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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

CARDENAS FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 334843696
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Corral conducted a required Annual Inspection on today\342\200\231s date. Upon entrance to the Facility, there were 2 children present in care with Licensee. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on 03/07/2022 indicates all facility staff who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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 Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100 minimum per day and up to $500 maximum per day per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. The hours of Operation are Monday \342\200\223 Sunday, 5 AM \342\200\223 12 AM. A tour of the inside and outside of the facility was conducted with Licensee Andrea. Rooms available to children in care were observed to have age appropriate play equipment. Off limits areas are made inaccessible by means of children gates or safety doorknobs. The main childcare area consists of the living room which has a children safety gate. Equipment was found to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed edges. Items which could pose a danger to children such as detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications were not observed. Licensee stated Poisons/Hazardous items are not kept on the premises. The children's bathroom, toilet and hand-washing sink were observed to be clean, sanitary and in good repair. The facility has not conducted an emergency drill within the past six months. The facility has one working smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher. LPA Corral verified there is working phone service. Facility meets all posting requirements. Licensee understands the Family Child Care Home shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children. The outdoor activity area was also inspected for compliance. The outdoor activity was observed to have age appropriate equipment and to be in good condition, the outdoor area was enclosed by appropriate fences. Continue to Page 2. Page 2. There were two machine cutting saws observed to be in the backyard. Licensee stated both saws will be removed today and photos will be provided to LPA by 03/22/2022. The Licensee was reminded to ensure facility is free of flies, other insects and rodents. Licensee was reminded visual supervision is required during outdoor play. There are no bodies of water present on on-site, Licensee was informed all wading pools or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position. During today\342\200\231s inspection, LPA Corral also conducted Record Review of Staff and Children Files. Licensee\342\200\231s file contained the required documentation. Licensee\342\200\231s Pediatric CPR/First Aid expires on 02/2023. Mandated Child Abuse Reporter training was completed on 12/09/2021. Review of Licensee\342\200\231s record also contains proof of immunization against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Children files contained required identification and emergency information. Licensee was reminded not to exceed the conditions, limitations and capacity specified on the license. Licensee was also informed to ensure each child is accorded a safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment to meet the child's needs. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 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 LPA discussed the Safe Sleep Regulations and the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep . 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. CCLD website www.ccld.ca.gov was provided to licensee to access regulations, updates, and licensing forms. Licensee was advised to register with childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov to receive quarterly updates. Continue to Page 3. Page 3. Licensee was advised of their responsibility to review the Provider Information Notices (PIN) found on the CCLD website. A copy of the California Department of Social Services Lead Information Brochure was explained and provided to the licensee. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process Director was reminded a request to transfer, associate/disassociate individuals can be submitted to Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov . Director was also informed of their Reporting Requirements, Unusual Incident Reporting inbox was provided UnusualIncidentReportsDO09@dss.ca.gov . Lastly, Director was informed the Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday \342\200\223 Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm at (951)782-4200. Based on Today\342\200\231s inspection, Facility will receive a Technical Violation for the outdoor space which had 2 Machine Cutting Saws that were accessible to children in care. Licensee will remove cutting saws today 03/21/2022 and outdoor play will not occur today. Photos will be provided to LPA to show saws have been removed. Licensee will also be given a Technical Assistance for not conducting a Fire/Disaster Drill within 6 months. Licensee stated she will conduct a Fire/Disaster Drill by 03/25/2022 and provide documentation to LPA. A second Technical Assistance will be issued for not having 2 Children's Immunization Records. Both children are siblings and today 03/21/2022 is their first day in care. Licensee will request copy of Immunization records from parent and provide to LPA by 03/25/2022. Exit interview was conducted and Evaluation Report was reviewed with Licensee Andrea Cardenas. A Notice of Site Visit was provided, Licensee was reminded it must remain posted for 30 days. End of Report.

Citations

No citations recorded on this visit

The inspector found no violations of California child care regulations during this visit.

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What happened during the March 21, 2022 inspection of CARDENAS FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was a inspection inspection of CARDENAS FAMILY CHILD CARE on March 21, 2022. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to CARDENAS FAMILY CHILD CARE on March 21, 2022?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

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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