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MARTINEZ, SUSANA FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 3766190371 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 09/01/2021 at 3:45 PM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Dana Stevens conducted an unannounced complaint inspection. LPA met with Susana Martinez to deliver complaint findings on the above allegation. This agency has investigated the complaint alleging that Staff withheld food from daycare child. During interviews Licensee admitted that she has on occasion withheld snacks from children as consequence for behavioral issues. Licensee stated that because she feeds the children two meals a day with large portions and offers additional servings, she believes the children are well fed and considers snacks to be an "extra treat”.Based upon Licensees own admission this allegation is deemed Substantiated. California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division 12 & Chapter 3), are being cited on the attached LIC 9099-D. An exit interview was conducted with the licensee. The licensee was provided a copy of this report and appeal rights (LIC 9058 12/15) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. Notice of Site Visit must be posted for 30 days.

Citations

1 citation 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.

  • 102423(a)(4)Type B

    PERSONAL RIGHTS

    102423 (a)(4) Personal Rights Each child receiving services from a family child care home shall have certain rights that shall not be waived or abridged by the licensee regardless of consent or authorization from the child's authorized representative. These rights include…to be free from… actions of a punitive nature, including, but not limited to:… interference with eating…This requirement was not met as evidenced by, Based on Licensee's admission she occasionally withheld snacks for punitive reasons which poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.

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What happened during the September 1, 2021 inspection of MARTINEZ, SUSANA FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was a complaint inspection of MARTINEZ, SUSANA FAMILY CHILD CARE on September 1, 2021. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to MARTINEZ, SUSANA FAMILY CHILD CARE on September 1, 2021?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "102423 (a)(4) Personal Rights Each child receiving services from a family child care home shall have certain rights that..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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