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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

KIRK, HERMINIA FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 2439028193 citations on this visit
3 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

An unannounced Annual Required inspection was conducted today by Licensing Program Analysts, Norma Lomeli and Araceli Gibson. Present during the inspection was licensee, Licensee\342\200\231s Assistant, Gabriela Morfin and eleven day-care children. Licensee is the only person who resides in the home. Background clearances were discussed and licensee signed LIS531 indicating all adults residing and/or providing care and supervision have a criminal record clearance or exemption. The licensee and licensee\342\200\231s assistant have current Pediatric Plus CPR and First Aid that expires on August 8, 2022. Preventative Health Practice was completed and confirmed at pre-licensing inspection. The home is clean and orderly, with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. Observed children size furniture, safe toys and books for the children in care. A current roster of children in care is maintained. Verified that immunizations records are maintained and license updates records for children in care. Licensee provides a copy of Parent\342\200\231s Rights to all parents and/or child\342\200\231s representative. The licensee ensures that children in care are supervised at all times. Licensee states there are no firearms, ammunition or poisons in the home. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications and other items which could pose a danger to children are stored where they are inaccessible to children. No fireplace in the home. Facility has 3A40BC fire extinguishers and smoke detectors that meet State Fire Marshall standards. Facility has a working carbon monoxide detector that meets the statutory requirements. (Continued on LIC809-C): No bodies of water observed in or on the premises. Licensee states she maintains licensed capacity at all times. LPA & licensee discussed the Community Care Licensing website: LPA and licensee discussed new additions to the website that include the new PIN (Provider Information Notification) and information for providers including the Quarterly Update that informs licensees of new legislation and regulations. Please follow these steps go to http://www.cdss.ca.gov/ , click on \342\200\234information and resources\342\200\235 click \342\200\234Community Care Licensing\342\200\235 Click \342\200\234quarterly updates\342\200\235 click \342\200\234Child Care advocates program\342\200\235 and register to PIN. Hours or operation are Monday through Saturday from 4:45 AM to 11:00 PM and as arranged; less than 24 hours. Licensee is reminded of inspection authority by employees of the Department at any time, with or without advance notice. Licensee understands children may not be left in parked vehicles. When temporarily absent from the home, the licensee arranges for a substitute adult to care for and supervise children in her/his absence. In exit licensee is advised to post the Notice of Site Visit for 30 days and retain evaluation report for 3 years. Per Chapter 3, Division 12, Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations, the following deficiencies are cited: (see LIC809-D): A COPY OF THIS REPORT IS TO REMAIN IN THE FACILITY FOR PUBLIC REVIEW. THIS REPORT SHALL BE MADE AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC UPON REQUEST. To order forms, etc. visit our website at www.ccld.ca.gov

Citations

3 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.

  • 101417(g)(A)Type B

    Operation of a Family Child Care Home. All homes shall conduct fire and disaster drills at least once every six months, and document the date and time of each drill. This requirement was not met as evidenced by licensee could no provide fire drill documentation. This poses a risk to the health and safety of the children in care.

  • 102418(a)Type B

    IMMUNIZATIONS

    Prior to admission to a family day care home, children shall be immunized against diseases as required by the California Code of Regulations, Title 17, beginning with Section 6000. This requirement was not met as evidenced by LPAs child records review. This poses a risk to the health and safety of the children in care.

  • 1596.8662(4)(b)(1Type B

    On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision. This requirement was not met as evidenced by LPAs at the time of the inspection, licensee stated that she has not updated the certification that expired in February 2021. Licensee understands that she and her assistant must update the Mandated Reporter Training and have proof of certification every two years.

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What happened during the July 20, 2021 inspection of KIRK, HERMINIA FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was a inspection inspection of KIRK, HERMINIA FAMILY CHILD CARE on July 20, 2021. 3 citations were issued: 3 Type B.

Were any citations issued to KIRK, HERMINIA FAMILY CHILD CARE on July 20, 2021?

Yes, 3 citations were issued (0 Type A, 3 Type B). The first citation was for: "Operation of a Family Child Care Home. All homes shall conduct fire and disaster drills at least once every six months, ..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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