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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 444413761
Report Date: 11/18/2022
Date Signed: 11/18/2022 12:15:22 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 11/18/2022 12:15 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, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME:	RINALDI, TAMMY LOREE		FACILITY NUMBER:	444413761
ADMINISTRATOR:	RINALDI, TAMMY LOREE		FACILITY TYPE:	810
ADDRESS:			TELEPHONE:	(831) 713-7232
CITY:	SANTA CRUZ	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	95065
CAPACITY:	14	CENSUS: 7	DATE:	11/18/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:06 AM
MET WITH:	Tammy Rinaldi		TIME COMPLETED:	12:27 PM

NARRATIVE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Cortney Nelson, met with Licensee, Tammy Rinaldi, for an unannounced Required- 1 Year Inspection. LPA was granted access to the home by the Licensee and toured both indoors and outdoors during the inspection. Upon arrival, there were 7 preschool-age children, the Licensee, and Assistant (Jen) present, which is compliant with the home license capacity and ratio requirements. Today, the Licensee's father was visiting and additional children arrived throughout the inspection. LPA observed a census of 10 children (9 preschool-age/ 1 infant). All required postings were near the entrance to the home and the hours of operation are Monday – Friday, 8:00AM-5:30PM. The Licensee states that she is the only adult over the age of 18 residing in the home. 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. LPA reviewed facility roster (LIC9040) and fire/disaster drill log during todays inspection. The last fire/disaster drill was conducted on 10/28/2022, which is compliant with the six-month requirement for homes. LPA observed a fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguisher (last serviced: 6/2022), functioning smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector. Licensee states that she does not currently have any children in care who require Incidental Medical Services (IMS) and does not administer medication at this time. LPA discussed IMS plan with the Licensee and provided PIN 22-02-CCP as an additional resource. The Licensee states that there are no weapons or firearms in the home.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Joel Segura	TELEPHONE: (408) 334-8550
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cortney Nelson	TELEPHONE: (916) 956-5037
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/18/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/18/2022

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, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: RINALDI, TAMMY LOREE	FACILITY NUMBER: 444413761
	VISIT DATE: 11/18/2022

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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 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

Indoor areas of the home were inspected by the LPA today and observed to be clean, orderly, and safe for the day care children. Off-limits areas inside the home include: 2 bedrooms and entire second story. There is a fireplace located in the living room that is barricaded and safe for the children. The Licensee understands that she cannot use the fireplace during day care hours. During today's inspection, LPA observed children engaged in various activities such as puzzles, play-doh, circle time, and eating breakfast. LPA observed sufficient age-appropriate materials, toys, and play equipment in the home. Drinking water is readily available for children via filtered water dispensers and water bottles from home. The bathroom in the home is clean, sanitary, and operable. The Licensee has a working telephone in the facility. Stairs are barricaded appropriately to keep day care children safe. The Licensee states that she provides and prepares all food for the children through Community Bridges Food program and offers breakfast, lunch, and AM/PM snack.

The outside areas of the home were inspected and LPA observed the Licensee utilizes the front and backyard for day care use. There is sufficient play-equipment and supplies for the children that are in good condition and age-appropriate. Off-limit areas outside of home include: detached studio unit and left sideyard. The Licensee has a hot tub that is located in an off-limits area behind a gated fence that is inaccessible to children. During todays inspection, LPA observed various outdoor activities for the children such as bicycles, wooden two-story play house, covered sandbox, art/painting supplies, and play structure.

The Licensee states that she typically only enrolls children who are two years old and older, however may consider younger children of siblings in care. 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 additionally provided the Licensee with PIN 20-24-CCP.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Joel Segura	TELEPHONE: (408) 334-8550
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cortney Nelson	TELEPHONE: (916) 956-5037
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/18/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/18/2022

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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, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: RINALDI, TAMMY LOREE	FACILITY NUMBER: 444413761
	VISIT DATE: 11/18/2022

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9 children’s files were reviewed during todays inspection and all required documents were present. LPA provided the Licensee with most up to date immunization record and advised that personal beliefs/religious beliefs exceptions are no longer permitted.

The Licensee and Assistant files were reviewed and most required documents were present. The Licensee has current CPR/First-Aid that expires 5/2024. The Licensee's Mandated Reporter Training expired on 5/24/2022 and LPA reminded her that the training must be renewed by all staff every 2 years.

Supervision of children was discussed with the Licensee and she understands that she must be home during day care hours and ensure that children are supervised at all times. The Licensee states that she does not transport any day care children. LPA reminded Licensee that children should not be left unattended in parked vehicles and that car seats shall only be used for transportation and shall not be used for sleeping.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Tammy Rinaldi.

As a result of todays inspection, a deficiency was cited, see 809-D.

A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

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.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Joel Segura	TELEPHONE: (408) 334-8550
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cortney Nelson	TELEPHONE: (916) 956-5037
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/18/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/18/2022

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Document Has Been Signed on 11/18/2022 12:15 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
CCLD Regional Office, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: RINALDI, TAMMY LOREE	FACILITY NUMBER: 444413761
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 11/18/2022

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
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, interview, and record review, the Licensee did not comply with the section cited above as her Mandated Reporter certificate was observed to be expired on 5/24/2022, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 12/01/2022
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	The Licensee will renew her Mandated Reporter training certificate and submit proof of completion by 12/1/2022 to the Department. (www.mandatedreporterca.com AB1207 Child Care Providers)

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
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	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
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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: Joel Segura	TELEPHONE: (408) 334-8550
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cortney Nelson	TELEPHONE: (916) 956-5037
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/18/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/18/2022

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