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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

AUTMAN FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 3348432616 citations on this visit
6 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On date and time listed, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Perla Ordonez arrived at the facility to conduct an 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: Sunday \342\200\223 Saturday; 05:00AM \342\200\223 04:00AM. OFF-LIMIT AREAS INCLUDE: Master Room, Room 1, Room 2, W/D, kitchen, and garage. 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 stored inaccessible to children. \302\267 Toxins are locked. \302\267 Weapons are present and stored according to Title 22. Licensee understands all guns, weapons and ammunition must be key locked separately and made inaccessible per Title 22 Regulations. \302\267 This is a one story home. \302\267 Verification of control of property on file. \302\267 Facility Sketch, Emergency Disaster Plan & Notification of Parent\342\200\231s Rights poster are posted. \302\267 Mandated Reporter Child Care Providers Training expired on 06/2025. \302\267 EMSA Pediatric CPR and First Aid Card completed on 05/17/2025. \302\267 Health & Safety Certificate \342\200\223 completed on 09/16/2007. \302\267 There is an in-ground pool present with a five-foot-tall mesh fencing that surrounds the entirety of the in-ground pool to prevent direct access from the home. Additionally, fencing contains a gate that is self-closing, self-latching, and which swings away from the pool. However, LPA observed that Licensee did not have the following: a pool cover or alarm with proof of compliance with ASTM International Standard F2208, a life ring with a minimum exterior diameter of 17 inches and labeled as approved by the United States Coast Guard, a rescue pole with a body hook and a minimum fixed length of 12 feet, and a daily inspection log of the drowning prevention safety features and safety equipment that is to be conducted before opening the facility. Additionally, LPA observed a key lockable device which was placed lower than 60 inches overall above the ground and Licensee could not provide proof that fencing meets ASTM F2286 standard. LPA provided Licensee with a copy of PIN 25-01-CCP and AB2866. 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 on file. \302\267 Documentation of fire and disaster drills on file \342\200\223 Last drill conducted on 08/04/2025. \302\267 Children\342\200\231s records are complete. \302\267 Employee\342\200\231s records are complete. \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 08/27/2025 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 and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/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. 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: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living in the home, persons who provide care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5-days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30-days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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 . 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. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. During the exit interview, the LICENSEE Pearletta Autman, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Pearletta Autman.

Citations

6 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.

  • ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

  • 1596.814(a)(1)(A)viType B

    Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as LPA observed a key lockable device which was placed lower than 60 inches overall above the ground and Licensee could not provide proof that fencing meets ASTM F2286 standard which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 1596.814(a)(1)(B)Type B

    Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as LPA observed that Licensee did not have a pool alarm or pool cover that meets the ASTM International Standard F2208 which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 1596.814(a)(2)(A)Type B

    Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as LPA observed that Licensee did not have a life ring with a minimum exterior diameter of 17 inches and labeled as approved by the US Coast Guard which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 1596.814(a)(2)(B)Type B

    Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as LPA observed that Licensee did not have a rescue pole with a body hook and a minimum fixed length of 12 feet which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 1596.814(a)(3)Type B

    Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as LPA observed that the Licensee did not have a daily inspection log of the drowning prevention safety features and safety equipment that is to be conducted before opening the facility which poses 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 August 27, 2025 inspection of AUTMAN FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was a inspection inspection of AUTMAN FAMILY CHILD CARE on August 27, 2025. 6 citations were issued: 6 Type B.

Were any citations issued to AUTMAN FAMILY CHILD CARE on August 27, 2025?

Yes, 6 citations were issued (0 Type A, 6 Type B).

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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