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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198018431
Report Date: 07/24/2024
Date Signed: 07/24/2024 01:25:11 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 07/24/2024 01:25 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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	CAO & CHIANG FAMILY CHILD CARE		FACILITY NUMBER:	198018431
ADMINISTRATOR:	CAO,LING YAN & CHIANG,BOB		FACILITY TYPE:	810
ADDRESS:			TELEPHONE:	(626) 513-0168
CITY:	ARCADIA	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91007
CAPACITY:	14	CENSUS: 6	DATE:	07/24/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Required	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	11:27 AM
MET WITH:	Ling Cao - Co-licensee		TIME COMPLETED:	01:40 PM

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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nolan Tcheng conducted an unannounced Required inspection to the above facility. At 11:27am, LPA met with licensee, Ling Yan Cao. Also present during this inspection, is Licensee’s assistant The licensee states that they currently has 8 children enrolled. A current children’s roster is available and is current. Licensee’s hours of operation are 7:30am-6:30pm Monday to Friday.

This is a one-story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, kitchen, front room, living room (classroom), front yard and backyard (fenced). The children use the front room, living room (classroom), kitchen, back bathroom, and backyard. Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: all bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and front yard. All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected. The licensee provides food for children in care.

The licensee states that 4 adults and 0 minors currently live in the home. Persons living in the home are identified on the attached LIC811. Licensee states that they currently have one assistant. All individuals present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed home. Per licensee, there are no weapons, firearms or bodies of water on the premises.

At 11:35am, LPA was led on a tour of the facility by the licensee. Upon entry into the home, the front room was reviewed. Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent’s Rights Poster and the Facility License are observed to be posted. There are first aid supplies available. Fireplace is inaccessible to prevent access by children. A fire extinguisher was observed. The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was purchased on 03/19/2024, as indicated on receipt. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. Per licensee, the front room will be used as an area for an ill child until an authorized representative comes to pick up child. A cot is available for a child to rest on. LPA observed napping equipment in the form of cots. Equipment is stored in the living room (classroom).

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana Chico	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3351
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nolan Tcheng	TELEPHONE: (323) 240-6201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/24/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/24/2024

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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: CAO & CHIANG FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198018431
	VISIT DATE: 07/24/2024

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The living room was reviewed next. There were 6 children seated during the inspection. This room is primarily used as a classroom for children in care. There are age appropriate tables and chairs for children in care. Cubbies were observed as storage space for children in care. Age appropriate toys and equipment were observed. The tour continued past the kitchen which is accessible to children in care. Sharp knives are kept on the counter towards the wall, out of reach of children in care. Across from the kitchen is a bathroom that children in care use. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which could pose a danger are inaccessible to children.

The licensee states that there are no poisons in the home and understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. The licensee states that a cell phone is used and stays at the facility during operating hours. A landline is also present if needed.

At 11:50am, LPA observed the back yard area. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced. At this time, children are using the back yard for outdoor play time. There is a play structure, play houses, bikes, and carts. There is shaded area for children in care. The licensee is observed to be operating within the license capacity limitations.

At 12:10pm, facility records were reviewed. The licensee and other personnel have completed training on preventive health practices including Pediatric First Aid and CPR. The licensee's Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires on 05/2025. Licensee and other personnel have complete mandated reporter training that expires 06/03/2025. The licensee does have proof of immunization against influenza, tuberculosis, pertussis, and measles. Children’s records were reviewed, including but not limited to, a copy of the emergency information card that contains all the information specified by regulation.

The following was discussed:

-There are two pets on the premises. One cat that stays in the off limit areas and one medium dog who stays in the off limit areas.
-Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs, and/or any other item that falls into these categories are not permitted in a family child care facility.
-Smoking is prohibited in a license family child care home.

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.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana Chico	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3351
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nolan Tcheng	TELEPHONE: (323) 240-6201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/24/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/24/2024

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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: CAO & CHIANG FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198018431
	VISIT DATE: 07/24/2024

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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

Licensee states they do not care for infant age children. They serve ages 2-6 years old.

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/.

During the exit interview, the Licensee Ling Yan Cao 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 Ling Yan Cao, at 1:25pm. Copy of report provided.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana Chico	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3351
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nolan Tcheng	TELEPHONE: (323) 240-6201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/24/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/24/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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