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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

GARCIA FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 3348462883 citations on this visit
3 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On date and time listed, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Perla Ordones 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: Monday \342\200\223 Friday; 06:30AM \342\200\223 06:00PM. OFF-LIMIT AREAS INCLUDE: Master bedroom, room #3, kitchen, sun room, 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 Poisons/toxins are not locked. During facility tour, LPA observed that area where poisons/toxins are stored is not key locked. \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 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 expires on 01/2026. \302\267 EMSA Pediatric CPR and First Aid Card expires on 02/2026. \302\267 Health & Safety Certificate \342\200\223 completed on 06/24/2022. \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 on file. \302\267 Documentation of fire and disaster drills on file \342\200\223 Last drill conducted on 01/10/2025. \302\267 Children\342\200\231s records are not complete. During record review, LPA observed that C1 had th e Individual Infant Sleeping Plan ( LIC9227) on file but the form was not dated by C1's authorized representative. Furthermore, LPA observed that Section C of the form was dated but there was no signature present for that portion. LPA also observed that Licensee has school age children enrolled in care. LPA informed Licensee of regulation 102421(c) - Children's Records. LPA did not observe any school age children present during visit. \302\267 No employees/assistants present during this inspection. \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 The Licensee can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov \302\267 Resident and/or staff records reviewed on 04/30/2025 indicate that all adults who require caregiver background checks have NOT received all required clearances or exemptions. During inspection, Licensee stated that an Adult Resident (A1) was present at the facility. LPA observed that A1 had not obtained a valid criminal record clearance and observed that A1 was listed on the LIC279 as an adult who resided in the home. During inspection, LPA confirmed that A1 resides in the home. LPA did not observe A1 interacting with day-care children during the visit. Please note a civil penalty of $500.00 has been assessed during this inspection. 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. 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 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 A Civil Penalty has been assessed during this inspection. Payment is due when billed and the check(s) or money orders shall be made payable to the \342\200\234California Department of Social Services\342\200\235. YOU WILL RECEIVE AN INVOICE IN THE MAIL. DO NOT SEND MONEY UNTIL YOU RECEIVE YOUR INVOICE. DO NOT SEND CASH. See LIC809-D for cited deficiency(ies). LPA Perla Ordones informed licensee Karen Garcia that this report dated 04/30/2025 document(s) one 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. Also, LPA Perla Ordones informed the licensee Karen Garcia to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 04/30/2025 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. 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 Karen Garcia, 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 Karen Garcia.

Citations

3 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.

  • 102417(g)(4)(A)Type B

    Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as LPA observed that area where poisons/toxins are stored is not key locked which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 102425(c)(1)Type B

    Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as LPA observed that C1 had the Individual Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC9227) on file but the form was not dated by C1's authorized representative and Section C of the form was dated but there was no signature present for that portion which posed 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 as Licensee stated that an Adult Resident (A1) was present at the facility and LPA observed that A1 had not obtained a valid criminal record clearance which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the April 30, 2025 inspection of GARCIA FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was a inspection inspection of GARCIA FAMILY CHILD CARE on April 30, 2025. 3 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to GARCIA FAMILY CHILD CARE on April 30, 2025?

Yes, 3 citations were issued (1 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as LPA observed that area w..."

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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