Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Veronica Martinez Garza conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection at the above facility on 07/19/24 at 01:50 pm. LPA met with Evelyn Walldez, licensee who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. There was 01 child present during this inspection. Also present during the inspection was the Co-licensee Maria Poot-Herrera. Per licensee, 05 children are enrolled. Operation hours are Monday through Friday 06:00am \342\200\223 06:00pm.
This is a one-story home which consists of 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, living room, family room, front yard, and back yard (fenced). Areas accessible to children include living room, family room, and 1 bathroom. Areas off-limits to children and parents include 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, front yard, and back yard. Per licensee, there are no pets on the premises. Per licensee, family members residing in the home are 2 adults and 0 minors. All individuals present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption prior to working, residing, or volunteering in a licensed home and are identified on the attached LIC811.
LPA toured all areas identified on the facility sketch used by children during this visit and were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. Tour began in the living room where LPA observed a double fireplace that connects to the activity room. The fireplace is barricaded. Adjacent to the living room is the kitchen and family room. LPA toured the family room and observed materials for children. The children\342\200\231s bathroom is in the family room. LPA observed that the children\342\200\231s bathroom was safe and in sanitary conditions. The family room leads to the back yard. There\342\200\231s also a first aid kit readily available.
LPA observed the following required posted documentation in the living room of the facility: Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form.
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LPA reviewed facility records LIC 610- Emergency Disaster Plan and Disaster drill log. All homes shall conduct fire and disaster drills at least once every six months and document the date and time of each drill. Licensee did not have proof of a current disaster drill. Children\342\200\231s roster was available during this inspection and was observed to be current.
LPA did not observe any pools, spas, hot tubs, fishponds, or similar bodies of water during the inspection.
Licensee does understand that licensing staff may have access to off-limit areas during inspection visit if necessary.
**Rooms that are off-limits need to be made inaccessible during operating hours**
Per licensee, food is provided to children in care. Licensee was advised that if food is brought from the children\342\200\231s homes, all containers must be labeled with the child\342\200\231s name and properly stored or refrigerated. There is telephone service via a landline and cellphone. There is ventilation and heating.
Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which could pose a danger to children were observed to be inaccessible to children. The licensee states that there are no poisons in the home and understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. Per licensee, there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home.
At 01:59 p.m. smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. The valve on the required 3: 40 BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was purchased on 12/20/22, per the attached receipt. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually.
The isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked up is in living room with supervision.
Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per licensee, no one smokes in the home.
Currently children do not use the backyard for outdoor play due to the weather. Licensee understands that children should be supervised at all times. LPA advised licensee to check with the American Standard Testing Materials for Playground Guidelines and/or to use the manufactures recommendations for the playground equipment in efforts to be more in line with safety guidelines.
Children\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, LIC 9227- Infant sleep form (0-12 months, and documentation of 15-minute Infant Sleep Check (0-24 months). LPA observed child 1 (C1 thru 4) are missing LIC 627, C3 and C4 are missing LIC 995A, and C4 is missing LIC 282.
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Licensee\342\200\231s records were reviewed for approved 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 and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. Licensee\342\200\231s (Evelyn and Maria\342\200\231s) Mandated Reporter Training expires on 01/18/25 and 01/19/25. Licensee\342\200\231s Pediatric CPR/FA expired on 02/24/23. Licensee Maria Poot-Herrera is missing proof of MMR and Tdap.
AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting
\342\200\223 On or before March 30, 2018, any person who works in a child care facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided:
https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers
The licensee is operating within proper capacity and ratios. LPA observed licensee to be present at the home and providing adequate care and supervision.
Licensee does not care for infants. 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-andresources/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. No infant walkers, No baby bouncers, No Johnny jumpers, No exersaucers and any other item that falls into that category.
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/
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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.
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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.
Licensee Evelyn Walldez confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.
The following deficiencies were cited in accordance with Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and Health & Safety Codes. Please see 809D for documentation of deficiencies.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Evelyn Walldez.
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