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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 304313211
Report Date: 01/06/2023
Date Signed: 01/06/2023 12:07:14 PM


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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868



FACILITY NAME:SMITH, DONNAFACILITY NUMBER:
304313211
ADMINISTRATOR:DONNA R. SMITHFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(949) 303-6202
CITY:LAGUNA HILLSSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92653
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: DATE:
01/06/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
10:00 AM
MET WITH:Donna SmithTIME COMPLETED:
12:25 PM
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An Annual Random inspection was conducted at the facility by Licensing Program Analysts (LPA's) Thompson Bootorabi. LPA observed licensee Donna Smith caring for 6 children inside the living room area. Licensee was not operating within the licensed capacity as specified on license. When entering the home at 10:15 AM, LPA observed licensee caring for six children. LPA observed 4 out of 6 children were infants. Licensee stated there were no other children or adults in the home. During the visit, LPA observed Child (C4) being picked up so that the licensee was back in ratio. Facility Day care hours are 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates all facility residents, staff, or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions.

During today’s inspection, LPA toured the inside identified in the facility sketch as accessible to childcare children. Off limits areas are made inaccessible by means of baby safety locks and safety gates. The childcare area consists of living room, kitchen, dining room, family room and one bathroom. Licensee stated the children's primary area is the childcare room (living room).

There is a working carbon monoxide, smoke detector, and a fire extinguisher in the home that meet statutory and State Fire Marshall standards. Last fire/disaster drill documented on 9/1/2022. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to children were stored inaccessible to children. Licensee stated there are no firearms and/or other dangerous weapons in the facility, and none were observed during today's inspections.

The home has age-appropriate toys for the ages served. LPA verified there is a working telephone service (cellular service). Licensee stated, they use the back yard for outdoor play, LPA inspected the back yard, and it was found to be in compliance. There are no bodies of water in the facility.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Judy HansonTELEPHONE: (714) 795-0415
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dean ThompsonTELEPHONE: (714) 287-0708
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/06/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/06/2023
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
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868


FACILITY NAME: SMITH, DONNA
FACILITY NUMBER: 304313211

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 01/06/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type A
Section Cited
CCR
102416.5(b)(1)
Staffing Ratio and Capacity
(b) For a Small Family Child Care Home, the maximum number of children for whom care may be provided at any one time, including children under age 10 who reside at the licensee's home, shall be one of the following: (1) Four infants; or

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation, interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. When entering the home at 10:15 AM, LPA observed licensee caring for six children. LPA observed 4 out of 6 children were infants. Licensee stated there were no other children or adults in the home.

which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/06/2023
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During the visit, LPA observed Child (C4) being picked up so that the licensee was back in ratio.
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Deficient Practice Statement
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POC Due Date:
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Judy HansonTELEPHONE: (714) 795-0415
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dean ThompsonTELEPHONE: (714) 287-0708
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/06/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/06/2023
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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
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868


FACILITY NAME: SMITH, DONNA
FACILITY NUMBER: 304313211

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 01/06/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.8662(b)(1)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Licensee mandated reporter expired 11/3/2021 which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/20/2023
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Licensee agreed to submit proof of certification to LPA by POC due date.
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102421(b)
Child's Records
(b) The licensee shall maintain, in each child's record, a copy of the emergency information card as required
in Section 102417(g)(7).

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation,and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. During children file review, LPA observed children in care were missing LIC 700 Identification and Emergency Information which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/20/2023
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Licensee agreed to submit proof of childrens LIC 700 Identification and Emergency Information to LPA by POC due date.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Judy HansonTELEPHONE: (714) 795-0415
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dean ThompsonTELEPHONE: (714) 287-0708
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/06/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/06/2023
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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
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: SMITH, DONNA
FACILITY NUMBER: 304313211
VISIT DATE: 01/06/2023
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The licensee has a current roster of children in care. Children’s records for children present during LPA’s inspection were reviewed for a copy of the emergency information card that contains all the information specified by regulation (LIC 9227) Individual Infant Sleeping Plan and napping log , Immunization records, Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance (LIC282), Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment (LIC627), Notification of Parent’s Rights (LIC995A) and found to be in compliance. Children in care were missing Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment (LIC627) and Identification and Emergency Information (LIC700) were missing from five children files.

The licensee Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification expires 1/8/2024. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family childcare home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for licensee reviewed and within compliance.

Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all licensed providers and employees to complete mandated reporting training, and to renew the training every two years. Licensee mandated reporter certification expired 11/2/2021.

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

The licensee understands she must be present in the facility and must ensure children in care are always supervised. Children are not to be left alone in parked vehicles. When the licensee is temporarily absent from the facility, arrangements must be made for a qualified substitute adult to care and supervise children while absent. The substitute adult must have the required criminal record, child abuse index clearances, immunizations, Pediatric CPR/First Aid, and mandated reporter training.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Judy HansonTELEPHONE: (714) 795-0415
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dean ThompsonTELEPHONE: (714) 287-0708
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/06/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/06/2023
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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
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: SMITH, DONNA
FACILITY NUMBER: 304313211
VISIT DATE: 01/06/2023
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CCLD website www.ccld.ca.gov was provided to licensee to access regulations, updates, and licensing forms. Licensee was advised to register through childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov in order to receive quarterly updates. Licensee was advised of their responsibility to review the Provider Information Notices (PIN) found on the CCLD website. A copy of the California Department of Social Services Lead Information Brochure was explained and provided to the licensee.

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.

Updated face covering guidance was provided and licensee was to continue to message the “Three W’s”: Wash your hands. Watch your physical distance. Wear a mask. This face covering guidance is for all individuals 2 years and older, except for the exceptions (child’s development, medical exemptions, etc.) that are outlined by CDPH.
Important COVID-19 resources and links were provided:
· COVID-19 Update Guidance Childcare Programs/Providers link:
https://files.covid19.ca.gov/pdf/guidance-childcare.pdf
· CCLD COVID-19 Licensed childcare and facilities and provider FAQs link: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/child-care-licensing/covid-19-child-care-resources/faqs-for-licensed-child-care-facilities-and-providers


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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Judy HansonTELEPHONE: (714) 795-0415
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dean ThompsonTELEPHONE: (714) 287-0708
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/06/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/06/2023
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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
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: SMITH, DONNA
FACILITY NUMBER: 304313211
VISIT DATE: 01/06/2023
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LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian Continue to page 3https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/.

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.

In the areas that were evaluated, one Type A and two Type B deficiencies were observed of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 at the time of the visit. Staffing Ratio and Capacity - Type A: 102416.5(b)(1), Facility Administration - Type B: 1596.8662(b)(1), and Records - Type B: 102421(b)

LPA Thompson informed licensee Donna Smith that this report dated 1/6/2023 document(s) one Type A citation(s) which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is/are immediate risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care.

Also, LPA Thompson informed the licensee Donna Smith to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 1/6/2023 that documents any Type A citation(s) to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification.


Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Donna Smith. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Appeal Rights were explained. The Licensee was provided a copy of appeal rights (LIC 9058 01/16) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. First level appeals should be sent to the regional manager to the address listed above.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Judy HansonTELEPHONE: (714) 795-0415
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dean ThompsonTELEPHONE: (714) 287-0708
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/06/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/06/2023
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