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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

SERNA FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 1980173184 citations on this visit
4 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

------Inspection conducted in Spanish Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Alicia Mooberry and Steven Tung conducted a Required Annual Inspection on this date. LPAs met with Rita Serna, Licensee. LPA explained the purpose of the inspection and provided with and explained the inspection Entrance Checklist, LIC 126. Licensee provided tour of facility. LPA inspected rooms/areas on the facility sketch in which child-care services are provided and to which children have access. Per licensee the hours of operation are Monday-Friday 6:00am-6:00pm. There were 3 children present. Also present was Maria Alvarado, assistant. All adults have received fingerprint clearance. This is a single story, 2 bedroom/2 bath home. The main childcare areas are the child care room/den in the back of home, the covered patio and backyard. The living room in the front is used as the nap room. The children use the bathroom in the hall by the kitchen. Off limit areas, per Licensee and facility sketch are: 2 bedrooms, 1 bath in main bedroom. Off limit areas are kept locked and inaccessible to children in care Individuals residing in the home were discussed and noted. All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. The following was observed and reviewed during this inspection: LPA observed required posted documentation in facility entrance which included: Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form. LPA observed completed facility records including; LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan. Page 1 \342\200\223 Report Continues The smoke detector is functioning and carbon monoxide detector was observed but not functioning correctly. The fire extinguisher indicated fully charged and was serviced 10/2021, Licensee was reminded that fire extinguisher needs to be serviced yearly. The home maintains telephone service via 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 are in the kitchen cabinet 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 living room if children are not napping, away from the other children. Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home. The bathroom that children use is located in the observed to be clean and free of hazards. Infant Care : Licensee does not have infants enrolled currently. LPA informed 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, and provided PIN 20-24-CCP. Licensee states the following a sleep supervision plan for infants: Licensee or assistant stay in the same room as infant for the duration of the nap and document 15 minute checks. Currently, children are using the back yard for outdoor play. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced. LPA observed that the small wood fence that leads to the next door neighbor's yard has been remove. Licensee completed a written statement of how they will supervise the children while the gate is replaced. LPA observed that the outdoor yard has toys and other materials for children to play with. 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, LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, and documentation of 15-minute Infant Sleep Check (0-24 months) The files for Child #1, #2 and #3 were not available for review. This poses a potential risk to the health of safety of children in care. -------------------Page 2 \342\200\223 Report Continues Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, 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 Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. LPA observed that licensee is implementing COVID-19 precautions and procedures. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. 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: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm 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 . Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Page 3 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. Based on the LPA's observations and records review the following deficiencies will be cited today in accordance with California Title 22 Regulations. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Rita Serna

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.

  • OPERATION OF A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above due to facility roster is missing CHild #1, #2 and #3 information which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • OPERATION OF A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

    Based on LPA observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above due to the small wood fence that leads to the next door neighbor's yard has been remove. which posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 102421(b)Type B

    CHILD'S RECORDS

    Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 out of 3 children's files were missing, Child #1, #2 and #3 did not have facility fiels which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 2 staff records did not have the current Mandated Reporter Certificate which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the March 17, 2022 inspection of SERNA FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was an inspection of SERNA FAMILY CHILD CARE on March 17, 2022. 4 citations were issued: 4 Type B.

Were any citations issued to SERNA FAMILY CHILD CARE on March 17, 2022?

Yes, 4 citations were issued (0 Type A, 4 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above due to facility roster is missing CHild..."

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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