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DUFF, ALMALicense 2744161802 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Fermin Campos-Jaramillo met with Alma Duff, licensee, for a follow up complaint investigation. The purpose of today’s inspection: Deliver the findings for the allegations stated above. LPA observed six children were in care including three infants and three preschool age. Licensee's helper Martha Mendez was also present in the Family Child Care Home. Based on interviews, and information gathered during the investigation process, It is thus concluded that the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED, meaning the allegation is valid because the preponderance of the evidence standard has been met. Two type B deficiencies were cited today. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS ISSUED, POSTED NEAR THE ENTRANCE TO THE FACILITY, AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS.

Citations

2 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.

  • 102416.2(b)Type B

    REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

    Reporting Requirements(b) The licensee shall report to the Department any of the events as specified in Health and Safety Code Sections 1597.467(b)(1)(A) through (b)(1)(C) that occur during the operation of the family child care home. This regulation was not met as evidenced: Based on parents interview and on statement from licensee a child was injured on 6/09/23. and licensee reported the incident until 7/10/23.

  • 102423(a)(2)Type B

    PERSONAL RIGHTS

    102423 Personal Rights(a) Each child receiving services from a family child care home shall have certain rights that shall not be waived or abridged by the licensee regardless of consent or authorization from the child's authorized representative. These rights include, but are not limited to, the following:(2)To receive safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations, furnishings, and equipment. This regulation was not met as evidenced: Based on parents interview and on statement from licensee a sharp piece of wood was accessible to clindren in care a child was injured on 6/09/23.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the September 14, 2023 inspection of DUFF, ALMA?

This was a complaint inspection of DUFF, ALMA on September 14, 2023. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to DUFF, ALMA on September 14, 2023?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Reporting Requirements(b) The licensee shall report to the Department any of the events as specified in Health and Safet..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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