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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198005398
Report Date: 02/19/2020
Date Signed: 02/19/2020 03:43:27 PM

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:LEON FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
198005398
ADMINISTRATOR:AIDA LEONFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(562) 925-3365
CITY:BELLFLOWERSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90706
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: 4DATE:
02/19/2020
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
11:30 AM
MET WITH:Aida LeonTIME COMPLETED:
02:15 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPAs) Elka Chavez and Denise Gibbs conducted an unannounced annual inspection in Spanish. LPAs met with Licensee, Aida Leon, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. Also present during this inspection was Licensee Assistant, Nathalie Felix. There were 4 children present, 2 being infants. Licensee states that there are currently 6 children enrolled, children's roster was not available. Licensee stated that one of the children in care ripped it off of the wall. Per licensee operating hours are from 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Monday - Friday.

This is a single story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room, children's play room, detached garage and backyard (fenced). LPAs observed gardening tools in the backyard. Care is mainly provided in the day care space located in the rear of the home. Licensee has a child proof gate isolating the remainder of the home. Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: the three bedrooms, bathroom located next to the bedrooms, living room and kitchen. The licensee provides food for children in care. The licensee states that 2 adults live in the home.

Licensee states that she currently has one assistant. All individuals present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed home. LPA did not observe immunization records for Licensee and Assistant. The LPAs toured all areas used by children during this visit. Areas accessible to children were inspected to ensure that they are clean and orderly with ventilation and heating for safety and comfort. There is a working telephone service maintained in the home. LPA's observed the detached garage to be unlocked. Licensee stated that she had just arrived from the grocery store and was in the process of putting things away in the second refrigerator located in the detached garage.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Elka ChavezTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2020
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, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: LEON FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198005398
VISIT DATE: 02/19/2020
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Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which can pose a danger to children are inaccessible in all areas of the home. The licensee does understand that poison must be locked with a key or combination lock. LPA's observed a bottle of RAID in a top cabinet in the kitchen where cleaning supplies are kept. The top cabinet is not accessible to children in care

Per licensee, there are no weapons, firearms or bodies of water on the premises. There were safe toys, play equipment and materials observed for children. Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent’s Rights Poster and the Facility License are observed to be posted. Children’s records were reviewed to ensure that each child has an Identification and Emergency form and Consent for Medical Treatment on file. The valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged last service date 03/4/2019. Smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector were tested and are in operable condition. All homes shall conduct fire and disaster drills at least once every six months and document the date and time of each drill. LPA did not observe a disaster drill. Licensee stated that she was trying to obtain a copy online. The licensee has current Pediatric First Aid and CPR, which will expire 10/2021.

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

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 .

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Elka ChavezTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2020
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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, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: LEON FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198005398
VISIT DATE: 02/19/2020
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PROHIBITED: Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs, Trampolines and/or any other item that falls into these categories are not permitted in a family child care facility. SMOKING IS PROHIBITED IN A LICENSED FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME.

Infant Care: Licensee states that she is currently caring for infants. LPA advised the licensee to sleep infants where they can be directly supervised at all times and advised the licensee against sleeping infants in a separate room. LPA advised the licensee how to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.cdss.ca.gov

LPA issued a Confidential Names List (LIC 811) to the licensee which documents staff and children’s files reviewed during this inspection.

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 Aida Leon. The Licensee was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these forms.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Elka ChavezTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2020
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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, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: LEON FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198005398
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 02/19/2020
Deficiency Type
POC Due Date /
Section Number
DEFICIENCIES
PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
Request Denied
Type B
02/20/2020
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Operation of a Family Child Care Home.
All homes shall have a current roster of the children. The requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Licensee not being able to provide a chidlren's roster. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.
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Request Denied
Type B
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Section Cited

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Operation of a Family Child Care Home. The home shall be free from defects or conditions which might endanger a child. Safety precautions shall include but not be limited to: ..Each family child care home shall conduct fire drills and disaster drills at least once every.The requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Licensee not being able to proviode a fire drill log. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.
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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: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Elka ChavezTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/19/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/19/2020
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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, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: LEON FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198005398
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 02/19/2020
Deficiency Type
POC Due Date /
Section Number
DEFICIENCIES
PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
Request Denied
Type B
03/20/2020
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1596.7995 Employees or volunteers at day care center; immunization requirements; ..(a) (1) 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 influenza, pertussis, and measles. The requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Licensee not being able to provide copies of the immunizations for her assistant, Nathalie and herself. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.
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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: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Elka ChavezTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/19/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/19/2020
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