink cabinet to ensure all poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, medications and other items which can pose a risk to children in care made inaccessible. The following areas are OFF LIMITS to the children in care: Bedroom #2, bedroom #3, bathroom #2, kitchen, and garage. Page 1 LPA inspected the outdoor area including deck area and observed safe toys and play equipment. LPA observed age-appropriate toys and children's tables. Outdoor area is clean and free from debris. The outdoor area is properly fenced. Per the licensee, there are no weapons or firearms on premises. Per the licensee, there are no bodies of water or pools on the premises. There are no pets on the premises. All electrical outlets were observed to be covered. LPA reminded licensee to ensure all areas that have been designated as OFF LIMITS need to have doors closed, locked, and made inaccessible when children are present. LPA observed licensee test the carbon monoxide and smoke detector in the home. One charged fire extinguisher was observed, 2:A10:BC. Licensee confirmed program provides meals and snacks. LPA discussed the importance of maintaining a system where allergies and food restrictions are noted. LPA observed a first aid kit with a working thermometer. Licensee currently does administer medication. LPA observed the IMS plan. Adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort were observed in the space. The home has working telephone service and LPA confirmed the phone number (310) 308-6851. Licensee ensures that children in care are supervised at all times and is aware children shall not be left in parked vehicles. Car seats are used for transportation purposes only and are not used for sleeping children. Capacity as specified on the license is being maintained during today\342\200\231s inspection. LPA reviewed 5 children\342\200\231s files and observed files to be complete. LPA reviewed staff files. LPA observed the earthquake and fire drill log. LPA discussed all necessary forms needed in each children\342\200\231s file and provided licensee with the LIC 311D- Records to be maintain in the facility and provided licensee with a current copy to use as a reference when auditing files. LPA reviewed Licensee, Catherine Mutuc's Pediatric CPR and First certification and observed certification with an expiration date of 05/2025. LPA reviewed, Licensee, Catherine Mutuc's Mandated Reporter training and observed certification with an expiration date of 11/2025. Page 2 Licensees were 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 licensees 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. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514- 0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/ . Licensee 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. During the exit interview, the licensees, Catherine Mutuc and Charmaine Mutuc, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. Page 3 Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations, the following deficiencies are being cited: (see next page, 809D) Licensee was provided with a copy of appeal rights. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report along with appeal rights was reviewed with the licensee. 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 4