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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

CASTRENCE, JUANITALicense 4344101164 citations on this visit
4 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Page 1 Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) , Stephanie Collins, and conducted an unannounced Annual inspection of the Preschool. LPA met with licensee Juanita Castrence and informed her the purpose of the visit. LPA arrived at 2:15 PM, LPA observed required posting posted in a prominent publicly accessible area at the facility. Operating days and hours are Monday-Sunday 06:00 AM to 05:30 AM. Upon entry into facility a total 5 children including 1 infant were observed in attendance . Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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 Child Care Center. 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 reviewed a current Child Care Facility Roster and Fire/Disaster drill log during today's inspection. Last fire/disaster drill was completed on 10/2022. At 2:25 LPA reviewed ( 4) four Children files and one infant file and Licensee's file review. File review included LIC 282 Affidavit Regarding Liability insurance , Immunization, LIC 700 Identification and Emergency information LIC 627 Concent for Emergency Medical Treatment, LIC 995 Notification of Parents Rights Staff file review included: Mandated Reported Certification and CPR/First Aid Card. Page 2 LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the home during today's inspection The Licensee has a working telephone in the home. LPA observed sufficient materials, toys, and play equipment for the day care children in the home. Furniture and equipment, such as cribs, mats, feeding chairs, and tables were age appropriate and in good condition. LPA did not observe any wall heaters or fireplace units inside the home. Off limit areas in the home are: All 4 bedrooms, master bathroom and attached garage. There are no stairs inside the home. Off limit area in back yard; back yard is fully fenced in, however the back yard is off limits at this time due to re-construction. LPA observed a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher, working smoke / carbon monoxide detectors, and no bodies of water. The Licensee states that she does not have any weapons in the home. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons, sharps, and other items that are dangerous to children were stored inaccessible. LPA observed that food storage areas were clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. Foods and beverages were kept protected against contamination and spoilage. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers on. Drinking water is arranged to be readily available to children. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 currently the facility does not have any children in care who requires IMS. 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 . Safe Sleep ( when applicable) Page 3 LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee [or facility representative] 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 [facility representative] 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 licensee the violations that would result in an immediate $500 civil penalty assessment. Director is encouraged to visit the Department\342\200\231s website at www.cdss.ca.gov [Shortcut: ccld.ca.gov] to access resources for Providers, Regulations etc. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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 . In the areas that were evaluated, regulatory violations were observed at the time of the inspection. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Juanita Castrence

Citations

4 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(c)Type B

    PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

    Based record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [1] out of [3] Licensee which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 102418(a)Type B

    IMMUNIZATIONS

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [1] out of [1] [(objects) C1,C2,C3,] which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 102425(c)Type B

    INFANT SAFE SLEEP

    Based on (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [1] out of [1 ] for C3, ] which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

    Based on (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [count] out Licensee Juanita Castrence which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the January 25, 2023 inspection of CASTRENCE, JUANITA?

This was a inspection inspection of CASTRENCE, JUANITA on January 25, 2023. 4 citations were issued: 4 Type B.

Were any citations issued to CASTRENCE, JUANITA on January 25, 2023?

Yes, 4 citations were issued (0 Type A, 4 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [1] out of [3] Licensee which poses/p..."

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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