<meta name="robots" content="noindex">
Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197420083
Report Date: 08/26/2019
Date Signed: 08/26/2019 11:58:28 AM

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:HEARD FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
197420083
ADMINISTRATOR:HEARD, PATRCIAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(323) 734-0726
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90018
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: 1DATE:
08/26/2019
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:56 AM
MET WITH:Patricia Heard, LicenseeTIME COMPLETED:
12:15 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
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Denise Gibbs conducted an unannounced annual random inspection to the above facility. LPA met with Patricia Heard, Licensee who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. Also present during this inspection, was Sterling Lucas, Licensee’s Fiance. A current children’s roster was available for review. There was 1 child present upon arrival (1st day).

This is a one-story home which consists of 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, living room, front yard and backyard (fenced). Main care is provided in the day care bedroom and back yard. There is a back house occupied by licensee's son Ronald Hamilton which has a different address 3717 1/2 Halldale Ave. The children use the bathroom in the day care bedroom. LPA observed that there are 2 wall heaters in the living room and hallway that are not barricaded. Per Licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen and front yard. The licensee provides food for children in care. Hours of operation are Mon-Fri 6am-6pm.

The licensee states that 2 adults currently live in the home. Per Licensee, she currently has two assistants. 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. Licensee states that there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home.

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 and a cellphone that is used at the facility during operation hours. There is ventilation and heating (wall unit).

The following was observed and reviewed during this inspection:
Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which could pose a danger to children ------------------Page 1
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Denise GibbsTELEPHONE: (323) 558-2794
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/26/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/26/2019
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.
LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)
Page: 1 of 7
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: HEARD FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197420083
VISIT DATE: 08/26/2019
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
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent’s Rights Poster and the Facility License were observed to be posted.

LPA did not observe the following items during the inspection: Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs, Trampolines 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. LPA did not observe anyone smoking in the home.

LPA provided the licensee with a copy of the Child Care Provider’s Guide to Safe Sleep, by American Academy of Pediatrics and Helping you to reduce the risk of SIDS, updated Parent’s Rights Poster with Complaint Hotline information, Capacity Handout (Small & Large) and Never Shake a Baby pamphlet. LPA also consulted and explained Child Abuse Reporting.

AB 1207: Beginning on January 1, 2018, this law requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. Volunteers are encouraged but not required to take the training. Website: www.mandatedreporterca.com

Senate Bill 792: this bill, commencing September 1, 2016, prohibits a person from being employed or volunteering at a child care facility or family day care if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis and measles.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS):
The licensee states that she will provide IMS. Per licensee, there are no children enrolled that require IMS at this time. 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 publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm.
-----Page 3
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Denise GibbsTELEPHONE: (323) 558-2794
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/26/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/26/2019
LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)
Page: 3 of 7
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: HEARD FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197420083
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 08/26/2019
Deficiency Type
POC Due Date /
Section Number
DEFICIENCIES
PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
Type B
09/26/2019
Section Cited

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
On and after January 1, 2018, a person who becomes an administrator or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training...and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training.
This requirement was not met as evidenced by licensee failing to provide certificate of complettion of mandated reporter training (AB1207). This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
Type B
09/26/2019
Section Cited

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Child's Records
The licensee shall maintain, in each child's record, the signed and dated notice form required in Section 102419(d). (Notification of Parents’ Rights, LIC 995A)
The licensee shall maintain, in each
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
child's record, a copy of the emergency information card required in Section 102417(g)(7).
Thie requirement was not met by licensee failing to provide records for child #1.
This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
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: Denise GibbsTELEPHONE: (323) 558-2794
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/26/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/26/2019
LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)
Page: 7 of 7
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: HEARD FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197420083
VISIT DATE: 08/26/2019
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
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
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 809 (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to 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.

Exit interview was conducted with Patricia Heard, Licensee, Appeal Rights were discussed and provided. -----------------------Page 4

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Denise GibbsTELEPHONE: (323) 558-2794
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/26/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/26/2019
LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)
Page: 4 of 7
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: HEARD FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197420083
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 08/26/2019
Deficiency Type
POC Due Date /
Section Number
DEFICIENCIES
PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
Type B
09/26/2019
Section Cited

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Operation of a Family Child Care Home
Fireplaces and open-face heaters shall be screened to prevent access by children.
This requirement was not met by LPA observing 2 wall heaters (not in use)without barricades.
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
Type B
09/26/2019
Section Cited

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Operation of a Family Child Care Home
Poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, firearms and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where they are inaccessible to children.
This requirment was not met by LPA
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
observing paint cans and other material not intended for child in teh backyard. LPA did not observe children in the backyard.
This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
Per licnsee,
she will clean up the backyard, lock up the paint and tools in the shed and put up orange cones for areas that are off limits to children. Licensee will send a picture of cleaned yard to LPA by mail by POC date 9/23/19.
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: Denise GibbsTELEPHONE: (323) 558-2794
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/26/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/26/2019
LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)
Page: 6 of 7
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: HEARD FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197420083
VISIT DATE: 08/26/2019
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
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
were observed to be inaccessible to children. Poisons are locked in a shed outside. The restroom that children use was observed to be clean and free of hazards.

The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charge. LPA did not observe a service tag or purchase receipt for the fire extinguisher. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable.

The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are toys and other age appropriate material available for children. Children nap on mats in the main care area. Licensee states that she is not currently caring for infants.

Currently, children are using the back yard for outdoor play. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced. LPA observed that the outdoor yard has toys and other materials for children to play with. LPA did observe any objects that can pose a danger to children on the outdoor yard. LPA observed paint cans and other material not intended for children. LPA did not observe children outside. Per Licensee, she has been cleaning and fixing up the backyard and no children have been back there during this time. There are no pools or spas, or other bodies of water. There are no pets on the premises.

The licensee and other personnel have completed training on preventive health practices including Pediatric First Aid and CPR. The licensee's Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires on 11/2019.

Children’s records were reviewed, child is new, because it is his first day there were no records to review yet.

The licensee does not have proof of all immunization's. LPA observed that the Licensee does not have proof of the Mandated Reporter AB 1207 compliant Child Care Training Certificate on file.

LPA issued a Confidential Names List (LIC 811) to the licensee which documents staff and children’s files reviewed during this inspection. All homes shall conduct fire and disaster drills at least once every six months and document the date and time of each drill. Last drill documented was conducted on 8/21/19. ------Page 2
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Denise GibbsTELEPHONE: (323) 558-2794
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/26/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/26/2019
LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)
Page: 2 of 7
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: HEARD FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197420083
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 08/26/2019
Deficiency Type
POC Due Date /
Section Number
DEFICIENCIES
PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
Type B
09/26/2019
Section Cited

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Employees or volunteers at day care center; immunization requirements; records; exemptions
Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
influenza, pertussis, and measles.
This requirment was not met be licensee failing to provide proof of pertussis immunization. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
Type B
09/26/2019
Section Cited

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Operation of a Family Child Care Home
The home shall contain a fire extinguisher which meet standards established by the State Fire Marshal.
This requirment was not met be licensee failing to provide proof of service tag
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
or purcahse receipt. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
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: Denise GibbsTELEPHONE: (323) 558-2794
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/26/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/26/2019
LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)
Page: 5 of 7