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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 304313437
Report Date: 05/15/2023
Date Signed: 05/15/2023 04:22:06 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:BITAR, JOHANNAFACILITY NUMBER:
304313437
ADMINISTRATOR:BITAR, JOHANNAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(949) 690-1789
CITY:IRVINESTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92618
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: 11DATE:
05/15/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
12:55 PM
MET WITH:Licensee, Johanna BitarTIME COMPLETED:
04:30 PM
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An Annual Random inspection was conducted at the facility by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Aiddee Nunez. LPA met with licensee and census was taken. There were 11 children which included 3 of infants in day care area. Licensee was operating within the licensed capacity as specified on license. 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. Currently there are 3 adults including the licensee in the facility. Facility Day care hours are 8:30am-5:30pm, Monday through Friday.

During today’s inspection, LPA and licensee toured the inside and outside areas identified in the facility sketch as accessible to child care children. Off limits areas are made inaccessible by means of a wooden gate that blocks the entry of the dinning room and kitchen areas. The child care area includes a family room which is converted into a classroom and is accessed through the back yard. The children walk through the dinning room area to the bathroom. Licensee stated the children's primary area is the family room. There are working carbon monoxide, smoke detector, and fire extinguishers in the home that meet statutory and State Fire Marshall standards. 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. There is a fireplace and the family room complete cover by a glass cover and inaccessible to children in care. The home has age appropriate toys for the ages served. During today’s inspection licensee did not have a verification of Disaster and Fire Drills log. LPA verified there is a working telephone service (cellular service). Licensee stated they use an outdoor play area. There were no poisons or other items observed which could pose a danger to children or if they were observed, they were locked or inaccessible. There are no bodies of water on the premises.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Thuy HoTELEPHONE: (714) 703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Aiddee NunezTELEPHONE: 714-703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 05/15/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 05/15/2023
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: BITAR, JOHANNA
FACILITY NUMBER: 304313437
VISIT DATE: 05/15/2023
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The licensee does have 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 700) and found to be in compliance. LPA observed 1 infant from 0-12 months. LPA observed and reviewed LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping Plan in child’s files.

The licensee and assistant’s Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification expired 8/28/23 and 5/9/25. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family day care home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for licensee were reviewed and within compliance. The licensee’s assistance does not have proof of immunization against measles. 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.

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. LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian



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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Thuy HoTELEPHONE: (714) 703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Aiddee NunezTELEPHONE: 714-703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/15/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/15/2023
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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: BITAR, JOHANNA
FACILITY NUMBER: 304313437
VISIT DATE: 05/15/2023
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CCLD website www.ccld.ca.gov was provided to licensee to access regulations, updates, and licensing forms.
The licensee was informed of the Important Updates available at www.ccld.ca.gov and may request to be added to an email list to receive Community Care Licensing Important Notifications from the above website and selecting Receive Important Updates link

A copy of the 2016 “A Child Care Providers Guide to Safe Sleep” was provided to the licensee. The following electronic links were also provided:


English: https//www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/SIDS/Documents/SIDSchildcaresafesleep.pdf
AAP:https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/sleep/Pages/A-Parents-Guide-to-Safe-Sleep.aspx
NIH: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/safesleepbasics/environment/room/text_alternative

Safe to Sleep Campaign: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/materials
LPA reviewed with licensee the following safe sleep best practices:
· Always place infants on their backs for sleeping
· Use only a tight-fitting sheet on the crib or play yard mattress
· Do not hang any items from the crib or above the crib
· Keep all items, including blankets, out of the crib or play yard
· Pacifiers may be used if they do not have items attached to them
· Infants should not be swaddled or have any items covering them while sleeping
· The temperature of the room should be comfortable enough for an adult to wear a t-shirt and not be too hot or too cold.

The facility was not in compliance and violations of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 were observed, discussed and cited at the time of the visit. The following violations of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22; Division 12, were observed and cited today: Operation of A Family Child Care Home 102417(g)(9)(A)1, General Provisions and Definitions 1597.6229(a)(1).

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Thuy HoTELEPHONE: (714) 703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Aiddee NunezTELEPHONE: 714-703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/15/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/15/2023
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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: BITAR, JOHANNA
FACILITY NUMBER: 304313437
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An exit interview was conducted with licensee Johanna Bitar. 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. The Notice of Site Visit was posted and discussed as required by H&S Code Sec. 1596.817. Notice of Site Visit must be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to post will result in civil penalties of $100.00. The Notice of Site Visit must be posted on or adjacent to the door.

End of Report.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Thuy HoTELEPHONE: (714) 703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Aiddee NunezTELEPHONE: 714-703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/15/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/15/2023
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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: BITAR, JOHANNA
FACILITY NUMBER: 304313437

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 05/15/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102417(g)(9)(A)1
Operation of A Family Child Care Home
(g) The home shall be free from defects or conditions which might endanger a child. Safety precautions shall include but not limited to: (9) Each family child care home shall have a written disaster plan of action prepared on a form approved by the Department. All children, age and ability permitting, and the provider, the assistant provider, and other members of the household, shall be instructed in their duties under the disaster plan. As their age and ability permit, newly enrolled children shall be informed promptly of their duties as required in the plan. (A) Each family child care home shall conduct fire drills and disaster drills at least once every six months. 1. The licensee shall document the drills, including the date and time of each drill. This documentation shall kept at the family child care home.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in licensee did not have a verification of Disaster and Fire Drill log which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 06/15/2023
Plan of Correction
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The licensee will start right away in practicing disaster and fire drills and will continue every 6 months and will keep a log in file.

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: Thuy HoTELEPHONE: (714) 703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Aiddee NunezTELEPHONE: 714-703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 05/15/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 05/15/2023
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Document Has Been Signed on 05/15/2023 04:22 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

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: BITAR, JOHANNA
FACILITY NUMBER: 304313437

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 05/15/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1597.622(a)(1)
General Provisions and Definitions
(1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family day care home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in Staff#2 did not have a record in file of her MMR vaccination which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 06/15/2023
Plan of Correction
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The licensee will email a copy of Staff#2 MMR vaccination to LPA.
Section Cited
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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: Thuy HoTELEPHONE: (714) 703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Aiddee NunezTELEPHONE: 714-703-2800
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 05/15/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 05/15/2023
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