197493827-11-30-2023-54-CC-RDEO-CY3SJS-20231130125538

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197493827
Report Date: 11/30/2023
Date Signed: 11/30/2023 12:56:02 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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	ESCOLERO FAMILY CHILD CARE		FACILITY NUMBER:	197493827
ADMINISTRATOR:	SILVESTRE DE ESCOLERO, RUT		FACILITY TYPE:	810
ADDRESS:			TELEPHONE:	(323) 679-5917
CITY:	LOS ANGELES	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90062
CAPACITY:	14	CENSUS: 7	DATE:	11/30/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:30 AM
MET WITH:	Licensee Ruth De Escolero		TIME COMPLETED:	01:20 PM

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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	Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) R. Derraco conducted an unannounced required 3-year inspection to the above facility on 11/30/23. LPA arrived at the facility at 9:30 AM and met with licensee, Ruth De Escolero, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. Also present during this inspection were two assistants and liceness's son. Per Licensee, there are 18 children that are currently enrolled. There were 7 children present upon arrival. This is a one-story home which consists of 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen/dining room, living room, a detached garage, front yard and backyard (fenced). The off limit areas include 2 bedrooms, front yard, and detached garage. The main care area is located in the living room. LPA observed two couches, a flat screen television, a child sized table, child sized chairs, storage bins, age appropriate toys, an air conditioning unit built into the wall, and board games. Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent’s Rights Poster and the Facility License were observed to be posted in the main care area. A children's tension gate was observed to separate the main care area from the kitchen/dining room area. The licensee states that she provides food for children in care. LPA observed a counter space used for children when taking meals, a dining table with chairs, a water cooler jug and an infant crib. LPA did not observe any sharp objects to be accessible in the kitchen area. Cleaning supplies and hornet spray were observed to be stored above the refrigerator. LPA reminded licensee that poisons need to be locked, not just made inaccessible. LPA advised licensee that a citation under California Code of Regulation (CCR) section 102417(g)(4)(A) will be issued. A second tension gate was observed to separate the kitchen/dining room area from the hallway leading to the off limit bedrooms. Both doors to the off limit bedrooms were observed to be closed. The bathroom designated for children in care was observed to have an operable sink, faucet and toilet. Locks were observed beneath the bathroom sink. The outdoor play area is located at the side of the home and the backyard. Children access the outdoor play area by exiting out the front door and walking to the side of the home through a gate. LPA observed perimeter (page 1 of 4)

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Denise Gibbs	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Randy Derraco	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3431
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/30/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/30/2023

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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: ESCOLERO FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197493827
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 11/30/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

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 and record review, the licensee's son did not obtain criminal record clearance or an exemption from the State Department of Social Services prior to employment, residence, or initial presence in the facility. which poses an immediate Health, safety and/or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 12/01/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Licensee will have her son re-fingerprinted to obtain backround clearance.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
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	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
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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: Denise Gibbs	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Randy Derraco	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3431
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/30/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/30/2023

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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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: ESCOLERO FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197493827
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 11/30/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

102417(g)(4)(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: (4) 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. (A) Storage areas for poisons, firearms and other dangerous weapons shall be locked. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee did not store poisons in a locked area which poses a potential Health, safety and/or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 12/11/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Licensee will lock poisons and send LPA a picture

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

102416(c)

Personnel Requirements

(c) The licensee and other personnel as specified shall complete training on preventive health practices, including pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first aid, pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee did not renew pediatric first aid and CPR training which poses a potential Health, safety and/or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 12/11/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Licensee states she will send LPA a copy of her completed and updated Pediatric First Aid and CPR training certificate.

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: Denise Gibbs	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Randy Derraco	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3431
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/30/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/30/2023

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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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: ESCOLERO FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197493827
	VISIT DATE: 11/30/2023

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fencing and shade provided by pop up tents in the outdoor play area. Additional age appropriate toys, outdoor play equipment, and a picnic table was observed in the backyard. Per licensee, the detached garage is used for storage. LPA observed an air conditioning unit mounted to the window of the detached garage. During inspection of the detached garage, licensee's son (S4) was observed in the area with a pet dog. Per S4, background clearance request was sent in 01/2022. LPA advised licensee that S4 was not on the current roster. LPA also reviewed Guardian website for facility roster, which shows that S4 is "Not Eligible - Determination Closed". LPA advised licensee that a citation under Health and Safety Code (HSC) section 1596.871(c)(1)(A) will be issued. Per licensee, she states S4 has been living in the home since 08/2023. LPA advised licensee that the citation will also come with a Civil Penalty of $500.

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.

All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety,
comfort, and cleanliness. Per licensee, isolation area for children showing signs of illness will be located in dining room while they await parent pick up. Licensee states that there are no firearms stored in the home. There is telephone service via a cellphone that is used and the cellphone stays at the facility during operation hours. A wall heater was observed in the hallway. The wall heater was observed to be covered and made inaccessible for children in care. The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 01/20/23, as indicated on service tag. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. LPA did not observe the following items during the inspection: Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs. Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes in the home. No bodies of water were observed in the back yard play area. LPA observed a pet dog on the premises.

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-and-resources/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
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Denise Gibbs	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Randy Derraco	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3431
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/30/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/30/2023

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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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: ESCOLERO FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197493827
	VISIT DATE: 11/30/2023

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equipment.

The licensee and other personnel have completed training on preventive health practices including Pediatric First Aid and CPR, however the training expired on 10/2023. Licensee states that she is scheduled to complete the Pediatric First Aid and CPR class on 12/02/23. LPA advised licensee that a citation under CCR section 102416(c) will be issued. LPA observed that the Licensee and assistants have proof of the Mandated Reporter AB 1207 compliant Child Care Training Certificate on file. File review was observed to have proper mandated immunization records. Children’s records were reviewed, including emergency information and were observed to be complete. A current children’s roster was available for review.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS):
IMS was discussed with licensee. 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.

LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates online at: www.cdss.ca.gov.

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.

LPA Randy Derraco informed licensee Ruth De Escolero that this report dated 11/30/23 documents one Type A citation 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 Randy Derraco informed the licensee Ruth Escolero to provide a copy of this licensing report dated (page 3 of 4)

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Denise Gibbs	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Randy Derraco	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3431
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/30/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/30/2023

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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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: ESCOLERO FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197493827
	VISIT DATE: 11/30/2023

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11/20/23 that documents any Type A citation 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.

LPA used language link to provide translation services. Language link representative name: Bricia; ID#14567

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

Exit interview conducted, appeal rights provided and report was reviewed with the licensee Ruth De Escolero

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Denise Gibbs	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3385
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Randy Derraco	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3431
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/30/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/30/2023

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