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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 364843616
Report Date: 05/22/2019
Date Signed: 05/22/2019 10:56:45 AM

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1605 EAST PALMDALE BLV, STE A
PALMDALE, CA 93550
FACILITY NAME:RIVAS FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
364843616
ADMINISTRATOR:DELORES RIVASFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(562) 328-8477
CITY:HESPERIASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92345
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: 3DATE:
05/22/2019
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:19 AM
MET WITH:Delores RivasTIME COMPLETED:
11:11 AM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Thompson-Miller met with Licensee, Delores Rivas, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility for an Annual Random inspection. Licensee spouse present during the inspection. This is a single story 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with kitchen/dining, living room, enclosed patio (child care) and garage. There is no pool/spa or body of water on the premises. Days/hours of operation are: Monday through Sunday, 23 hours. Family members residing in the home include 2 adults (licensee, licensee spouse) and two (foster) children. Licensee is a Foster Parent, #366428030, A New Beginning Foster Family Agency, capacity 2, expire 10/2018. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed.

Main care is provided in the living room (at entrance). Children use the bathroom in hallway on the right. Off limit areas include Bedrooms #1 and #2, bathroom #2 and garage (key lock). The home was inspected inside and out for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, heating and ventilation, inaccessibility to poisons, detergents/cleaning compounds (garage), medicines (garage) and hazardous items (garage) that can pose a danger to children. Fire/earthquake drills complete and maintained current. Roster complete and maintained current.

The backyard is completely fenced. There is no swing/slide and a large shed (key lock). There is one small dog (inside).
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Carissa BellTELEPHONE: (661) 789-6953
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Linda Thompson-MillerTELEPHONE: (661) 568-8186
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2019
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, 1605 EAST PALMDALE BLV, STE A
PALMDALE, CA 93550
FACILITY NAME: RIVAS FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 364843616
VISIT DATE: 05/22/2019
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Requirements for fingerprint clearances and associations were discussed with the licensee.

Licensee advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC624B. Information regarding Safe Sleep Regulation Concept and Safe Sleep Awareness Campaign (PIN 19-02-CCP) were provided. The "Notification of Parent's Rights" poster is posted in an area of the home accessible to parents. The information regarding new legislation with regards to exemptions and Parent’s Rights was also discussed.

Licensee was advised that the Notice of Site Visit must be posted at the entrance of the facility for a period of 30 days. If a serious violation is cited, a copy of the licensing report (LIC809 or LIC9099) must also be posted for 30 days. If these requirements are not met, civil penalties will be assessed. Copies of the reports must also be provided to each parent when a serious deficiency, Type A, is cited (LIC9224).

Licensee informed to review Quarterly updates/regulations for 2015-2019 on the department website: Summer 2015 - Incidental Medical Services information.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Carissa BellTELEPHONE: (661) 789-6953
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Linda Thompson-MillerTELEPHONE: (661) 568-8186
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2019
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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, 1605 EAST PALMDALE BLV, STE A
PALMDALE, CA 93550
FACILITY NAME: RIVAS FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 364843616
VISIT DATE: 05/22/2019
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Per Licensee, there are no weapons or firearms on the premise. LPA did not observe any in the home. There are age appropriate toys. Age appropriate napping (playpen/mats) equipment. The required fire extinguisher (2A10BC) and smoke detector are in operable condition. The home has a Carbon Monoxide detector. Fireplace is screened. Home has central AC and heat. CPR/First Aid expire 08/22/2019. The First Aid kit was is complete.

The following was discussed with the Licensee:
Mandatory Forms for the children’s files and provider’s files, Requirements for fire drills, earthquake drills and documentation for both. Role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were reviewed. Licensee reminded that 100% supervision is required at all times to children in care. Licensee advised how to access forms and Regulations for Family Child Care online at www.ccld.ca.gov . Licensee made aware that it is her responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. Licensee advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. Licensing must have the facility’s phone number at all times; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified. Regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco in a private residence that is licensed as a family child care home and in those areas of the family day care home where children are present (24/7 ban). State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers and any other items that fall into that category.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Carissa BellTELEPHONE: (661) 789-6953
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Linda Thompson-MillerTELEPHONE: (661) 568-8186
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2019
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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, 1605 EAST PALMDALE BLV, STE A
PALMDALE, CA 93550
FACILITY NAME: RIVAS FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 364843616
VISIT DATE: 05/22/2019
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Please be mindful of 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 as long as 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

Note: the above guidelines are recommendations for best practices only, until regulations are approved and adopted.

Thank you for all that you do to help keep our children safe.

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

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Carissa BellTELEPHONE: (661) 789-6953
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Linda Thompson-MillerTELEPHONE: (661) 568-8186
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2019
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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, 1605 EAST PALMDALE BLV, STE A
PALMDALE, CA 93550
FACILITY NAME: RIVAS FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 364843616
VISIT DATE: 05/22/2019
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--Licensee is advised visit www.shotsforschool.org for Immunization information.
--Licensee was informed of responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse, 1-800-827-8724/760-243-6640
--Family Child Care Providers (Disaster Planning information): https://ccld.family-child-care-providers/disaster-planning-and-fire-safety/
--Child Care Videos: https://ccld.childcarevideos.org
--Child Care Advocates information: www.childcareadvocatesprogram@cdss.ca.gov
--Licensee advised to visit the CCL website (www.ccld.ca.gov) to obtain updates of courses and updates/changes to the regulations.

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 On Duty Worker is available for questions at 661-789-6944 Monday through Friday 8am-5pm. LPA provided consultation (safe sleep) during the inspection.

No deficiencies. Exit interview conducted and a copy of report was read and provided to licensee on this date.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Carissa BellTELEPHONE: (661) 789-6953
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Linda Thompson-MillerTELEPHONE: (661) 568-8186
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2019
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