198018224-7-18-2024-33-CC-LBAK-D7ARAZ-20240718125159

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198018224
Report Date: 07/18/2024
Date Signed: 07/18/2024 12:52:09 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 07/18/2024 12:52 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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	SMITH FAMILY CHILD CARE		FACILITY NUMBER:	198018224
ADMINISTRATOR:	SMITH, HARRIET		FACILITY TYPE:	810
ADDRESS:			TELEPHONE:	(562) 756-3332
CITY:	WHITTIER	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90602
CAPACITY:	14	CENSUS: 4	DATE:	07/18/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	10:30 AM
MET WITH:	Licensee, Harriet Smith		TIME COMPLETED:	01:15 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	At 10:30 am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lilli Babcock conducted an unannounced annual inspection to the above facility. A COVID risk assessment was conducted. LPA met with Licensee, Harriet Smith, to whom the reason for the visit was explained. Per Licensee, there are 4 children currently enrolled. There were 4 children present upon arrival. The licensee was observed to be operating within the license capacity limitations. The licensee states that 2 adults and no children currently live in the home. Per Licensee, there are no assistants in the facility. All adults living in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance. This is a one-story home which consists of living room, dining room, family room, kitchen, dining nook, pantry/laundry room, 2 bedrooms, office, 3 bathrooms, front yard, backyard, and detached garage which includes a bedroom and no bathroom. Tenant living in detached garage is fingerprint cleared and associated. Childcare will take place in the dining room, family room, dining nook, kitchen, pantry/laundry room, 1 bathroom, and back patio. The back patio is gated, separating it from the rest of the backyard. Children have access to the back patio only. Page 1 of 5

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3439
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli Babcock	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/18/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/18/2024

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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: SMITH FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198018224
	VISIT DATE: 07/18/2024

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Licensee guided analyst on a tour of the facility. During this visit, all areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were toured and inspected and the following was observed.

Facility License, Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent’s Rights Poster, and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist were observed to be posted in the entry way of the home. A current children’s roster was available for review.

There is telephone service via a cellphone that stays at the facility during operation hours. Hours of operation are Monday – Friday, 7:00 am - 7:30 pm. There is central air and heating in the home. LPA observed a fireplace in the family room which is screened, making it inaccessible to children.

Detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications were observed to be inaccessible to children. Per Licensee, there are no poisons on the premises, and none were observed on this day. LPA advised that any poisons should be locked under key or combination lock. Licensee states that there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home, and none were observed on this day.

The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 7/17/24, as indicated on the service receipt. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and were operable on this day.

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 6/6/24.

The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are first aid supplies available. There are age-appropriate toys available for children. Appropriate sleeping arrangements in form of playpens and mats were observed.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3439
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli Babcock	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/18/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/18/2024

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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: SMITH FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198018224
	VISIT DATE: 07/18/2024

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Licensee states that she is currently caring for 2 infants. LPA observed a sleep log for the infants.

Currently, children are using the back yard patio for outdoor play time. The outdoor play area was observed to be gated from the rest of the backyard, which is fenced. LPA observed that the outdoor yard has toys and other materials for children to play with. No bodies of water were observed on this day.

Children’s records were reviewed, including emergency information, and were observed to be complete.

Licensee records were reviewed. LPA observed that the Licensee does have proof of Mandated Reporter AB 1207 compliant Child Care Training Certificate on file with expiration on 8/3/25.

The licensee has completed training on Pediatric First Aid and CPR. The licensee's Pediatric First Aid and CPR with the American Red Cross expires on 8/13/24.

LPA issued an LIC 857, Children’s Record Review, and LIC 859, Staff Record Review to the licensee which documents staff and children’s files reviewed during this inspection.

There are 2 dogs and 2 cats on the premises. Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes in the home.

LPA did not observe the following items during the inspection: Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs, and/or any other item that fall into these categories are not permitted in a family child care facility.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3439
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli Babcock	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/18/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/18/2024

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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: SMITH FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198018224
	VISIT DATE: 07/18/2024

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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.

Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days 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-andresources/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.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3439
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli Babcock	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/18/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/18/2024

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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: SMITH FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198018224
	VISIT DATE: 07/18/2024

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Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. 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: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

Licensee 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.

During the exit interview, the Licensee Harriet Smith, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.

At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. No deficiencies cited.

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

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Harriet Smith.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3439
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli Babcock	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/18/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/18/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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