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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198007994
Report Date: 03/09/2023
Date Signed: 03/09/2023 03:32:10 PM


Document Has Been Signed on 03/09/2023 03:32 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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754



FACILITY NAME:GARCIA FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
198007994
ADMINISTRATOR:GARCIA, MAXIMINAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(310) 549-6065
CITY:CARSONSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90745
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: 7DATE:
03/09/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
01:20 PM
MET WITH:Maximina GarciaTIME COMPLETED:
03:51 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Raul Navarro conducted an unannounced annual required inspection at the above facility on 03/09/2023 at 2:32 PM. LPA met with Licensee Maximina Garcia who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. There were seven children and 2 adults present when LPA arrived. Facility capacity is in compliance for a Large Family Child Care Home. Hours of operation are Mon-Fri 6:00 AM - 6:00PM.

This is a two story home which consists of five bedrooms and three bathrooms. Areas used by the children include the living room, three bedrooms, one restroom, dining room, and back yard. Per Licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: second floor, two bedrooms, two restrooms, kitchen, and garage. Per Licensee, the children only pass through the kitchen to get to the dining room. 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. 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 and Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights. Facility records were reviewed for LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan and Disaster drill log, last drill conducted on February 2023.

Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. Fire extinguisher indicated fully charged and was purchased within the year. The home maintains telephone service via land line and cell phone. The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are toys and other age appropriate material available for children. Fireplace is screened to prevent access by children. Stairs leading to the second floor are also made inaccessible with a baby gate.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 980-4934
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Raul NavarroTELEPHONE: 323-981-3388
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/09/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/09/2023
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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: GARCIA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198007994
VISIT DATE: 03/09/2023
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 LPA observed that detergents, cleaning compounds and medication are 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 in the classroom/bedroom, away from the other children. Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home.

Currently Licensee cares for two infants. LPA observed cribs visible in two bedrooms. Napping equipment does not block entrances or exits. Infant mattresses were observed to be firm with tightly fitted sheets. LPA did not observe loose object, bumpers, objects hanging, or objects attached to the cribs. Per Licensee wet or soiled sheets are washed immediately. Each infant has their own crib and bedding. Bedding is washed weekly. LPA informed Licensee of the new Safe sleep regulations, including LIC 9227 Infant Sleep Plan for infants under 12 months and 15 minute sleep check documentation for infants 0-24 months. Licensee is not providing over night care at this time.

Currently, children are using the front yard for outdoor play. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced. LPA's observed that the outdoor yard has toys and other materials for children to play with. LPA's 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, Immunization Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents’ Rights, LIC 9227- Infant sleep form (0-12 months, and documentation of 15-minute Infant Sleep Check (0-24 months)

Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, LIC 508 Criminal Record Statement, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, Proof of immunization against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate.

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.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 980-4934
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Raul NavarroTELEPHONE: 323-981-3388
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2023
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: GARCIA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198007994
VISIT DATE: 03/09/2023
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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 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.

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.

At this time, the Licensee is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Maximina Garcia . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

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.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 980-4934
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Raul NavarroTELEPHONE: 323-981-3388
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2023
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