197418134-7-10-2023-12-CC-CHEH-CTLVFL-20230710162408

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197418134
Report Date: 07/10/2023
Date Signed: 07/10/2023 04:24:27 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 07/10/2023 04:24 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

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:	A CARING TOUCH CHRISTIAN FAMILY CENTER		FACILITY NUMBER:	197418134
ADMINISTRATOR:	MCNEAL, DENISE		FACILITY TYPE:	830
ADDRESS:	3035 EAST AVENUE S		TELEPHONE:	(661) 533-3910
CITY:	PALMDALE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	93550
CAPACITY:	15	CENSUS: 7	DATE:	07/10/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	01:03 PM
MET WITH:	Tanisha Bronson		TIME COMPLETED:	04:35 PM

NARRATIVE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	On 7/10/23, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carol Heath conducted an unannounced annual random inspection for the infant program. LPA met with Director Tanisha Bronson. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection to the director. The facility's hours are Monday through Friday, 6 am to 8 pm. Present during today’s inspection were 7 infant-age children, one teacher, and 1 assistant. The infant area consists of one classroom. The center also operates a preschool program (197417574) and a school age (197417439). The preschool program is separate from the infant program. Common spaces for the programs consist of the facility kitchen, staff restrooms, and staff office. Incidental Medical Services were discussed. Per the Director, there are no firearms or weapons on the premise. LPA did observe bodies of water on the premise. The pool’s fences are at least five feet high and shall be constructed so that the fence does not obscure the pool from view. The bottom and sides of the fence shall comply with Division 1, Appendix Chapter 4 of the 1994 Uniform Building Code. PA observed the barriers; gates shall swing away from the pool, self-close, and have a self-latching device no more than six inches from the top. Pool covers shall be strong enough to support the weight of an adult completely and shall be placed on the pool and locked while the pool is not in use. The pool is only available for the older school age children. Furniture and equipment In the infant classroom, LPA observed cubbies where infants’ belongings could be stored. Telephone service was verified. Heating, lighting, and ventilation are adequate. Disinfectants, chemical compounds, and poisons were found to be inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed that cleaning compounds and disinfectants are stored in a lower cabinet, locked and inaccessible to the infants in care.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta Yates	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/10/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/10/2023

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, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: A CARING TOUCH CHRISTIAN FAMILY CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 197418134
	VISIT DATE: 07/10/2023

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A tour of the infant area was conducted. The infant indoor and outdoor activity space is physically separate from the space used by other daycare children. Infant furniture and equipment, including crib feeding chairs, are sufficient, age-appropriate, and in good repair. Infant changing tables have padded surfaces no less than one inch thick, are covered with washable vinyl or plastic, and have raised sides at least three inches high. Toys are safe, without sharp points, edges, splinters, or small parts that can be pulled off and swallowed. The facility is following staff-infant ratios (4/1). All infants, including those napping in cribs, are always under visual observation. Individual sleeping plans were reviewed for some infants. According to the director, all the children are over 1 year old. Sign in/Sign out sheets have the full legal signature and a record of the time of day. Staff utilized as infant teachers have three child development units in infant/toddler care.

LPA observed age-appropriate toys and materials. The changing table is located within arm’s reach of the sink. Sufficient napping equipment was observed (cots and cribs). The trash bin was observed covered. Staff use a separate bathroom at the front entrance; the staff bathroom is also the isolation bathroom for ill children. LPA observed soap, toilet paper, and paper towels readily available. The fire extinguisher, carbon monoxide detector, and smoke detector were observed to be in operable condition.

Food Service: There is a refrigerator in the classroom and cabinets for storing formula in the classroom. The facility has a fully functional kitchen area with a fridge, freezer, and stove. Per the director, no infants are enrolled with allergies; however, there is space for an allergy list to be posted on the refrigerator door in the kitchen. All kitchen areas/food preparation areas, and storage areas are kept clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and other vermin. Storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, shall have tight-fitting covers kept on and in good repair. The facility provides breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily. The weekly menu was observed. Chemicals and cleaning solutions are kept separate from the food. During today’s inspection, the kitchen door was open. LPA observed the medication on the top of the kitchen cabinet and several kitchen knifes were in the drying rock which is accessible to the children.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta Yates	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/10/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/10/2023

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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, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: A CARING TOUCH CHRISTIAN FAMILY CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 197418134
	VISIT DATE: 07/10/2023

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The outdoor play equipment was inspected for health, safety, cushioning material, good repair, and age appropriateness. There is a play structure with a padded surface underneath to absorb falls and a shaded area with tables provided for rest. The room was observed to be free of debris. The play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water. There is a gated swimming pool on the other side of the premises and is of appropriate height for school age children. During today’s inspection, LPA observed a wading pool at the play yard. The pool is full of water (6 inches) and no children are inside the pool. According to the director, the school age children use big pool and for the young children she used the wading pool. LPA told the director, according to title 22 #181238.5: the wading pools shall be emptied after each use.

LPA observed 3 staff files. First Aid/CPR was reviewed. Staff records reviewed contain documentation of the educational background, training, and experience and a Health Screening/TB test and immunization records to meet SB 792. However, infant teacher and her assistant were not associate with the infant facility license. LPA reviewed 4 children's files.
Teacher-child ratios were observed (4/1).
The parent board was reviewed and has all the required forms posted. Sign-in/sign-out sheets are in the front office. The facility does not transport children.
Children are inspected for illnesses as they arrive. A review of the medication policy indicated that only prescription medication is administered and only with the parent's written permission. The director is designated for administering medications if needed. Ill children are kept up front in the director's office. Firearms and ammunition are not on the premises. Fire drills are conducted every month and documented. The rooms are safe and clean. The facility complies with the conditions and limitations specified on the license.
Criminal Record Statement: Child Care Centers
Licensee [or facility representative] was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. 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.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta Yates	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/10/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/10/2023

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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, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: A CARING TOUCH CHRISTIAN FAMILY CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 197418134
	VISIT DATE: 07/10/2023

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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.
Notice of Site Visit
A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
Posting Requirements
Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.
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.
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 Health & Safety codes.
Exit Interview
Exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the facility representative Tanisha Bronson.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta Yates	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/10/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/10/2023

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Document Has Been Signed on 07/10/2023 04:24 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, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: A CARING TOUCH CHRISTIAN FAMILY CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 197418134
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 07/10/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type A

Section Cited

CCR

101238.5(a)(1)

Wading Pools

(1) These pools shall be emptied after each use. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. During today's inspection, LPA observed a wading pool outside the infant playground. The pool is 18 inches full with water. No children were in the pool at this time. According to the director, the children will go out after the naptime. With the pool full with water which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 07/10/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	The director empted the pool during the inspection. The director agreed to have a staff meeting with her staff by 7/13/2023 to share this regulation.

Type A

Section Cited

HSC

1596.871(c)(1)(A)

Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

Subsequent to initial licensure, a person specified in subdivision (b) who is not exempt from fingerprinting shall obtain either a criminal record clearance or an exemption from disqualification, pursuant to subdivision (f) of this section or Section 1522.7, from the State Department of Social Services prior to employment, residence, or initial presence in the facility. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed the assistant's live scan did not assoicate with the facility (infant, preschool or school age), which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 07/10/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	The director will associate the assistant by 7/10/2023 and email to the LPA

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 Yates	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/10/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/10/2023

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