197419934-8-1-2023-12-CC-CHEH-CUANB4-20230801101832

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197419934
Report Date: 08/01/2023
Date Signed: 08/01/2023 11:09:53 AM

Document Has Been Signed on 08/01/2023 11:09 AM - 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:	BATARSE FAMILY CHILD CARE		FACILITY NUMBER:	197419934
ADMINISTRATOR:	BATARSE, ROSA		FACILITY TYPE:	810
ADDRESS:			TELEPHONE:	(323) 804-5923
CITY:	PALMDALE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	93550
CAPACITY:	14	CENSUS: 14	DATE:	08/01/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	08:30 AM
MET WITH:	Rosa Batarse		TIME COMPLETED:	10:45 AM

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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 8/1/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carol Heath conducted an unannounced Required 1 Year inspection at the Batarse Family Child Care. Upon arrival, the LPA met with the licensee, Rosa Batarse who guided the LPA on a tour of the facility. Family members residing in the home include 2 adults (licensee and her spouse) and her son (12 years old). Per LIS, facility annual fees are current. All adults living in the home have been background cleared. This is a large family childcare facility. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. During the inspection, LPA observed 14 childcare children (1 infant, 2 toddler, 4 preschooler and 7 school age) with Licensee, Licensee’s husband and her 2 assistants. Per Licensing Information System, annual facility fees were current. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. Per the licensee, she does not have children who need IMS at this time. The Home is set up as follows: This is a two-story home with 5 bedrooms, 3-bathroom home with a kitchen, formal dining room, living room, family room, laundry room, and garage. The garage is used for storage only, and no childcare activities are conducted there. 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.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta Yates	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/01/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2023

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: BATARSE FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197419934
	VISIT DATE: 08/01/2023

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Main Area: Main care is provided in the family room, living room, and downstairs bedroom (to the left of the entrance). Children use the bathroom located at the end of the hallway on the left.
Family room/Living room and bedroom: In the areas, LPA observed a fireplace in the family room 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 small table was observed tables and chairs. Several plastic storage bins were observed in which games and toys are stored for the children. There are games and books on the premises of this facility. There are mats on the floor that have educational/learning activities on them. The mats were observed to be in good condition.
Children's Bathroom (#1): Children use the bathroom next to the left side of the hallway. The Bathroom was toured and inspected sink/toilet is in operable condition. The toilet and faucets are clean, safe, and operable. All poison and medications are made inaccessible to children with child 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.
Kitchen/Dining Room: The kitchen was inspected to ensure hazardous and dangerous items were inaccessible to children (Safety gates for both sites). 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.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta Yates	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/01/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2023

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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: BATARSE FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197419934
	VISIT DATE: 08/01/2023

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Backyard: The backyard was inspected; The backyard is gated all around. Children play in the backyard. Children play in the backyard. There is a grass and concrete area for active play. The backyard is completely fenced. The licensee has one small dog. Licensee is currently building a shed for storage on the right side of the home. LPA observed covering over supplies and no sharp objects.
Off-limit: The areas include the home's entire gated upstairs, laundry room (will need a safety doorknob), kitchen (safety gate), the left side of the backyard, and the garage.
Others:
AC/Heating Unit was observed. The 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, she removed the spa. There are no bodies of water in the home anymore.
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: 2/2022 and located in the kitchen inaccessible to children. It meets standards established by the State Fire Marshall.
Fireplace: The fireplace was observed in the off-limits living room and is screened to make it inaccessible to the children.
Hanging window blind cords: The cords are inaccessible to children.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS): The Licensee will not be providing IMS to the children at this time.
Isolation area (Illness): Per the licensee, if the child shows signs of illness, he/she will be separated from other children and stay in the Dining room.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta Yates	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/01/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2023

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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: BATARSE FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197419934
	VISIT DATE: 08/01/2023

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Medications and cleaning solutions: Detergents/cleaning compounds are in the upper kitchen cabinet. Medications are in the off-limits bedroom.
Napping: Children will nap in the designated nap areas with adult supervision. LPA observed 14 mats and 1 playpen in the closet.
Overnight Care: Pre-licensee does not provide overnight care.
Pets: 1 small dog. They have current vaccinations.
Phone service: There is a working landline or cell phone.
Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide: The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide devices tested operable.
Stairs (For two-story hours): There is a safety gate or barricaded to make the stairs inaccessible to the children.
The First Aid kit is located in the key-locked closet, inaccessible to children. The First Aid Kit was observed to be complete with supplies and a first aid manual.
Transportation: The licensee does provide transportation for children. The licensee has a valid California driver's license, valid vehicle insurance, and vehicle registration.
Weapons or Firearms: Per Licensee, there are no Firearms at the facility at this time. LPA does not observe any firearms.
Documentation:
Child files: LPA observed 5 children's files containing all required licensing documents.
CPR/First Aid: LPA observed licensee has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Training with expiration date (05/12/2024) 1 hour of nutrition training, (8) hours of Preventive Health and Safety Training.
Criminal Record: Pre Guardian, all adults who live in this facility obtain a criminal record clearance.
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 07/14/2023.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta Yates	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/01/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2023

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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: BATARSE FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197419934
	VISIT DATE: 08/01/2023

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Immunization: The licensee and her assistant have the required immunizations (MMR and DTaP). The licensee and her assistant provided a written statement declining the influenza vaccination.
Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC 9227) and Sleeping Log: LPA observed 1 infant has LIC 9227, and Sleeping log are also in each infant’s file
Licensee posted as required the Facility License, Emergency Disaster plan, Earthquake Preparedness and Parents Rights Poster
Mandated Reporter Training: The licensee has completed and renewal the online mandated reporter training at www.mandatedreporterca.com on 3/30/2025
Staff Personnel File: LPA observed 1 staff information. The file contained all required licensing documents.
The following information was discussed with the licensee:
ü Mandatory Forms for the children's files and provider's files.
ü The licensee is reminded that 100% supervision is required for children at all times.
ü Capacity requirements, Roster requirements, and Documentation requirements for disaster drills (fire and earthquake).
ü Licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know the regulations and anyone who assists in providing care. 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 Licensee was advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC624B

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta Yates	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/01/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2023

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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: BATARSE FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197419934
	VISIT DATE: 08/01/2023

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ü The licensee was informed of the responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hotline 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: The 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 support 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 the 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 the 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 A baby walker shall not be allowed on the premises of a family child care home in accordance with Health and Safety code sections 1596.848(b) and (c). State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucer, and other items that fall into that category.
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.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta Yates	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/01/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2023

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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: BATARSE FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197419934
	VISIT DATE: 08/01/2023

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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).
ü Licensee was advised to visit the CCL website (www.ccld.ca.gov) to obtain updates on 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 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
ü A copy of the Safe Sleep Proposed Regulations was provided to the licensee.

No deficiency was cited in accordance with Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and/or Health & Safety codes.

An exit Interview was conducted, and a copy of this Report and a Notice of Site visit were provided to the licensee, Rosa Batarse.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta Yates	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/01/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2023

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