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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

LOPEZ DE VALLEJO FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 3348445548 citations on this visit
8 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On date and time listed, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Jeanette Sanchez and Naomi Hurtado 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: \302\267 Normal days and hours of operation are: Monday through Friday 5:00am-5:00pm \302\267 Off-limit areas include: Rooms 1-2, Room 4; garage; left and right side of yard \302\267 The facility is licensed to have no more than 14 children as a large FCCH and is operating within the licensed capacity and appropriate ratios. (3:3) \302\267 Appropriate supervision was being provided during this inspection \302\267 A working telephone is present, and the current phone number is on file \302\267 A fully charged fire extinguisher (2A:10BC) was not observed. A smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector were present and tested by the Licensee during this inspection. \302\267 All hazardous items are stored inaccessible to children \302\267 Toxins are locked and inaccessible to children in care. \302\267 Weapons are not present. Licensee understands all guns, weapons and ammunition must be key locked separately and made inaccessible per Title 22 Regulations \302\267 Clean, safe and age appropriate toys are provided \302\267 Current roster on file \302\267 Facility Sketch, Emergency Disaster Plan and Notification of Parent\342\200\231s Rights poster are posted \302\267 Documentation of fire and disaster drills are on file \342\200\223 Last drill was conducted on 11/27/2024 \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 Verification of control of property is on file \302\267 Children\342\200\231s records are complete \302\267 Employee\342\200\231s records are complete \302\267 Mandated Reporter Training completed on 10/30/2024 \302\267 Pediatric CPR and First Aid Card expires on 7/2025 \302\267 Health & Safety Certificate - completed on 4/19/2017 \302\267 Resident and/or staff records were reviewed and all adults who require caregiver background checks have not received all required clearances and/or exemptions. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over, living or working in the home, 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. 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-and-resources/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, an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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) or (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 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. On-line Licensing forms & regulations for a Child Care Center can be obtained on the Department\342\200\231s website: www.ccld.ca.gov . Additionally, there is a link to \342\200\234Receive Important Updates\342\200\235 located on the right side of the page, immediately above Quick Links. One can add their email address and choose which program(s) they wish to receive Provider Information Notices (PIN) for. The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday \342\200\223 Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at: 951-782-4200 See LIC809-D for cited deficiencies and LIC421BG for civil penalty. 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 them 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/process . During the exit interview, the Licensee Victoria Lopez de Vallejo, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. LPA Sanchez informed licensee Victoria Lopez de Vallejo that this report dated 12/11/2024 documents one Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPA Sanchez informed the licensee to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 12/11/2024 that documents any Type A citation 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. An exit interview was conducted, and this report was reviewed with the licensee Victoria Lopez de Vallejo. 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.

Citations

8 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(a)(2)Type B

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that the LIC279 has not been updated to add new adult resident, which poses 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 in that there is only a 1A10BC on premises which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 102425(a)(3)Type B

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that a crib with napping infant had a mattress covered with a blanket instead of a tight fitting sheet, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 102425(b)Type B

    INFANT SAFE SLEEP

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that C3 had a blanket in the crib while napping, which posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 102425(b)(1)(A)Type B

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that C3 had a pacifier with attachment while napping, which posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • INFANT SAFE SLEEP

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that C3 was napping in a room with the door closed, which posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

    Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that S2 has an expired training, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • Criminal Record Clearance Requirements - Initial Clearance

    Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that an adult resident does not have background clearance, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the December 11, 2024 inspection of LOPEZ DE VALLEJO FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was a inspection inspection of LOPEZ DE VALLEJO FAMILY CHILD CARE on December 11, 2024. 8 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 7 Type B.

Were any citations issued to LOPEZ DE VALLEJO FAMILY CHILD CARE on December 11, 2024?

Yes, 8 citations were issued (1 Type A, 7 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that the LIC279 has not been updated..."

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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