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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198006378
Report Date: 06/29/2023
Date Signed: 06/29/2023 03:44:36 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 S WEST, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754



FACILITY NAME:TORRES FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
198006378
ADMINISTRATOR:TORRES, PATRICIAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(323) 266-4736
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90023
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: 1DATE:
06/29/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
01:00 PM
MET WITH:Patricia Torres, Licensee TIME COMPLETED:
04:00 PM
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On 06/29/2023 at 1:15 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA)Katrina Chicote conducted an Unannounced Required – 1 Year inspection to the above facility. Upon arrival, LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and met with Licensee, Patricia Torres, who granted entry to facility and guided the LPA into the home. Adults in the home were discussed and all have criminal record clearance. There was one day care child present during today’s inspection. Licensee states that there are currently four children enrolled, which includes one infant. The children's roster was reviewed and is current. LPA discussed required postings with Licensee and provided LIC 126 upon entry. LPA reviewed disaster drill log and observed last disaster drill conducted on 10/05/2022. Licensee confirms this was the last time drill was conducted.

This is a single-story home which consists of two bedrooms and two bathrooms, Kitchen, Diving Room, Living Room, and Day Care Room. Areas used by the children include the Day Care Room (located in the rear of the home) and Bathroom 1 (located next to Kitchen). Licensee states that children enter areas used by the children through side yard. Per Licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include entire front of the home which includes Bedroom 1, Dining Room, Living Room and Bedroom 2 and Bathroom 1. LPA observed that there is a low gate blocking access to front of the home and off-limit Bedroom 2 and Bathroom 2 was locked at time of inspection making it off limits. LPA observed off limits areas at time of inspection.

All areas identified on the facility sketch as accessible to children were inspected to ensure that they are clean and orderly with ventilation and heating for the safety of the children. LPA observed A/C wall units and ceiling fans through out home. There is a working telephone maintained in the home. At 1:17 PM, LPA observed Day Care Room to have child size tables and chairs, shelves filled with books, puzzles, infant toys, wooden and soft blocks, wooden play kitchen, and other age appropriate toys available for children. LPA observed a wooden crib for infant sleep in corner of play area. At 1:19 PM, LPA inspected Kitchen area and did not observe any hazards at time of inspection. At 1:20 PM, LPA observed Bathroom 2 to have operable toilet and sink, adequate hand washing and toileting supplies. LPA discussed hazards observed in Bathroom 2 that were removed by Licensee during inspection. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Katrina ChicoteTELEPHONE: (323) 629-7658
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/29/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/29/2023
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 S WEST, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: TORRES FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198006378
VISIT DATE: 06/29/2023
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other items which can pose a danger to children are inaccessible. At 1:21 PM, LPA observed these items stored in shower in Bathroom 2 that has operable child safety lock up high. LPA observed knives stored in a box in high Kitchen cabinet. The Licensee was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care.

Per Licensee, the children will have access to backyard area for outdoor play which is accessible through sliding door in Day Care Room. At 1:27 PM, LPA observed backyard to be completely shaded and has concrete and adequate perimeter fencing through-out the yard. LPA observed a large dog in backyard kept in side areas of backyard made off limits by gates. LPA observed a leather couch in backyard that was covered with blanket. LPA observed plastic ride along cars, tricycles, basketball hoop, plastic dramatic play kitchens, painting easel and other age appropriate toys free of loose and sharp parts available for the children.

Per Licensee, they provide food to children in care and use Day Care Room for eating. LPA observed child size table and chairs available for eating.

Per Licensee, there are no weapons, firearms in the home and there are no bodies of water around the premises. LPA observation did not see any bodies of water around the premises or firearms/weapons at time of inspection.

At 1:19 PM, LPA observed the valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged with service tag dated 09/02/2021. LPA tested smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to be in operable condition at time of inspection. LPA observed First Aid kit kept on Kitchen counter and was inventoried for necessary supplies. The Licensee has current Pediatric First Aid and CPR valid until 05/28/2024. Proof of immunization against influenza and pertussis was readily available during today's inspection. Licensee has not taken the required AB1207 Mandated Reporter Training at time of inspection.

The following were discussed:
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. LPA discussed the influenza waiver during the visit.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Katrina ChicoteTELEPHONE: (323) 629-7658
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/29/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/29/2023
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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 S WEST, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: TORRES FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198006378
VISIT DATE: 06/29/2023
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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

Licensee (or facility representative) 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.

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: http://www.mandatedreporterca.com/

Rooms that are off-limits need to be made inaccessible during operating hours. NO smoking, NO infant walkers, NO Johnny jumpers, NO saucer chairs, NO incline sleepers and any other item that falls into that category are permitted in the facility.



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 equipment.

MyChildCarePlan.org – Centers and Family Child Care Homes Licensee [or facility representative] was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Megan’s Law - Family Child Care Homes
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Katrina ChicoteTELEPHONE: (323) 629-7658
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/29/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/29/2023
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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 S WEST, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: TORRES FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198006378
VISIT DATE: 06/29/2023
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To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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/inspection-process.

Based on this information, the following deficiencies on the attached LIC 809D 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.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Patricia Torres.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Katrina ChicoteTELEPHONE: (323) 629-7658
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/29/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/29/2023
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Document Has Been Signed on 06/29/2023 03:44 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MONTEREY PARK S WEST, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754


FACILITY NAME: TORRES FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198006378

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 06/29/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102417(g)(1)
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: (1) Fireplaces and open face heaters shall be screened to prevent access by children. The home shall contain a fire extinguisher and smoke detector device which meet standards established by the State Fire Marshall.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on LPA record review, Licensee did not have fire extinguisher servied annually or proof of purchase within the year. This poses a potential health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care.
POC Due Date: 07/31/2023
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Licensee states she will have fire extinguisher serviced and provide photo proof to LPA by POC date via email/text.
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.8662(b)(1)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on LPA record review and interview, Licensee did not complete required AB1207 Mandated Reporter training at time of inspection. This poses a potential health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care.
POC Due Date: 07/31/2023
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Licensee states she will provide proof of completion of training by POC date to LPA via email/text.
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: Katrina ChicoteTELEPHONE: (323) 629-7658
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/29/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/29/2023
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