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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 192007146
Report Date: 08/15/2023
Date Signed: 08/15/2023 02:44:41 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, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754



FACILITY NAME:CARTER FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
192007146
ADMINISTRATOR:CARTER, DEMETRAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(310) 637-2128
CITY:COMPTONSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90220
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: 0DATE:
08/15/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
11:55 AM
MET WITH:Demetra CarterTIME COMPLETED:
03:03 PM
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On August 15,2023 at 11:55 pm, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Angelica Wallin and Raul Navarro, conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection and was met by Licensee, Demetra Carter. Hours of operation are from Monday thru Friday, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

This one-story home consists of 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Areas used by the children include the day-care room, one restroom, kitchen and back yard. Per Licensee Carter, areas off limits to children include: 2 bedrooms, and the garage. There are 0 children present during time of inspection. Licensee Carter states that there are currently 3 children enrolled in the facility.

All poisons are kept in a locked storage area. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible. There is a working fire extinguisher, smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. Safe toys and play equipment are observed. The home has working telephone and fax service. The outdoor play area in the backyard is fenced and there are no hazards to children present. LPAs observed there no swimming pool or body of water.

Per licensee, no fire arm is kept on premises. LPAs observed kitchen the counter tops were clean and free of clutter or standing food. Per licensee, food service is provided.

Currently licensee cares for 2 infants. LPAs observed 1 play yards/cribs visible in daycare room and does not block entrances or exits. Infant mattress was observed to be firm with tightly fitted sheets with no loose objects or bumpers hanging, or attached to the cribs/play yards. There are currently no infants with pacifiers. Each infant has their own crib/ play yard and bedding. Bedding is washed weekly. LPA informed licensee of the new Safe sleep regulations, including LIC 9227 Infant Sleep Plan for infants under 12 months, 15-minute sleep check documentation for infants 0-24 months, and provided PIN 20-24-CCP.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 980-4934
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Raul NavarroTELEPHONE: 323-981-3388
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/15/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/15/2023
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: CARTER FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 192007146
VISIT DATE: 08/15/2023
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A review of staff records indicate that all employees need updated immunization records and mandated reporter certificate. Per record review, all staff have updated CPR/First Aid certificates. LPAs reviewed 3 children’s files and observed that children’s immunization records needed to be updated.

Licensee Carter was advised that regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco in a private residence licensed as a family childcare home during the hours of operation. LPAs informed licensee of items prohibited in FCCH, no baby bouncers, no infant walkers, No Johnny jumpers, no saucer chairs, no trampolines and any other item that falls into that category are not permitted in the facility. Per licensee, transportation service and overnight care is not provided at this time.

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 the 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.

This facility does not provide Incidental Medical Services – IMS. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514- 0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 980-4934
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Raul NavarroTELEPHONE: 323-981-3388
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2023
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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: CARTER FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 192007146
VISIT DATE: 08/15/2023
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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.

The deficiencies listed on the following page were observed by the LPA and are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Please see attached LIC 809-D. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health & safety.


Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Demetra Carter.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 980-4934
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Raul NavarroTELEPHONE: 323-981-3388
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2023
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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: CARTER FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 192007146

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 08/15/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102417(g)(9)(A)
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: (9) Each family child care home shall have a written disaster plan of action prepared on a form approved by the Department. All children, age and ability permitting, and the provider, the assistant provider, and other members of the household, shall be instructed in their duties under the disaster plan. As their age and ability permit, newly enrolled children shall be informed promptly of their duties as required in the plan. (A) Each family child care home shall conduct fire drills and disaster drills at least once every six months.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation and interview , the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/22/2023
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Licensee to email LPA Wallin updated fire drills conducted.
Type B
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 in two out of three staff which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/31/2023
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Licensee to email completed mandated reporter certificates to LPA Wallin.
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: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 980-4934
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Raul NavarroTELEPHONE: 323-981-3388
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/15/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/15/2023
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Document Has Been Signed on 08/15/2023 02:44 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

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: CARTER FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 192007146

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 08/15/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102417(g)(8)
Operation of A Family Child Care Home
(8) Each family child care home shall have a current roster of children as specified in Health and Safety Code Section 1596.841.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/22/2023
Plan of Correction
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Licensee to email LPA Wallin completed version of child roster.
Section Cited
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POC Due Date:
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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: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 980-4934
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Raul NavarroTELEPHONE: 323-981-3388
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/15/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/15/2023
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