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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

FONSECA, SUSANALicense 2744501351 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joe Macias conducted an unannounced Required - 1 Year Inspection (care tool). LPA was greeted and granted entrance by the Licensee Susana Fonseca. The purpose of today\342\200\231s inspection is to ensure the home is in compliance with Title 22 California Code of Regulations. Todays census is 1 (1 preschool age). The Licensee and her adult son are the only adult who reside in the home. The day care hours of operation are Monday - Friday, 6am - 6pm. The Licensee's CPR and First Aid have expired. The Licensee's fees are current. LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the home during today's visit. LPA reviewed a current Child Care Facility Roster and Fire/Disaster drill log during today's visit. The last fire disaster drill was conducted on December 10, 2021. The Licensee has a working telephone in the home. LPA observed sufficient materials, toys, and play equipment for the children in care. The home is orderly, and safe for the day care children. The LPA observed a securely barricaded fireplace in the home. LPA did not observe a wall heater in the home (central heat). Off limit areas of the home: all bedrooms, master bathroom, garage, and back yard. LPA observed a fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguisher, working smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, and no bodies of water. The Licensee states that she does not have weapons in the home. All detergents, cleaning compounds, poisons, medications, and other similar items are out of reach and inaccessible to children. Licensee states that she does not administer medications at this time. LPA reviewed the RAST procedure with the Licensee. Supervision of children was discussed with the Licensee and she understands that she must be present in the home during day care hours to ensure that the children are safe and supervised at all times. The Licensee understands the current capacity options and she understands that she cannot have more than 14 children in the home at any time, with a qualified assistant present. LPA provided the Licensee with the ratio/capacity chart for his reference. The Licensee states that she does not transport children; and understands that children cannot be left in parked vehicles unattended any time. LPA observed staff immunization records on file. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the License 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 [facility representative] 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. A review of staff records on February 8, 2022 indicates that all Facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Licensee Susana Fonseca 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 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 The Licensee has completed the Mandated Reporter Training. Type B deficiency cited. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Susana Fonseca. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Citations

1 citation 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(c)Type B

    PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

    Based on observation, the Licensee Susana Fonseca did not comply with the section cited above as her certification has expired, this poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the February 8, 2022 inspection of FONSECA, SUSANA?

This was a inspection inspection of FONSECA, SUSANA on February 8, 2022. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to FONSECA, SUSANA on February 8, 2022?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation, the Licensee Susana Fonseca did not comply with the section cited above as her certification has e..."

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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