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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 192001820
Report Date: 01/22/2020
Date Signed: 01/22/2020 05:23:58 PM

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:LEATER FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
192001820
ADMINISTRATOR:LEATER, ANNETTEFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(310) 639-2541
CITY:COMPTONSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90221
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: 9DATE:
01/22/2020
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
02:57 PM
MET WITH:Annette Leater, LicenseeTIME COMPLETED:
05:35 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Reiko Jones-Modeste conducted an unannounced annual random inspection at the facility listed above. LPA met with Licensee Annette Leater who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. Upon arrival were Licensee's spouse and Licensee Assistant/Daughter and 8 children, including three infants. The Licensee states that three adults currently reside in the home. All adults present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption prior to working, residing or volunteering in the licensed child care home.
Per Licensee, there are 12 child care children currently enrolled. A current children’s roster was available for review.

This is a two-story home which consists of three bedrooms, three bathrooms, kitchen, den, living room, front yard and backyard (fenced). The children use the bathroom located in the downstairs hallway. The restroom that children use was observed safe and sanitary. Children’s areas include kitchen, living room, den, one bedroom and backyard. Per Licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: one downstairs bedroom and upstairs. Where children less than five years old are in care, stairs are to be fenced or barricaded. LPA observed a child safety gate used to barricade the stairs for safety.

All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. There is telephone service via a landline. There is ventilation and heating. LPA observed a fireplace in the living room accessible without barricade. Licensee provided proof of gas shut off for floor heaters(without barricade) not in service.

The home was observed clean and orderly. There is a child safety gate used to barricade the children's area. There are appropriate toys available for children, free of sharp edges and unbroken. Appropriate
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Reiko JonesTELEPHONE: (323) 558-2739
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/22/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/22/2020
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, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: LEATER FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 192001820
VISIT DATE: 01/22/2020
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sleeping arrangements were observed including a GRACO Pack-n-Play.

Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which could pose a danger to children were observed inaccessible to children. The licensee states that there are no poisons in the home and understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock.

The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged with last service on March 2017 as indicated on service tag. Licensee was advised to service extinguishers once every year. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and operable.

Licensee states that there are no firearms stored in the home. There are no pets on the premises.

Currently, children use the back yard for outdoor play time. The outdoor play area was observed fenced. LPA observed appropriate toys and equipment used for children. LPA did not observe any objects that can pose a danger to children in the outdoor yard. The licensee states that supervision is always provided.

The licensee has completed training on preventive health practices including Pediatric First Aid and CPR. The licensee's Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires March 2021. There are first aid supplies available.

Children’s records were reviewed, including emergency information and were observed complete.

The Licensee and Licensee Assistant provided proof of immunization against influenza, pertussis, and measles.

LPA observed proof of the Mandated Reporter AB 1207 compliant Child Care Training Certificate on file for Licensee however no proof was provided for Licensee Assistant. www.mandatedreporterca.com

All homes shall conduct fire and disaster drills at least once every six months and document the date and time of each drill. LPA observed a Disaster Drill log posted.



Parent’s Rights Poster and the Facility License were observed and posted. Emergency Disaster Plan(LIC 610C) not observed.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Reiko JonesTELEPHONE: (323) 558-2739
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/22/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/22/2020
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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, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: LEATER FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 192001820
VISIT DATE: 01/22/2020
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LPA did not observe the following items during the inspection: Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs, and/or any other item that fall into these categories are not permitted in a family child care facility.

Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes in the home.

Licensee states that she is currently caring for infants. Licensee states that infants sleep in the children's den area where they are constantly supervised. Licensee was advised infants are to sleep in a standard crib only, where they are constantly supervised. LPA discussed with Licensee the Child Care Provider’s Guide to Safe Sleep to reduce the risk of SUID by the American Academy of Pediatrics. LPA also consulted and explained Child Abuse Reporting, Updated Parent’s Rights Poster with Complaint Hotline information, Never Shake a Baby, and Safe Sleeping practices.

LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on line at: www.ccld.ca.gov.

Based on the LPA’s observations and records review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited must be cleared to protect the children’s health & safety.

The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) – must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit made by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00.

A copy of this report shall be provided to the parent/guardian of children currently enrolled by the next business day or immediately upon return. A copy of this report shall also be provided to the parent/guardian of any newly enrolled children for the next 12 months (1 year). The Acknowledgement form must be maintained in each child’s file immediately upon receipt from parent.

Exit interview was conducted with Licensee, including, but not limited to Appeal Procedures, Site Visit and Initial Appeal Rights.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Reiko JonesTELEPHONE: (323) 558-2739
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/22/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/22/2020
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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, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: LEATER FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 192001820
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 01/22/2020
Deficiency Type
POC Due Date /
Section Number
DEFICIENCIES
PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
Type B
01/29/2020
Section Cited

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Mandated Reporter
Availability of information regarding detecting and reporting child abuse and neglect; training for mandated reporter who is licensed day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility; proof of
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completion.
The requirement was not met as evidenced by Licensee Assistant did not completing the mandated reporter training.
This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.
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Posting Requirements
Based on LPAs observations this requirement has not been met as evidenced by Emergency Disaster Plan(LIC 610C) not observed and unavailable. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.

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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: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Reiko JonesTELEPHONE: (323) 558-2739
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/22/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/22/2020
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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, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: LEATER FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 192001820
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 01/22/2020
Deficiency Type
POC Due Date /
Section Number
DEFICIENCIES
PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
Type A
01/29/2020
Section Cited

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Operation of a Family Child Care Home: Fireplace/Heaters (1) Fireplaces and open-face heaters shall be screened to prevent access to children.....
This requirement has not been met as evidenced by:
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Based on LPA observations a fireplace in the living room accessible to children in care and accessible to children in care.

This poses an immediate risk to the health and safety of children in care.
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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: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Reiko JonesTELEPHONE: (323) 558-2739
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/22/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/22/2020
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