Skip to main content

Inspection visit

Routine inspection

BRIONES, CATHERINELicense 4344142221 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

#2 Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs), Marilou Monico and Cortney Nelson, conducted a Required - 1 Year inspection. LPAs met with Licensee, Catherine Briones, and explained the purpose of today's visit. Also present in the home were licensee's helper, licensee' s adult son, and nine (9) daycare children including four (4) infants and five (5) preschool age. There are four (4) adults residing in the home: licensee, her husband, her son, and her helper. The home has four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The daycare is open Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. LPAs toured the home inside and out with the Licensee. LPAs observed sufficient toys and play equipment for the day care children. Bathroom used by children was observed to be clean and in good condition. Off limit areas in the home: master bedroom, master bathroom, 2 bedrooms, furnace closet, and garage. Off limit areas outside the home: two storage sheds and front yard. There were no bodies of water observed. Per Licensee, there are no weapons in the home. LPAs observed a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher, functioning carbon monoxide detector, working smoke detector, glass covered fireplace, and fenced backyard. Cleaning compounds, detergents, medications, sharp objects, and other similar items were stored inaccessible to children. LPA discussed with Licensee Assembly Bill (AB) 1207 (Mandated Child Abuse Reporter Training) which is required training that began on January 1, 2018 and requires renewal every two years. Mandated Reported Training can be accessed at www.mandatedreporterca.com . Mandated Reporter Training (AB1207) for licensee and her helper are expired. Licensee, her husband, and her helper have current Pediatric CPR/1st Aid certifications with an expiration date of March 10, 2023. Continuation on next page: A review of staff records during today's inspection indicates that all Facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. LPA reminded Licensee of the applicable civil penalties for those adults who have not received fingerprint clearances, are not associated to the license and who come in contact with or provide care and supervision to the children. Penalty amounts: $100.00 per person per day, minimum of $100.00 to a maximum of $500.00 per person for an initial violation and a minimum of $100.00 to a maximum of $3000.00 per person for any subsequent violation within a 12 month period. LPA reviewed with Licensee the violations that would result in an immediate assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $500. Licensee is encouraged to visit the Department\342\200\231s website at www.cdss.ca.gov [Shortcut: www.ccld.ca.gov ] to access resources for Providers, Regulations, Adoptions of new laws, pay annual fees etc. LPA reviewed with Licensee and provided her a copy of Safe Sleep Regulations (PIN 20-24-CCP). Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. Licensee stated that she's not planning to provide IMS at this time. As a result of this inspection, deficiency was cited on the following page: A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS POSTED AND MUST REMAIN 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.

  • 1596.8662(4)(b)(1)Type B

    On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Per review of record, licensee and her helper have expired Mandated Reporter Training. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the July 28, 2021 inspection of BRIONES, CATHERINE?

This was a inspection inspection of BRIONES, CATHERINE on July 28, 2021. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to BRIONES, CATHERINE on July 28, 2021?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child care provider, administrator, or empl..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

SourceView on CCLDView original report

Share this reportEmail

Next steps

If this is your facility,claim this pageand add your response to the public record. Free.

Spotted an inaccuracy on this visit?Request a reviewand we will check it against the public record.

Researching this visit professionally?Book a 20-minute calland we will walk through what we have on file.

Data from CCLD public records. Last updated . If you believe any information is inaccurate, report it here.