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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197493293
Report Date: 07/03/2024
Date Signed: 07/03/2024 02:55:19 PM


Document Has Been Signed on 07/03/2024 02:55 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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245



FACILITY NAME:GAL FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
197493293
ADMINISTRATOR:GAL, ESTHERFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(818) 635-9059
CITY:SHERMAN OAKSSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91403
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: 12DATE:
07/03/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
01:40 PM
MET WITH:Esther Gal, LicenseeTIME COMPLETED:
03:15 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tatiana Bickham conducted an unannounced annual required inspection at the above facility on 07/03/2024 at 1:40 PM. Upon arrival, LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and met with Esther Gal Licenses, who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Entrance Checklist – Family Child Care Homes LIC 126 was provided to the Licensee’s to help facilitate the inspection. Also present were Licensee’s two assistants. There were (twelve) 12 day care children present during today’s inspection. Per Licensee, there are currently (twelve) 12 children enrolled. Facility capacity is in compliance for a large Family Child Care Home. Hours of operation are Mon-Thurs 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM and Friday 8:00 Am – 3:00 PM.

LPA toured the home inside and outside. This is a one-story home which consists of 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, living/dining room, kitchen, a detached garage converted to an activity room, front yard and backyard (fenced).



Per Licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: Master bedroom (locked), kitchen, and front yard.

Per Licensee, areas that are accessible to children include: Living room/ dinning room, bedroom #2, bathroom, garage (classroom) and backyard. The bathroom that children use is located at the end of the hall next to the master bedroom and was observed to be clean and free of hazards.

Food is provided by Licensee. Licensee was reminded if children bring food from home, it must be labeled with the child’s name and properly stored or refrigerated.

Individuals residing in the home have been discussed and noted. All adults present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Raul NavarroTELEPHONE: (424) -30-3072
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tatiana BickhamTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3023
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/03/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/03/2024
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: GAL FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197493293
VISIT DATE: 07/03/2024
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All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. The following was observed and reviewed during this inspection:

LPA reviewed required posted documentation for Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form. Facility records were reviewed for LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan and Disaster drill log, last drill conducted on June 4, 2024.

Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. Fire extinguisher indicated fully charged and was serviced within the year. The home maintains telephone service via cell phone. The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are toys and other age-appropriate materials available for children. LPA observed that detergents, cleaning compounds and medication are stored in kitchen on the top shelf, inaccessible to children. Licensee states that there are no poisons stored in the home and understands that all poisons must be lock, not only inaccessible to children. Isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked up is either in the classroom or the living room, away from the other children. Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home.

Infant Care: Per Licensee, no children under the age of 3 are enrolled.

Overnight Care: Per Licensee, no overnight care is provided.

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 not observe any objects that could be hazardous to children in care. There are no pools or spas, or other bodies of water.



Children’s records were reviewed for (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, Immunizations Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents’ Rights.

Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, LIC-501: Personnel Record, LIC 508-Criminal Record Statement, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, Proof of immunizations against
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Raul NavarroTELEPHONE: (424) -30-3072
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tatiana BickhamTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3023
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/03/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/03/2024
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: GAL FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197493293
VISIT DATE: 07/03/2024
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measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate.

— Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires: 03/2025
— Mandated Reporter AB1207 expired: 06/2025

During inspection all children were observed to be treated with dignity and respect, they were observed to be receiving safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment, and free from corporal and/or unusual punishment.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS): 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 Center and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

Licensee 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 clearance or exemption, prior to 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.

Licensee was reminded of their responsibility to report suspected child abuse. Mandatory Forms for the children’s files and provider’s files were discussed.



Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Raul NavarroTELEPHONE: (424) -30-3072
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tatiana BickhamTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3023
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/03/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/03/2024
LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: GAL FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197493293
VISIT DATE: 07/03/2024
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The licensee was advised the Notice of Site Visit must be posted at the entrance of the facility for a period of 30 days. If a serious violation is cited, (Type A violation), a copy of the licensing report (LIC809 or LIC9099) must also be posted for 30 days. If these requirements are not met, civil penalties in the amount of $100 per violation will be assessed. The applicant was made aware that a licensee may file an appeal, in writing 15 business days from the date of receiving the penalty assessment.

During the exit interview, the LICENSEE, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.

The facility was found in compliance per Title 22 regulations, there will be no deficiencies cited today, 07/03/X24.


To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process.

Exit interview was conducted with Licensee, and a copy of the report was given.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Raul NavarroTELEPHONE: (424) -30-3072
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tatiana BickhamTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3023
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/03/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/03/2024
LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)
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