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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198009512
Report Date: 09/01/2021
Date Signed: 09/01/2021 10:33:15 AM

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:RIVAS FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
198009512
ADMINISTRATOR:RIVAS, LAURAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(562) 863-7616
CITY:NORWALKSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90650
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: 3DATE:
09/01/2021
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:25 AM
MET WITH:Laura Rivas, LicenseeTIME COMPLETED:
11:00 AM
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Visit Conducted in English

An unannounced Required One Year Inspection was conducted by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) A. Lucero. LPA met with licensee Laura Rivas who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a single story, three bedroom, three bathroom home. Adults residing in the home have been noted. No other adults were observed to be in the home at the time of inspection.

Per Licensee, the areas accessible to children in care are the den that has been converted into day care purposes, one bathroom located next to den, and back yard. Per Licensee, areas off limits to children in care are the kitchen, all bedrooms including master bedroom with master bath, bathroom located in hallway, living room (living room only accessible in passing), attached garage, and front yard.

Licensee states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. LPA did not observe swimming pools or spas on the premises. The backyard is adequately fenced. There are age appropriate toys and equipment on the premises. The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are present in the facility and in operational condition. Fire extinguisher has been serviced in February 2021. LPA observed a barricaded fireplace, a children's gate at the entrance of the kitchen and a children's gate at the doorway of the den that leads to the living room to prevent children from gaining access to the rest of the home.

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
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Valarie CookTELEPHONE: (323) 513-3858
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Armando J LuceroTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3435
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/01/2021
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/01/2021
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: RIVAS FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198009512
VISIT DATE: 09/01/2021
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LPA observed Adult and Pediatric CPR/First Aid issued by the American Red Cross completed on 02/04/2021 and stated that it is valid for two years. Child Care Roster and Disaster Plan were observed. Children's Records were reviewed and discussed.

The following was discussed with the Licensee:

Individuals who are 18 years of age or older living in the home must obtain a criminal record clearance. Individuals within one month of their 18th birthday must be fingerprinted immediately. Failure to obtain a criminal record background check clearances prior to initial presence in the home will result in an immediate $100.00 dollar or more per day Civil Penalty.

In the absence of the Licensee, a qualified adult must be present supervising the children; a qualified adult is an individual who has a valid and current adult/infant CPR & Pediatric First Aid certification and a valid criminal record clearance associated to the facility license.

A current roster of children enrolled must be available and maintained for a period of three years, even after children no longer are attending the facility. Annual fees must be paid promptly and by the due date or a late fee shall be assessed and/or the License shall be terminated.

The fire extinguisher type 2A-10BC must be serviced annually or as often as necessary. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors should be checked and batteries replaced as needed. Changes should be reported to the Department as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your home.

Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing. Fire and safety drills must be performed every six months and documented for review by the Department. Smoking is prohibited in a family child care home. Children and Staff records must be maintained and updated as needed and must be available for review by the Department.

All adults living and working in the home shall be made of aware of the Departments right to inspection authority, which includes but not limited to the right to enter the home when children are being cared for, interview children and adults and review documentation.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Valarie CookTELEPHONE: (323) 513-3858
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Armando J LuceroTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3435
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/01/2021
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/01/2021
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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: RIVAS FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198009512
VISIT DATE: 09/01/2021
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Baby walkers, saucer chairs, bouncers or any similar items are prohibited. Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and Never-Shake-a-Baby were discussed.

· Dog(s) and/or pets should be isolated from children in care.
· It is recommended that First-Aid kits be available on premises.
· Outdoor supervision required at all times. If outdoor area not adequately fenced, provider must be with children at all times when outdoors.

These forms may also be downloaded from our website: www.ccld.ca.gov

There were no deficiencies cited during today's visit in accordance to the California Code of Regulations Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1

Upon receipt of this report, the Licensee shall post the Notice of Site Visit and any Licensing report documenting a type “A” deficiency. The report and the Notice of Site Visit shall be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting as required, will result in an immediate $100 civil penalty.

Exit interview, copy of report was given. Appeal rights were issued and discussed.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Valarie CookTELEPHONE: (323) 513-3858
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Armando J LuceroTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3435
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/01/2021
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/01/2021
LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)
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