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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

ESCOBAR FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 33480645011 citations on this visit
11 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On date and time listed, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Samuel Lopez arrived at the facility to conduct a required/annual inspection as part of a compliance review. LPA toured the facility, inside and out, records were reviewed, and the following was observed and/or discussed: Normal days and hours of operation are: Monday through Friday, 6:00am to 6:00pm OFF-LIMIT AREAS INCLUDE: One bedroom and backyard (temporarily) Licensee was advised about the garage usage. Garage to be used for additional play space ONLY, not for sleeping or eating. The facility is operating within the licensed capacity and appropriate ratios \302\267 Appropriate supervision provided during this inspection \302\267 A working telephone is present and current number on file \302\267 Appropriate fire extinguisher, smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector present and were tested by the Licensee during this inspection. \302\267 Fireplace is properly screened to prevent access by children \302\267 All hazardous items are NOT stored inaccessible to children - items, in the bath room assigned to the children in care, were accessible to the children (toothpaste, mouthwash, alcohol wipes, Lysol) \302\267 Toxins are locked \302\267 Weapons are not present at the facility according to the licensee. Licensee understands all guns, weapons and ammunition must be key locked separately and made inaccessible per Title 22 Regulations \302\267 The facility is a single story home \302\267 Verification of control of property on file (Mortgage Statement) \302\267 Facility Sketch, Emergency Disaster Plan & Notification of Parent\342\200\231s Rights poster are posted \302\267 Mandated Reporter Training completed on 10/26/2021 \302\267 Pediatric CPR and First Aid Card expired on 3/2022 \302\267 Health & Safety Certificate - completed on 11/5/1995 \302\267 No bodies of water at this time. Licensee understands all bodies of water including ponds, above ground pools & spas, in-ground pools & spas, and some fountains must be properly covered or fenced per Title 22 Regulations. The Department must be notified before and after installation of the above types of bodies of water. In addition, all wading pools or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position. \302\267 Clean, safe and age appropriate toys \302\267 Current roster NOT on file \302\267 Documentation of fire and disaster drills on file \342\200\223 Last drill conducted on 3/25/2022 \302\267 Children\342\200\231s records are NOT complete \302\267 Employee\342\200\231s records are complete (previously reviewed) \302\267 The Licensee was informed of their reporting requirements and is provided with the Regional Office\342\200\231s Unusual Incident Reporting email mailbox: UnusualIncidentReportsDO09@dss.ca.gov \302\267 Resident and/or staff records reviewed on 10/13/2022 indicate that all adults who require caregiver background checks have received all required clearances or exemptions. \302\267 The Licensee can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov - LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee Martha Escobar 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 Martha Escobar 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. 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: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm - Licensee Martha Escobar 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. - Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. To receive important licensed-related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. - The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday \342\200\223 Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at: 1-844-LET-US-NO (1-844-538-8766) and/or 951-782-4200 See LIC809-D for cited deficiencies. LPA Lopez informed licensee Martha Escobar that this report dated October 13, 2022 document(s) (1) Type A citation(s) which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is/are immediate risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Also, LPA Lopez informed the licensee Martha Escobar to provide a copy of this licensing report dated October 13, 2022 that documents any Type A citation(s) to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. The LICENSEE, Martha Escobar, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and/or using the facility address for their mailing address. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Martha Escobar.

Citations

11 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(c)Type B

    PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Both, the licensee and her assistant had expired (3/2022) CPR/1st aid cards. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • OPERATION OF A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Located in the bathroom that is assigned for the children to use, there were several items (mouthwash, toothpaste, hair products) with "KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN" labels that were accessible to the children. This poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • OPERATION OF A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. The roster that was reviewed was not updated with dates of disenrollment and/or names of children currently in care. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • OPERATION OF A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. The last drill that was logged took place in March 25, 2022. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • OPERATION OF A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. In reviewing children records, Child #2, did not have the required form LIC 282 on file. This which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 102418(g)Type B

    IMMUNIZATIONS

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. In reviewing children records, Child #2, did not have the required record on file. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 102421(a)Type B

    CHILD'S RECORDS

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. In reviewing children records, Child #2, did not have the required form LIC 995A on file. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 102421(b)Type B

    CHILD'S RECORDS

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. In reviewing children records, Child #2, did not have the required forms LIC 700 and LIC 627 on file.This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 102425(c)Type B

    INFANT SAFE SLEEP

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 102425(j)(2)(D)(c)Type B

    Based on record review and licensee's own admission, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Licensee had not yet began recording the 15 minute checks. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 1596.808(a)(1)Type B

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Upon entering the facility, LPA observed child eating lunch, and in the facility refrigerator was only Vitamin D Whole milk. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the October 13, 2022 inspection of ESCOBAR FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was a inspection inspection of ESCOBAR FAMILY CHILD CARE on October 13, 2022. 11 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 10 Type B.

Were any citations issued to ESCOBAR FAMILY CHILD CARE on October 13, 2022?

Yes, 11 citations were issued (1 Type A, 10 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Both, the licensee and her assistant h..."

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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