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 pre-licensing inspection due to Licensee Diana Beltran-Diaz relocating. Present during this inspection were: Licensee/Applicant Diana Beltran-Diaz and Spouse Ariel Velasco. LPA toured the facility, inside and out and the following was observed and/or discussed:
Normal days and hours of operation are: Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 5:00pm
OFF-LIMIT AREAS INCLUDE: Three bedrooms (includes Master Bedroom), kitchen, laundry room, garage, and portion of backyard
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Appropriate fire extinguisher, smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector are present and were tested by the applicant during this inspection. Fire extinguisher, smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector are in working order.
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All hazardous items are inaccessible
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Toxins locked
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No guns or weapons present as of this date. Applicant understands all guns, weapons and ammunition must be key locked separately and made inaccessible per Title 22 Regulations.
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Facility is a single-story home
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Storage of poisons is inaccessible to children and locked in the garage
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The applicant/licensee provided proof of control of property. (grant deed)
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Facility Sketch and Emergency Disaster Plan are posted
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Mandated Reporter Training completed 6/20/2023
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Pediatric CPR and First Aid Card - expire 9/2025
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Health & Safety Certificate - completed on 6/17/2021
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There are no bodies of water as of this date. Applicant understands all bodies of water including ponds, above ground pools and spas, in-ground pools and 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 when not in use.
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Clean, safe and age-appropriate toys
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There are no toxic plants observed at this time
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The Applicant 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
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Resident and/or staff records reviewed on 7/16/2024 indicate that all adults who require caregiver background checks have received all required clearances or exemptions.
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The Applicant can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov
The following was discussed with the applicant(s):
- Pre-Licensing Visit Packet provided
- Failure to meet the posting requirements shall result in an immediate $100 civil penalty.
- Documentation of fire & earthquake drills to be conducted every six months
- Responsibilities of being a mandated reporter
- Responsibility to know the regulations for anyone providing care
- Inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care
- Current facility\342\200\231s phone numbers must always be on file with the licensing office
- Baby walkers, baby-bouncer, and walker-jumpers are prohibited (16 CFR 1500.86(a)(4))
LPA reviewed with Applicant/Licensee Diana Beltran-Diaz the LIC 311D, Forms/Records to Keep In Your Family Child Care Homes, children\342\200\231s forms/records, facility forms/records, and information to be posted. Entrance Checklist was provided to the applicant.
LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Applicant/Licensee Diana Beltran-Diaz 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 Applicant/Licensee Diana Beltran-Diaz of the importance of checking for recalled infant/child devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at:
https://www.cpsc.gov/
and recommended they register all infant/child 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
Applicant/Licensee Diana Beltran-Diaz 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.
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.
Applicant/Licensee Diana Beltran-Diaz was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, 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.
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
Before licensure, the following needs to be corrected/completed:
1. Complete the move from previous residence (pictures to be provided)
Once all corrections have been made, with proof sent to licensing, the application for a Large Family Child Care Home will be submitted for approval with a maximum capacity of 12, or 14 with parent notification. As agreed, upon by the licensee, all corrections are due within 30 days. If not received within 30 days from the date of this report, the application may be withdrawn.
On this date, 6/13/2024, the California Attorney General - Megan\342\200\231s Law website was searched for information on sex offenders required to register with local law enforcement under California's Megan's Law. No registered sex offenders were found at the facility addresses. Under state law, some registered sex offenders are not subject to public disclosure; therefore, they may not have been included in this search. However, the Department conducts a monthly cross reference of each address on record for all registered sex offenders against all CCLD facility addresses pursuant to information shared by California DOJ.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the applicant Applicant/Licensee Diana Beltran-Diaz
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