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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 334806381
Report Date: 01/11/2024
Date Signed: 01/11/2024 09:52:44 AM


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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501



FACILITY NAME:WATTS FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
334806381
ADMINISTRATOR:WATTS, MARYFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(760) 835-3287
CITY:BLYTHESTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92225
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: 9DATE:
01/11/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
07:43 AM
MET WITH:Mary WattsTIME COMPLETED:
10:15 AM
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On date and time listed, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Samuel Lopez arrived at the facility to conduct a required/annual inspection as part of a compliance review. LPA toured the facility, inside and out, records were reviewed, and the following was observed and/or discussed:
Normal days and hours of operation are: Monday through Friday, 6:00am to 6:00pm

OFF-LIMIT AREAS INCLUDE: All bedrooms, garage, portion of backyard (which is gated)

The facility is operating within the licensed capacity and appropriate ratios


· Appropriate supervision provided during this inspection
· A working telephone is present and current number on file
· Smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector present and were tested by the Licensee during this inspection.
· All hazardous items are stored inaccessible to children
· Toxins are locked
· Weapons are not present per licensee. Licensee understands all guns, weapons and ammunition must be key locked separately and made inaccessible per Title 22 Regulations
· Facility is a single story home
· Verification of control of property on file (Mortgage Statement)
· Facility Sketch, Emergency Disaster Plan & Notification of Parent’s Rights poster are posted
· Mandated Reporter Training completed on 11/22/2022
· Pediatric CPR and First Aid Card expire on 8/2024
· Health & Safety Certificate - completed on 6/2000
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Aaron RossTELEPHONE: (951) 320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Samuel LopezTELEPHONE: (951) 897-2482
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/11/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/11/2024
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
CCLD Regional Office, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: WATTS FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 334806381
VISIT DATE: 01/11/2024
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· No bodies of water at this time. Licensee understands all bodies of water including ponds, above ground pools & spas, in-ground pools & spas, and some fountains must be properly covered or fenced per Title 22 Regulations. The Department must be notified before and after installation of the above types of bodies of water. In addition, all wading pools or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position.
· There were two toys horses that, with bouncing springs, that were broken and had cracks on the area where children sit.
· Facility roster is not current. Children that are present are not listed
· Documentation of fire and disaster drills on file – Last drill conducted on 7/31/2023
· Children’s records are NOT complete
· Employee’s records are complete
· The Licensee was informed of their reporting requirements and is provided with the Regional Office’s Unusual Incident Reporting email mailbox: UnusualIncidentReportsDO09@dss.ca.gov

· Resident and/or staff records reviewed on 1/11/2024 indicate that all adults who require caregiver background checks have received all required clearances or exemptions.

· The Licensee can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov

- LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee Mary Watts 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 Mary Watts 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.

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: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Aaron RossTELEPHONE: (951) 320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Samuel LopezTELEPHONE: (951) 897-2482
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/11/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/11/2024
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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, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: WATTS FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 334806381
VISIT DATE: 01/11/2024
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- Licensee Mary Watts 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.

- Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. To receive important licensed-related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at:


https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

- The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday – Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at:
1-844-LET-US-NO (1-844-538-8766) and/or 951-782-4200

See LIC809-D for cited deficiencies.

LPA Samuel Lopez informed licensee Mary Watts that this report dated January 11, 2024 document(s) (2) 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.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days.

Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.



Also, LPA Samuel Lopez informed the licensee Mary Watts to provide a copy of this licensing report dated January 11, 2024 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.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Aaron RossTELEPHONE: (951) 320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Samuel LopezTELEPHONE: (951) 897-2482
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/11/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/11/2024
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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, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: WATTS FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 334806381
VISIT DATE: 01/11/2024
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The LICENSEE, Mary Watts, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and/or using the facility address for their mailing address.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Mary Watts.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Aaron RossTELEPHONE: (951) 320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Samuel LopezTELEPHONE: (951) 897-2482
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/11/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/11/2024
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Document Has Been Signed on 01/11/2024 09:52 AM - 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
CCLD Regional Office, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501


FACILITY NAME: WATTS FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 334806381

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 01/11/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type A
Section Cited
CCR
102417(d)
Operation of A Family Child Care Home
(d) The home shall provide safe toys, play equipment and materials.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. While touring the backyard, LPA observed two toy horses that had cracks/holes in the areas where children are to sit on. This poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/12/2024
Plan of Correction
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Licensee agrees to remove the broken toys and submit pictures as proof. Pictures to be submitted to the Riverside Child Care Regional Office by 1/12/2024.
Type A
Section Cited
CCR
102417(g)(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: (1) Fireplaces and open face heaters shall be screened to prevent access by children. The home shall contain a fire extinguisher and smoke detector device which meet standards established by the State Fire Marshall.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. In touring the home, LPA observed that the only extinguisher available required to be serviced or required replacement. This poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/12/2024
Plan of Correction
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Licensee agrees to purchase a new fire extinguisher and submit proof to the Riverside Child Care Regional Office by 1/12/2024.
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: Aaron RossTELEPHONE: (951) 320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Samuel LopezTELEPHONE: (951) 897-2482
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/11/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/11/2024
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Document Has Been Signed on 01/11/2024 09:52 AM - 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
CCLD Regional Office, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501


FACILITY NAME: WATTS FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 334806381

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 01/11/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102418(g)
Immunizations
(g) The licensee shall document each child's immunizations as required by the California Code of Regulations, Title 17, Section 6070, and shall maintain such documentation for as long as the child is enrolled.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. In reviewing children records, child #4 and child #5, did not have immunization records on file. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/25/2024
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Licensee agrees to obtain immunization records and submit copies to the Riverside Child Care Regional Office by 1/25/2024.
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102417(g)(8)
Operation of A Family Child Care Home
(8) Each family child care home shall have a current roster of children as specified in Health and Safety Code Section 1596.841.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA reviewed the facility roster and determined that not all children that were present at the facility were listed. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/25/2024
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Licensee agrees to update the facility roster and submit a copy to the Riverside Child Care Regional Office by 1/25/2024.
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: Aaron RossTELEPHONE: (951) 320-2023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Samuel LopezTELEPHONE: (951) 897-2482
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/11/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/11/2024
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