Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On October 19, 2023 at 9:25 AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Marilou Monico and Sheena Chin conducted an announced Prelicensing Inspection in response to a change of location application. LPAs met with Applicant, Catherine Briones, and explained the purpose of today's visit. LPAs note that the Applicant is currently licensed at 20412 Silverado Avenue, Cupertino, CA 95014 (Facility number:
434414222
). Per Applicant, the adults that reside in the home are herself, her husband, and her aunt. The home is a one story with four bedrooms and two baths.
Days and hours of operation will be Monday - Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Applicant has completed the Preventative Health and Safety Training including Nutrition and a copy of the certification is on file. Applicant was advised to submit proof that she completed the Lead Poisoning Prevention class. Applicant's CPR and First Aid certifications are current and expire on 03/18/2025. Applicant completed the Mandated Reporter Training on 09/08/2023. Applicant's immunizations in measles, pertussis, and flu are on file. Applicant states that she is going to transfer the daycare insurance to this location once licensed.
The Applicant provided proof of control of property. Because the Applicant leases the home, proof of landlord notification is required. The LPAs observed the Property Owner/Landlord Notification form (LIC 9151) that the applicant confirms was provided to the property owner/landlord. LPAs advised Applicant that a signed Property Owner/Landlord Consent form (LIC 9149) shall be submitted to Licensing if she decided to care for more than 12 children up to a maximum of 14 children.
LPAs toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the home during today's inspection. LPAs observed glass covered fireplace, fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher, functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Off limit areas inside the home are: kitchen, one bathroom (master bathroom), Primary Room (Bedroom 3), garage, and storage room connected to the garage. The home is clean and orderly, with heating/air conditioning, and ventilation for safety and comfort. There is sufficient toys, supplies, and equipment for the day care children. Applicant states that there are no weapons in the home. Off limit areas outside the home: locked storage shed, locked/fenced storage, and barricaded air conditioning unit. There were no bodies of water observed.
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Form of discipline to be used by Applicant: redirection. Cleaning products, toxic agents, medications, and sharp objects were inaccessible to children. LPAs reminded Applicant that smoking, baby walkers, bouncers, jumpers, and similar items are not allowed in Family Child Care Homes.
Applicant understands that children's personal rights should not be violated; including no corporal punishment. Isolation of sick children, supervision of children, capacity options, transportation of children, requirements for reporting suspected child abuse, unusual incidents/injuries, heat related illnesses, and requirements for assistant/substitute were also discussed. LPAs informed Applicant that fire/disaster drills must be practiced at least once every 6 months and documented.
Applicant, Catherine Briones, 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.
LPAs discussed the requirements of Assembly Bill(AB) 633 with the Applicant. The Applicant understands the AB 633 fact sheet/copy of Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Reports (LIC 9224). LPAs discussed "zero tolerance" related regulations with the Applicant and advised her of the assessment of an immediate $500 civil penalty for any violation of a "zero tolerance" related regulation. An ongoing civil penalty of $100 per day continues until the violation(s) is corrected.
LPAs discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant 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. LPAs 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.
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LPAs reviewed with applicant 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.
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
.
PIN 22-02-CCP - Best Practices Related to the Provision of Incidental Medical Services in Child Care Center and Family Care Homes was provided to Applicant.
On this date, October 18, 2023, the California Attorney General - Megan's Law website was searched for information on sex offenders required to register with local law enforcement under California Megan's Law. No registered sex offenders found at the facility addresses. Under state law, some registered sex offenders are not subject to public disclosure; therefore, they may not have 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.
Applicant 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.
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.
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Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Applicant, Catherine Briones.
A license for a Large Family Child Care Home will be granted upon receipt of the following:
1) Proof that Applicant completed the Lead Poisoning Prevention class.
2) Written statement from Applicant when to close the current license, facility #434414222.