384002759-9-27-2022-05-CC-NGAA-CJNVAT-20220927161628

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 384002759
Report Date: 09/27/2022
Date Signed: 09/27/2022 04:16:46 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 09/27/2022 04:16 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
CCLD Regional Office, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066

FACILITY NAME:	CHOW, SANDY H.		FACILITY NUMBER:	384002759
ADMINISTRATOR:	CHOW, SANDY H.		FACILITY TYPE:	810
ADDRESS:			TELEPHONE:	(415) 467-4986
CITY:	SAN FRANCISCO	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	94134
CAPACITY:	14	CENSUS: 6	DATE:	09/27/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	01:50 PM
MET WITH:	Sandy Chow		TIME COMPLETED:	04:15 PM

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On September 27, 2022 at approximately 1:45 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nathan Garcia arrived at the facility to conduct an unannounced Annual Inspection and met with the Licensee, Sandy Chow. Purpose of the inspection was explained. Present were 3 preschool children, 3 infant child and 1 helper with the licensee. Licensee was operating in compliance to the required licensed capacity and ratio limits as of today. LPA verified the background check clearance of the adults working or living in the home. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Licensee provides morning snacks, lunches and dinners are all prepped and served at the facility.

Daycare areas: lower level living room, dining room, bedroom, bathroom and backyard.

Off Limit areas: The whole upper-level: master bedroom, bathroom and garage. LPA observed that off limit areas were properly barricaded and made inaccessible to the children in care.

LPA and Licensee inspected the entire childcare area for Health and Safety hazards. There was a carbon monoxide and smoke detector in the home. LPA performed the tests to check the functionality of the detector. A fully charged fire extinguisher of size FE2A10GR was also available in the home, located in the hallway. First Aid kit is fully stocked and accessible. Per Licensee, there are no firearms or weapons in the home. Licensee states, there are no bodies of water in the home. Per Licensee, she has a pet dog that stays upstairs during operational hours and a turtle in a tank in the day-care area.

LPA observed that the house is in good repair and free of hazards with proper temperature and ventilation. LPA observed that there is a variety of age-appropriate toys, books, and other learning material available in the home for the children in care. The children have dramatic play toys available as well. Electric outlets that are installed have built-in covers inside and a working phone is on site. The outdoor play area consists of a barricaded area that is in good repair, with garden area and multiple bikes and trolley to use.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Daniel J Oquendo	TELEPHONE: (650) 379-9023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nathan Garcia	TELEPHONE: (650) 266-8800
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/27/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/27/2022

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, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066

FACILITY NAME: CHOW, SANDY H.	FACILITY NUMBER: 384002759
	VISIT DATE: 09/27/2022

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All posting requirements are met and posted near the childcare entrance. Licensee has current and valid CPR and First Aid card expiring on 8/2023. LPA reviewed facility records including all children's files present today. LPA observed that files have records of immunization, names, addresses and telephone numbers of each child's authorized representative. The children’s records also have LIC9227, LIC701/702 and 613A on file. The facility conducts fire and earthquake drills every month, and last drill was September 19, 2022.

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.

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: www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm.

The Licensee was reminded about the Provider Information Notices (PINs) on the CCLD website. Licensees were informed that as of September 1, 2016, a person may not be employed or volunteer at a child care facility unless he or she has been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or qualifies for an exemption pursuant to Health and Safety code 1596.7995 and 1597.662. LPA reviewed AB 1207 with the Licensees. As of January 1, 2018, all staff must complete Mandated Reporter Training every two years. The training can be obtained online at www.mandatedreporterca.com. Effective July 1, 2020, Licensees must have proof of completion of EMSA certified lead poison training if applying for a change of location or capacity change to an existing license.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Daniel J Oquendo	TELEPHONE: (650) 379-9023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nathan Garcia	TELEPHONE: (650) 266-8800
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/27/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/27/2022

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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, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066

FACILITY NAME: CHOW, SANDY H.	FACILITY NUMBER: 384002759
	VISIT DATE: 09/27/2022

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LPA encouraged the Licensee to visit the Licensing website at www.ccld.ca.gov for licensing regulations and new updates. The Licensee can also email at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov and ask to be added to the email list for the updates.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process.

A receipt confirmation is necessary, and a site visit notification must be posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

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 [facility representative] 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.

Exit interview conducted and report was given to the licensee, Chow, Sandy

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Daniel J Oquendo	TELEPHONE: (650) 379-9023
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nathan Garcia	TELEPHONE: (650) 266-8800
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/27/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/27/2022

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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