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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 444413901
Report Date: 03/09/2022
Date Signed: 03/09/2022 01:37:38 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
CCLD Regional Office, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131



FACILITY NAME:DELATORRE,SANDRA JANETFACILITY NUMBER:
444413901
ADMINISTRATOR:DELATORRE,SANDRA JANETFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(831) 539-8323
CITY:WATSONVILLESTATE: CAZIP CODE:
95076
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: 3DATE:
03/09/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
11:45 AM
MET WITH:Sandra De La TorreTIME COMPLETED:
01:45 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Cortney Nelson, met with Licensee, Sandra De La Torre, 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 3 children (2 preschool-age/ 1 infant) and Licensee present, which is compliant with the home license capacity and ratio requirements. LPA observed all required postings near the entrance to the home. Hours of operation for the facility are Monday – Friday, 6:00AM-6:00PM.

Licensee states that there are no additional adults 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 10/27/2021, which is compliant with the six-month requirement for homes. LPA observed a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher, functioning smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector. Licensee states that she does not currently have any children in care who require Incidental Medical Services and does not administer medication at this time. The Licensee states that there are no weapons or firearms in the home.

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
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Joel SeguraTELEPHONE: (408) 334-8550
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cortney NelsonTELEPHONE: (916) 956-5037
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/09/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/09/2022
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: DELATORRE,SANDRA JANET
FACILITY NUMBER: 444413901
VISIT DATE: 03/09/2022
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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 of the home (indoors): 2 bedrooms, 1 master bedroom, kitchen, back patio, and 1 bathroom. There are no open-faced heaters in the home. LPA observed sufficient age-appropriate materials, toys, and play equipment in the home. Furniture, such as tables, chairs, and shelves, are in good condition and safe for children. Drinking water is readily available for children in the facility via water dispensers and disposable cups. All food for children is provided by the facility and children do not bring food from home. The children's bathroom was previously under construction, but is now completed and is clean, sanitary, and operable. The Licensee has a working telephone in the facility. Poisons and cleaning compounds are locked and out of reach of children.

The front yard area of the home was inspected. LPA observed sufficient play-equipment and supplies for the children that are in good condition and age-appropriate. There is a functioning sink located outside for children to use for hand washing. Off-limit areas outside of home include: separate garage, back yard, and side yard by the garage. No outdoor bodies of water were observed during todays inspection.

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 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.

3 children’s files were reviewed during todays inspection and all required documents were present, including LIC282, LIC9150 Individual Infant Sleep Plan (LIC9227) and sleep check documentation for infant in care.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Joel SeguraTELEPHONE: (408) 334-8550
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cortney NelsonTELEPHONE: (916) 956-5037
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2022
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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: DELATORRE,SANDRA JANET
FACILITY NUMBER: 444413901
VISIT DATE: 03/09/2022
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Licensee's file was reviewed and all required documents and immunization record were present. Licensee has CPR/First-Aid certification that expires 01/29/2023 and Mandated Reporter Training certification that expires on 04/13/2023. LPA reminded Licensee that CPR and Mandated Reporter 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 picks-up children from Radcliff Elementary School. Licensee has current car insurance (Progressive 03441799-1) and valid drivers license (expires 2/3/2027). Vehicle used to transport children is a GMC Yukon XL (plate: 7RFZ660) equipped with 2 booster seats. Infant car seat is provided by parents. 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.

LPA additionally discussed using Guardian for checking fingerprint clearances for staff at facility and provided registration information to Licensee.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Sandra De La Torre.

As a result of todays inspection, no deficiencies were cited.

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 SeguraTELEPHONE: (408) 334-8550
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cortney NelsonTELEPHONE: (916) 956-5037
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2022
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