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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191213426
Report Date: 06/23/2022
Date Signed: 06/23/2022 03:28:01 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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551



FACILITY NAME:HEETER FAMILY DAY CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
191213426
ADMINISTRATOR:HEETER, DONNAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(661) 860-4016
CITY:PALMDALESTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93550
CAPACITY:12CENSUS: 0DATE:
06/23/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
11:56 AM
MET WITH:Donna HeeterTIME COMPLETED:
02:34 PM
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On 6/23/2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carol Heath conducted an unannounced Required 1 Year inspection at the Heeter Family Child Care. Upon arrival, the LPA met with the licensee, Donna Heeter who guided the LPA on a tour of the facility. Family members residing in the home include 3 adults (licensee and her husband and adult son). Per LIS, facility annual fees are NOT current. All adults living in the home have been background cleared. Per licensee, the hours of operation are Monday through Friday 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. There were 0 daycare children present during this inspection. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed.

The Home is set up as follows:
This is one story 4 bedroom, 2-bathroom home with a kitchen/dining room, living room, laundry room, and garage. The garage is used for storage only and no childcare activities are conducted there. There is a pool and spa on the premises. The home was inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, central air, and heat and ventilation. The home has central heating and air conditioning. All windows have screens and are free of cracks, bugs, and debris.

Ø Main Area: Main care is provided in the living room and bedroom #4 is used for napping. Children have access to the kitchen and backyard.

· Dining / Living rooms: In the areas, LPA observed a fireplace that was properly screened via a mirror glass barrier which made it inaccessible to children. LPA observed age-appropriate toys and furniture for the children. LPA observed: a couch and tv for children to watch TV.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta YatesTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol HeathTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/23/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/23/2022
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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551


FACILITY NAME: HEETER FAMILY DAY CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 191213426

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 06/23/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102417(g)(1)
Operation of A Family Child Care Home
(g) The home shall be free from defects or conditions which might endanger a child. Safety precautions shall include but not limited to: (1) Fireplaces and open face heaters shall be screened to prevent access by children. The home shall contain a fire extinguisher and smoke detector device which meet standards established by the State Fire Marshall.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. The fire extinguisher was last serviced 1/2021, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/09/2022
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The licensee will call the company and take the picture for the complete the service.
Type B
Section Cited
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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 [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, the licensee did not renew the training, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 06/30/2022
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The licensee will complete the training and email or text LPA the certification.

Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta YatesTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol HeathTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/23/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/23/2022
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551


FACILITY NAME: HEETER FAMILY DAY CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 191213426

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 06/23/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102416(c)
Personnel Requirements
(c) The licensee and other personnel as specified shall complete training on preventive health practices, including pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first aid, pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. The licensee did not renew her CPR/First Aid, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/23/2022
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The licensee will regester the class and after she complets the training, she will email the certification to LPA
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta YatesTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol HeathTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/23/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/23/2022
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: HEETER FAMILY DAY CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 191213426
VISIT DATE: 06/23/2022
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· Children Bathroom (#1): Children use the bathroom is next to the bedroom #4. The Bathroom was toured and inspected sink/toilet is in operable condition. The toilets and faucets are clean, safe, and operable. All poison and medications were accessible to children. During the inspection, the licensee removed all the medications and hazardous items. She agreed to put a safety latches on the sink cabinet and drawers. The bathroom was observed to be free and clear of hazardous items. The bathroom was clean, sanitized, and in good repair.
· Backyard: There is an outdoor concrete area for active play. There is a gated pool and spa in the backyard. Gate was observed to be of appropriate height with a self-latching/self-closing opening, demonstrated by the licensee. The Key is kept out of reach of children. Padlock observed on gate opening. LPAs observed a locked gate on the right side of the home for storage. There is another gated section on the left side.
· Kitchen: The kitchen was inspected to ensure hazardous and dangerous items were inaccessible to children (Safety latches). In the kitchen, all sharp utensils, poisons, and medications are made inaccessible to children with child safety latches on cabinet doors and drawers. Sharp knives are kept in a butcher block in the gated kitchen.
· Off-limit: Off-limit areas include bedrooms #1, 2, and 3, a laundry room (need a safety lock),a pool (gated), and a garage.
Ø Others:
· AC/Heating Unit was observed. AC/Heating Unit is located on the right side of the home and is inaccessible to children via barrels blocking access to the unit.
· Bodies of water: Per the licensee, there is a pool and spa on the premises. There is a gated pool and spa in the backyard. Gate was observed to be of appropriate height with a self-latching/self-closing opening, demonstrated by the licensee. The Key is kept out of reach of children.
· Electrical outlets: All unused electrical outlets are plugged in and made inaccessible to children.
· Fire extinguisher (2A10BC): LPA observed there is a required fire extinguisher (2A10BC) fully charged Date: 2021 and located in the kitchen inaccessible to children. It does not meet standards established by the State Fire Marshall.
· Fireplace: The fireplace is in the living room area.
· Hanging window blind cords: The cords in the children bedroom #4 are accessible to children.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta YatesTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol HeathTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2022
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: HEETER FAMILY DAY CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 191213426
VISIT DATE: 06/23/2022
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· Incidental Medical Services (IMS): Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. 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 the publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm. The Licensee will providing IMS to the children.
· Isolation area (Illness): Per licensee, if the child shows signs of illness, he/she will be separated from other children and stay in Dinning room.
· Medications and cleaning solutions: Detergents/cleaning compounds are in the laundry room with a safety gate. Medications are in the upper kitchen cabinet and master bathroom medicine cabinet.
· Napping: Children will nap in the designated nap areas with adult supervision. LPA observed 1 bed in the room #4. Children nap in the back bedroom #4 on the left side of the hallway.
· Phone service: There is a working landline or cell phone
· Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide: The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide devices tested operable.
· The First Aid kit: The licensee was unable to find her First Aid Kit.
· Transportation: The licensee does provide transportation for children. The licensee has a valid California driver's license with an expiration date of 11/23/2022. The licensee has valid vehicle insurance with the expiration date of 11/2022 and vehicle registration dated 11/2023.
· Weapons or Firearms: Per Licensee, there are no Firearms at the facility at this time. LPA does not observe any firearms.

Ø Documentation:

· Child files: No Children enroll at this time.
· CPR/First Aid: LPA observed licensee does not have current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Training with expiration hour of nutrition training, (8) hours of Preventive Health and Safety Training.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta YatesTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol HeathTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2022
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: HEETER FAMILY DAY CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 191213426
VISIT DATE: 06/23/2022
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· Facility Roster: LPA observed Child Care, No Facility Roster. Per Licensing Information System, facility annual fees were NO current.
· Fire Drill and Disaster Drill: Per the licensee, fire and disaster drills are conducted every 6 months; the last drill was documented and conducted on 3/2022.
· Immunization: The licensee has the required immunizations. The licensee provided a written statement declining the influenza vaccination.
· Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC 9227): LPA shared the information with the licensee. Per Licensee, there is NO infant (0-12 months) enrolled in the facility.
· The licensee has posted as required the Facility License, Emergency Disaster plan, and Parents Rights Poster.
· Mandated Reporter Training: The licensee has NOT completed the online mandated reporter training at www.mandatedreporterca.com.
· Staff Personnel File: No assistant at this time.

Ø The following information was discussed with the licensee:
ü Mandatory Forms for the children’s files and provider’s files.
ü Requirements for fire drills, earthquake drills, and documentation for both.
ü The role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were discussed.
ü The licensee is reminded that 100% supervision is required for children at all times.
ü Capacity requirements, Roster requirements, Posting requirements, and Documentation requirements for disaster drills (fire and earthquake). Mandatory Forms for the children’s files and provider’s files, and Safe Sleep Awareness. The role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were reviewed. The licensee was reminded that supervision is always required for children in care.
ü Licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. The licensee was advised that the inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. Licensing must always have the facility’s phone number; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified.
ü The licensee was advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC624B
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta YatesTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol HeathTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2022
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: HEETER FAMILY DAY CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 191213426
VISIT DATE: 06/23/2022
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ü The licensee was informed of the responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hot-line at 1-800-540-4000. Also, call the CCL office and follow up with a written Unusual Incident/Injury Report (LIC 624B).
ü Criminal Record Statement: Licensee [or facility representative] was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to the initial presence in a licensed Family Child Care Home. 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.
ü Safe Sleep: 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.
ü Notice of Site Visit: A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
ü Posting Requirements: Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.
ü Type A citation: LPA (name of analyst) informed licensee [or facility representative] (include name) that this report dated (insert visit date) document(s) (number of Type A citation) Type A citation(s) which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is/are immediate risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care.
Also, LPA (name of analyst) informed the licensee [or facility representative] to provide a copy of this licensing report dated (insert visit date) that documents any Type A citation(s) to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification.
ü The regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco in a private residence that is licensed as a family childcare home and in those areas of the family day care home where children are present (24/7 ban). State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers, and any other items that fall into that category.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta YatesTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol HeathTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2022
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: HEETER FAMILY DAY CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 191213426
VISIT DATE: 06/23/2022
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ü --Licensee was advised to visit the CCL website (www.ccld.ca.gov) to obtain updates of courses and updates/changes to the regulations.
n Our Quarterly updates come out every 3 months they are also now in Spanish please log in to the CCLD website or you can email our advocates to have the quarterly updates sent directly to your email. Child Care Advocates information: www.childcareadvocatesprogram@cdss.ca.gov

ü The Duty Worker is available for questions Monday through Friday at (661) 202-3318 from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

ü A copy of the Safe Sleep Proposed Regulations was provided to Licensee.

ü LPA provided consultation during the inspection.

Deficiencies cited: (See LIC 809D). The following Type B deficiencies are being cited in accordance with Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and/or Health & Safety codes.



Exit interview conducted and the report was reviewed with the licensee Donna Heeter.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta YatesTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol HeathTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2022
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