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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

ALAMO FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 1980117744 citations on this visit
4 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 04/18/2025 Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Mary Silva and Diana Ortiz conducted an unannounced annual inspection at the above facility. Licensing staff met with Licensee Bertha Alicia Alamo, whom the reason for the visit was explained. LPA was guided on a tour of the facility. There were four infants present during this inspection. Per licensee four children are currently enrolled. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Upon arrival LPA(s) observed an infant in a bouncer, licensee removed infant from bouncer. Per licensee bouncer will not be used in the facility. This is a single story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room, family room, laundry room, detached garage/storage, patio, fenced front yard, and fenced back yard. Currently residing in the home are three adults and no minor children. There was a total of two adults present during this inspection, licensee, and licensee\342\200\231s spouse. Areas accessible to children were inspected as follows : kitchen, living room, dining room, one bathroom (located in the hallway, family room, and fenced back yard. Areas off limits include : Three bedrooms, two bathrooms (located in two bedrooms), front yard, laundry room, and detached garage/storage. LPA observed the following required posted documentation in the patio of the facility: Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form. LPAs reviewed facility records for LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan. LPAs observed last disaster drill conducted on 05/13/2024. Reminded licensee drills must be conducted at least every six months Page 1 of 4 The living room and dining room was observed to be cluttered varies items on the floor such as roaster ovens, instrumental tripods, keyboard and stool. Per license all items will be stored and made inaccessible to children in care. Licensing staff observed a fireplace located in the living room next to the dining room, barricaded by a metal frame and clear screen. Licensing staff observed the smoke detector and the carbon monoxide detector to be in operable condition. Licensing staff observed the valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged with service tag dated 05/23/2024. Reminded licensee fire extinguisher should be serviced yearly. The home maintains telephone service via land line and cell phone. There are toys and other age-appropriate material available for children. Licensee prepares breakfast, lunch, am and pm snack for the children in care. Licensee states that there are no poisons stored in the home and understands that all poisons must be locked, to be made inaccessible to children. Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home. Licensing staff reminded licensee smoking is not allowed in the home. Licensing staff observed a small dog/Chihuahua breed in the bedroom closet to the hallway. Reminded licensee pets must remain in off limits area during day care hours. The Licensee uses the back yard/patio for outdoor play. The outdoor play areas were observed to be fenced. Licensing staff observed that the outdoor yard has toys and other materials for children to play with. LPA\342\200\231s observed varies items stacked against the wall. Reminded licensee all items must be removed and made inaccessible to children. Licensee states there are no bodies of water on the premises and LPA did not observe any bodies of water during this visit. Child\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, and LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights. Licensee file was reviewed for the following: LIC 508- Criminal Record Statement, 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. Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification on expires 05/08/25 for licensee. Mandated Reporter Training has been completed and expires on 06/25/26 for licensee www.mandatedreporterca.com Page 2 of 4 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. Licensee currently has four infants enrolled. LPAs did not observe Infant sleep log or LIC 9227 on file. 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. 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 Centers and the ADA, available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 email inquiries 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 . Licensee was 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. MyChildCarePlan.org \342\200\223 Centers and Family Child Care Homes - Licensee, was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Page 3 of 4 Megan\342\200\231s Law - Family Child Care Homes - During the exit interview, Licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. Based on Licensing staff observations and records review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children\342\200\231s health and safety. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Appeal rights was given. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with licensee Bertha Alicia Alamo. Page 4 of 4

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.

  • 102417(b)Type B

    OPERATION OF A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, The living room and dining room was observed to be cluttered varies items on the floor such as roaster ovens, instrumental tripods, keyboard and stool which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. In addition, LPA’s observed varies items stacked against the wall in the outside patio.

  • OPERATION OF A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

    Based on interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above diaster drill was not conducted every six months which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 102425(j)(2)(D)(c)Type B

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 4 out of 4 files did not have 15 minute sleep log which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 102425(c)Type B

    INFANT SAFE SLEEP

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 4 files did not have the LIC 9227 which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the April 18, 2025 inspection of ALAMO FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was an inspection of ALAMO FAMILY CHILD CARE on April 18, 2025. 4 citations were issued: 4 Type B.

Were any citations issued to ALAMO FAMILY CHILD CARE on April 18, 2025?

Yes, 4 citations were issued (0 Type A, 4 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, The living room and dining room was obse..."

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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