Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On March 22, 2023 at 9:40 AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Ana Noble and Jeanette Sanchez arrived at the facility to conduct a pre-licensing inspection. Present during this inspection were: Maria Rubio-Galvez, and minor children. The home is single story home with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, with attached garage however there is not direct access from the home to the garage. At 10:50 AM, LPA toured the facility, inside and out with Mrs. Rubio-Galvez and the following was observed and/or discussed:
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Per Applicant, off-limit areas include: All bedroom/Masterbathroom, garage and backyard (left side yard is the designated outdoor play area for children)
. Off-limit areas have gates, locks and child proof door knobs, making them inaccessible to children.
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Normal hours of operation will be: Monday-Friday 5:00 AM-5:00 PM
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Smoke detectors and Carbon Monoxide detectors were tested by the applicant during this inspection and were in working order.
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There is central heating and air conditioning.
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The fire distinguisher is a 2A10BC, fully charged and met standards established by the State Fire Marshal.
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All hazardous items were observed to be inaccessible. Storage of poisons and toxins are inaccessible to children and locked in laundry room. Sharp items including kitchen knives, are inaccessible and stored in kitchen draw with latch. Medicines are locked and stored in Masterbedroom.
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First Aid Kit is located in the kitchen and hallway closet, and contains all required items.
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No guns or weapons are stored in the facility 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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Single story home
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There is no fireplace
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Clean, safe and age appropriate toys were observed.
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LPA observed a working telephone located in the kitchen.
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There were no toxic plants inside or outside the facility observed at this time
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The outside activity area consists of: Left side yard
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep
as an additional resource. LPA also informed applicant 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.
LPA reviewed with applicant the LIC 311A, Records To Be Maintained At The Facility, for child\342\200\231s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted.
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 following items were also reviewed with the applicant during inspection:
- 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 and updating training every 2 years
- Personal rights of children in care, including no corporal punishment
- Responsibility to know the Title 22 Regulations for anyone providing care and supervision
- Capacity and Supervision requirements
- Inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care
- Current facility phone numbers must always be on file with the licensing office
- Baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers and other similar items are prohibited
- Car seat law
- Smoking is prohibited in the facility while providing child care or transporting children
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There are is a bodies of water observed on this date, fish ponds. Licensee has agreed to either remove or install a cover that will hold the weight of an adult.
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 bodies of water described. 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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Applicant will not be pick-up and drop-off children.
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Verification of control of property is maintained by applicant
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Facility Sketch and Emergency Disaster Plan are posted parent board outside by front entrance.
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Pediatric CPR and First Aid Card expires 9/2024
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Mandated Reporter certificate expires 9/19/2024
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Preventive Health and Safety training, including nutrition and lead components have been completed by 10/1/22.
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The applicant, Mrs. Rubio-Galvez, confirmed there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and/or using the facility address for their mailing address.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - 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
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Applicant will wait until facility opens to determine IMS needs.
Applicant was reminded all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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 licensed Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at
- Once licensed, the Notice of Site Visit must be posted at the entrance of the facility for a period of
30 days. If a serious violation is cited, a copy of the licensing report (LIC809/LIC9099) must also
be posted for 30 days. A civil penalty of $100 per violation will be assessed for noncompliance.
- Applicant was informed of their reporting requirements and is provided with the Regional Office\342\200\231s Unusual Incident Reporting email mailbox:
UnusualIncidentReportsDO10@dss.ca.gov
-The Applicant can submit fingerprint transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from the facility at:
Associations_Disassociations858@dss.ca.gov
- Access to forms & Title 22 Regulations for Family Child Care Homes online at
www.ccld.ca.gov
- 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.
The Applicant, Mrs. Rubio-Galvez is aware that Vicent Lopez, did not obtain a Criminal Record Clearance, based on the information provided to the department, that Mr. Lopez moved out of the home. Mrs. Rubio-Galvez is aware that all adult who live in the home require a clearance from the department.
Before licensure, the following needs to be corrected/completed:
1. Make the fish ponds met Title 22 Regulations. Licensee has agreed to either remove or install a cover that will hold the weight of an adult. Submit pictures, or a visit may be required.
2. Make the gate for the outdoor play area permanently fixed to the wall, to prevent it from being moved. Submit pictures of the corrections.
3. Make the freezer in the backyard inaccessible, submit pictures of correction.
Once all corrections have been verified, the application for a Small Family Child Care Home will be submitted for approval with a maximum capacity of 6, or 8 with parent notification. Applicant advised that all corrections are due within 30 days or the application may be withdrawn.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the applicant Maria Rubio-Galvez.