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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 153909532
Report Date: 02/21/2025
Date Signed: 02/21/2025 02:15:35 PM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
FRESNO SOUTH CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME:PANTOJA, SONIA FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
153909532
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		PANTOJA, SONIAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(661) 487-4124
CITY:BAKERSFIELDSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93313
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 13CENSUS: 8DATE:
02/21/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
10:15 AM
MET WITH:Sonia PantojaTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
02:30 PM
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On 02/21/2025 Licensing Program Analysts (LPA), Christopher Burnias and Sonja Navarrette conducted an unannounced Annual Random Inspection and was met by licensee Sonia Pantoja. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Saturday from 5:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

LPA toured the home inside and outside and a census was taken. LPA observed that the Licensee was caring for 8 children 2 of which were infants and 6 of which were children less than school age. Licensee had Assistant 1 (A1) and Assistant 2 (A2) present however neither assistant was fully qualified with Mandated Reporter Training or First Aid/CPR certifications.

LPA informed Licensee that for a Large Family Child Care Home, they must have a fully qualified assistant present in the home in order to operate at full capacity and full ratio. LPA informed Licensee that since there was no fully qualified assistant present, they were out of compliance. LPA informed Licensee that they can only operate under the capacity and ratio requirements for a Small Family Child Care Home when there is no fully qualified assistant present and that they are currently operating out of capacity and out of ratio. Citation has been issued. During the inspection, parents picked up 2 children and the facility was brought back within ratio and capacity requirements.

LPA reviewed current facility sketch and confirmed that the living room, kitchen, dining room, and bathroom are used for providing care and are accessible to children. All other rooms are off-limits and made inaccessible by use of doorknob spinners.

During inspection of the Living Room, LPA’s observed that the children’s rug and children’s floor mats were dirty with stains. Citation has been issued. LPA advised Licensee to have the mats and rugs cleaned or replaced.

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Luisa GavoutianTELEPHONE: (559) 650-7879
Christopher BurniasTELEPHONE: 559-243-4588
DATE: 02/21/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 02/21/2025
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
FRESNO SOUTH CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710


FACILITY NAME: PANTOJA, SONIA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 153909532

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 02/21/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Section Cited
CCR
102417(b)
Operation of A Family Child Care Home
(b) The home shall be kept clean and orderly, with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on LPA observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed dirty and stained rugs and floor mats in the living room, bags of trash in the kitchen and dining room. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/07/2025
Plan of Correction
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Licensee immediately removed bags of trash from kitchen and dining room. Licensee is to have dirty and stained rugs and mats cleaned or replaced. Licensee must submit proof of replacing or cleaning mats and rugs.
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Section Cited
HSC
1596.8662(b)(1)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day 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:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed that there were no documents on file for A1 or A2 to show completion of Mandated Reporter Training which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/07/2025
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Licensee is to provide the Department proof of current completion of Mandated Reporter Training for A1 and A2.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Luisa GavoutianTELEPHONE: (559) 650-7879
Christopher BurniasTELEPHONE: 559-243-4588

DATE: 02/21/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/21/2025

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
FRESNO SOUTH CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710


FACILITY NAME: PANTOJA, SONIA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 153909532

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 02/21/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Section Cited
CCR
102417(g)(7)
Operation of A Family Child Care Home
(7) An emergency information card shall be maintained for each child and shall include the child's full name, telephone number and location of a parent or other responsible adult to be contacted in an emergency, the name and telephone number of the child's physician and the parent's authorization for the licensee or registrant to consent to emergency medical care.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed that form LIC 627 Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment was not signed or complete in children's files. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 02/28/2025
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Licensee is to have each parent complete form LIC 627 Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment and submit proof of completed forms for each child to the Department.
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102416.5(e)
Staffing Ratio and Capacity
(e) If no assistant provider is present at a Large Family Child Care Home, then the licensee shall comply with the capacity requirements for a Small Family Child Care Home as specified in subsections (b) and (c).

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on LPA observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed 8 children in care. 2 of which were infants, 6 of which were children not yet of school age. There were no qualified assistants present in the home. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 02/28/2025
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Licensee had parents come to pick up 2 children bringing the facility into capacity and ratio requirements. Licensee is to review regulation 102416.5 and submit a written statement indicating that they have read and understood the regulation and will ensure compliance.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Luisa GavoutianTELEPHONE: (559) 650-7879
Christopher BurniasTELEPHONE: 559-243-4588

DATE: 02/21/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/21/2025

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
FRESNO SOUTH CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME: PANTOJA, SONIA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 153909532
VISIT DATE: 02/21/2025
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During inspection of the Dining room, LPA’s observed bags of trash and empty water bottles on the floor. LPA reminded Licensee that trash must be removed and made inaccessible. Citation has been issued. Licensee removed the bags of trash and water bottles from the Kitchen and Dining Room.

During Inspection of the outdoor area, LPA’s observed numerous empty water bottles on the ground along with dog feces. Licensee stated that children are not currently using the outdoor area due to the cold weather. LPA reminded Licensee that since the outdoor area is an accessible part of the day care, it must be cleaned and maintained. Licensee agreed to have the empty bottles and dog feces removed.

There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises.

There are no firearms or ammunition on the premises. No poisons were observed during the inspection. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible.

There is one fireplace in the home located in the Dining Room and is made inaccessible by a glass door and will not be in use during daycare hours. There is a working fire extinguisher, smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort.

This is a single level home and there are no stairs. Safe toys and play equipment are observed. The home has working telephone service and LPA confirmed the phone number is (661) 487-4124.

Licensee ensures that children in care are supervised at all times and is aware children shall not be left in parked vehicles.

LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were missing Form LIC 627 Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment. Citation has been issued. Licensee is to have each parent complete the form and submit a copy of the completed form to the Department. Other emergency documents were complete. Licensee’s Mandated Reporter Training was completed on 01/08/2025. Licensee’s pediatric CPR/First Aid certification expires on 01/04/2027.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Luisa GavoutianTELEPHONE: (559) 650-7879
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Christopher BurniasTELEPHONE: 559-243-4588
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/21/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/21/2025
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
FRESNO SOUTH CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME: PANTOJA, SONIA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 153909532
VISIT DATE: 02/21/2025
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During inspection, LPA observed that there was no employee file for A1 and A2. LPA advised Licensee to create a file for each employee and include the following documents: Proof of immunization for measles, pertussis, and influenza, form LIC 9052 Employee Rights, form LIC 9108 Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, Mandated Reporter Training Certificate, and Current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certification issued by American Red Cross or the American Heart Association, or by approved Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) vendor.

Licensee confirmed that neither assistant had completed Mandatory Reporter training or obtained an approved First Aid/CPR certificate. Citation has been issued. Licensee is to ensure each assistant completes the required trainings and must provide the Department proof of completion. LPA reminded Licensee that they must currently operate under the regulations of a Small Family Child Care Home until assistants are fully qualified. Licensee understood.

LPA discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to resources such as forms, regulations Provider Information Notices (PINs), and Quarterly Updates. LPA discussed Reporting Requirements as outlined in the regulations (Section 102416.2).

Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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.

LPA discussed safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee 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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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Luisa GavoutianTELEPHONE: (559) 650-7879
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Christopher BurniasTELEPHONE: 559-243-4588
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/21/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/21/2025
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
FRESNO SOUTH CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME: PANTOJA, SONIA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 153909532
VISIT DATE: 02/21/2025
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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: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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/inspection-process.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with licensee Sonia Pantoja. During the exit interview, the licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA verified the RSO profile in FAS.

Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3 of the California Code of Regulations, the following deficiencies are being cited: (see next page).

Licensee was provided appeal rights.

This report shall be made available to the public upon request. LIC 9213 Notice of Site Visit is provided and required to be posted for 30 days.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Luisa GavoutianTELEPHONE: (559) 650-7879
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Christopher BurniasTELEPHONE: 559-243-4588
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/21/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/21/2025
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