198014746-9-20-2022-33-CC-MJAA-CJFPLH-20220920112447

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198014746
Report Date: 09/20/2022
Date Signed: 09/20/2022 11:25:00 AM

Document Has Been Signed on 09/20/2022 11:25 AM - 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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	ORTEGA FAMILY CHILD CARE		FACILITY NUMBER:	198014746
ADMINISTRATOR:	GLADYS ORTEGA		FACILITY TYPE:	810
ADDRESS:			TELEPHONE:	(626) 638-2473
CITY:	LA PUENTE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91744
CAPACITY:	14	CENSUS: 4	DATE:	09/20/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:05 AM
MET WITH:	Gladys Ortega, Licensee		TIME COMPLETED:	11:45 AM

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(Inspection was conducted in Spanish)

On September 20, 2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Monique Ayala conducted an unannounced Required 1 Year inspection at the above facility. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. Upon arrival LPA was greeted by licensee, Gladys Ortega. Also present in the home was licensee's assistant Yesenia Urbina. Per licensee there are 3 dogs residing in the home that have current vaccinations, 1 tortoise and birds; all pets remain in off limits area during day care hours. Per licensee there are 13 children enrolled, LPA observed 4 children in care. Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday, 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM, licensee at times provides overnight care.

This is a single story house with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathroom, enclosed patio, attached garage that remains locked at all times, laundry area with chemicals and cleaning compounds inaccessible to children in care, living room, dining room, kitchen, front yard and completely fenced rear yard.

The day care takes place in living room, dining room, hallway bathroom, bedroom #1, enclosed patio and rear yard. The home is clean, orderly, comfortable, and well ventilated.

Licensee's poisons, detergent, cleaning compounds, medications and other items which could pose a danger to child are stored where they are inaccessible to children. LPA observed working smoke detector and Carbon Monoxide, fully charged fire extinguisher, and working telephone.

There are several age-appropriate toys and a first aid kit on the premises. Per the licensee, there are no firearms on the premises. The licensee has current first aid and cpr that expires on 06/19/2023.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana Chico	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Jessica Ayala	TELEPHONE: 323-981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/20/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/20/2022

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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: ORTEGA FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198014746
	VISIT DATE: 09/20/2022

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The licensee has completed the online mandated reporter training at www.mandatedreporterca.com.
All childcare employees must complete mandated reporter training within 30 days of hire and renew training every two years.

LPA reviewed 10 children files that have all of the required documents and 2 staff files that have all of the required documents. Per the licensee, fire and disaster drills are conducted every month; last drill documented and conducted on 08/04/2022.

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 was advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC624B.

The licensee was informed of the responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hot-line at 1-800-540-4000. Also call the CCL office and follow up with a written Unusual Incident/Injury Report (LIC 624B).

The licensee was informed that the presence of adults in the home without Criminal Record Clearance or Exemption will be cited and civil penalty assessed for $100 per day. The licensee may find additional information and forms on the DSS website at www.ccld.ca.gov including information on the Live Scan application (LIC 9163). Appointments can be made for Live Scan at 1-800-315-4507

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana Chico	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Jessica Ayala	TELEPHONE: 323-981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/20/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/20/2022

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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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: ORTEGA FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198014746
	VISIT DATE: 09/20/2022

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Licensee has the required documents posted in the FCCH; Facility License (LIC 203), Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610a), Notification of Parents' Rights Poster (PUB 394).

The following was discussed with the licensee:

Capacity requirements, Roster requirements, Posting requirements, Documentation requirements for disaster drills (fire and earthquake). Mandatory Forms for the children’s files and provider’s files, and Safe Sleep Awareness. The role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were reviewed. Licensee was reminded that supervision is always required to children in care.

Licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. Licensee was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. Licensing must always have the facility’s phone number; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified.

Regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco in a private residence that is licensed as a family childcare home and in those areas of the family day care home where children are present (24/7 ban). State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers and any other items that fall into that category.

--Licensee was advised to visit the CCL website (www.ccld.ca.gov) to obtain updates of courses and updates/changes to the regulations.

-- Our Quarterly updates come out every 3 months they are also now in Spanish please log in to the CCLD website or you can email our advocates to have the quarterly updates send directly to your email. Child Care Advocates information: www.childcareadvocatesprogram@cdss.ca.gov

The on Duty Worker is available for questions Monday through Friday at (323) 981-3350 from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

A copy of Safe Sleep Regulations was provided to Licensee. LPA provided consultation during inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with Title 22 Regulation, no citations.

An exit Interview was conducted, a copy of this Report and a Notice of Site visit was provided to the licensee.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana Chico	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Jessica Ayala	TELEPHONE: 323-981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/20/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/20/2022

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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