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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198005863
Report Date: 07/12/2021
Date Signed: 07/12/2021 02:23:00 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:	GARCIA FAMILY CHILD CARE		FACILITY NUMBER:	198005863
ADMINISTRATOR:	GARCIA, ANTONIA		FACILITY TYPE:	810
ADDRESS:			TELEPHONE:	(310) 532-1382
CITY:	CARSON	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90746
CAPACITY:	14	CENSUS: 8	DATE:	07/12/2021
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	01:10 PM
MET WITH:	Antonia Garcia, Licensee		TIME COMPLETED:	02:40 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	**** THIS INSPECTION WAS CONDUCTED IN SPANISH** Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Susann Sanchez conducted an unannounced random inspection to the above facility. LPA met with Antonia Garcia, Licensee who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. Also present during this inspection was Licensee’s Assistant. The licensee states that she currently has 12 children enrolled and 8 (5 school age 3 children) were present during inspection. The children’s roster is available and is current. This is a one-story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen (with dining area), living room, family room (day-care room), activity room, office, garage, front yard, and backyard (fenced). The children use both bathrooms, family room,, activity room, and backyard. Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: all bedrooms, office, kitchen (only to walk to the restroom with adult), living room, garage, and front yard. The licensee provides food for children in care. The licensee states that 1 adults and 0 children currently live in the home. Licensee states that she currently has two 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. Per licensee, there are no weapons, firearms or bodies of water on the premises. All areas identified on the facility sketch that children use, were inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, ventilation and heating (central). The following was observed and reviewed during this inspection. PHYSICAL PLANT** Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which could pose a danger are inaccessible to children. Poisons and cleaning compounds are kept in the garage.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Valarie Cook	TELEPHONE: (323) 513-3858
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Susann Sanchez	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3366
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/12/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/12/2021

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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: GARCIA FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198005863
	VISIT DATE: 07/12/2021

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The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was purchased on 02/07/2021, as indicated on the receipt. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. The licensee and Pediatric First Aid and CPR. The licensee's Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires on 07/13/2022. There are first aid supplies available. 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 06/07/2021.

The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There is heating and ventilation for safety and comfort (central). There are toys available for children. The licensee states that there is a land line on the premises and cell phone is used and stays at the facility during operating hours. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced. At this time, children are using the back yard for outdoor play time.

The licensee is observed to be operating within the license capacity limitations. Children’s records were reviewed, including but not limited to, a copy of the emergency information card that contains all the information specified by regulation.

H&S 1597.622: Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family day care home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. The licensee does have proof of immunization against influenza, pertussis, and measles.

PETS: There are no pets on the premises.

POSTING REQUIREMENTS: Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent’s Rights Poster and the Facility License are observed to be posted in the entrance of the home and in the family room.

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. DO NOT SLEEP INFANTS IN CAR SEATS. SMOKING IS PROHIBITED IN A LICENSED FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME.

LPA discussed Department of Public Health, Early Care and Education Guidance COVID-19 recommendations. Per Licensee she is still following COVID19 guidelines and uses best practice.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Valarie Cook	TELEPHONE: (323) 513-3858
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Susann Sanchez	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3366
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/12/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/12/2021

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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: GARCIA FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198005863
	VISIT DATE: 07/12/2021

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Infant Care: Licensee states that she is currently not caring for infants. LPA advised the licensee when she does have infants, to sleep infants where they can be directly supervised at all times and advised the licensee against sleeping infants in a separate room. 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. LPA consulted and explained Child Abuse Reporting, Updated Patent’s Rights Poster with Complaint Hotline information, Never Shake a Baby, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), and Safe Sleeping practices. LPA discussed Safe Sleep regulations and practices. LPA reviewed SIDs and Never Shake A Baby information. Infants should sleep mouth up, on their backs, free of clutter surrounding their sleeping space. PIN 20-24 was given and explained.

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 how to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on line at: www.ccld.ca.govAB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – Implementation was discussed with Licensee. Website provided: http://mandatedreporterca.com/. Licensee took the Mandated Reporter training and will expire on 08/11/2022.

Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing. (use LIC624B for written report). Licensees shall reveal each facility license number in all advertisements, publications, or announcements made with the intent to attract clients.

At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. No deficiencies cited.
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 the Licensee, Antonia Garcia. Appeal Rights were given and explained.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Valarie Cook	TELEPHONE: (323) 513-3858
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Susann Sanchez	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3366
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/12/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/12/2021

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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