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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

GARCIA FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 198005863
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

****** THIS INSPECTION WAS CONDUCTED IN SPANISH****** Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Susann Sanchez conducted an unannounced 1 year inspection to the above facility. LPA met with Antonia Garcia, Licensee who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. There was 6 children present during inspection. The children\342\200\231s roster is available and is current. Hours of operation are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 5:30pm. This is a one-story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen (with dining area), living room, family room (day-care room), activity room, office, garage, front yard, and backyard (fenced). The children use both bathrooms, family room, activity room, and backyard. Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: all bedrooms, office, kitchen and living room ( Kitchen and living room only to walk to the restroom with adult), garage, and front yard. The licensee provides food for children in care. Individuals residing in the home have been discussed and noted. All adults present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption. Licensee states that there are no firearms stored in the home. All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected. LPA reviewed required posted documentation for Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form. Facility records were reviewed for LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan and Disaster drill log, last drill conducted on 8/09/23. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. 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. LPA observed that detergents, cleaning compounds and medication are stored in a off limit bedroom, 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 family/daycare room, away from the other children. Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home. Fire extinguisher is located in family room and was purchased in 2023 as indicated on the receipt and is fully charge. Currently licensee does not have any infants enrolled. But LPA observed that Licensee has 2 play yards. Per LPA reminded Licensee the following: infant mattresses need to be firm with tightly fitted sheets. Loose object, bumpers, objects hanging, or objects attached to the cribs/play yards are not allowed. There are currently no infants with pacifiers. LPA reminded 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. 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. Children are using the back yard 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. 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. Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification which expires on 10/11/2024, LIC-501: Personnel Record, 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 of Child and Mandated Reporter Training Certificate and expires 10/08/2024. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, Immunizations Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, expect 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 up assessed if this regulation is violated. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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 Center and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm Licensee was informed of the MyChildCare.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resources and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. 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 CARE 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/process . During the exit interview Licensee A. Garcia, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal Rights were given and explained in Spanish. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, A.Garcia

Citations

No citations recorded on this visit

The inspector found no violations of California child care regulations during this visit.

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What happened during the August 15, 2023 inspection of GARCIA FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was an inspection of GARCIA FAMILY CHILD CARE on August 15, 2023. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to GARCIA FAMILY CHILD CARE on August 15, 2023?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

What type of inspection was this?

This was an inspection. Inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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