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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 543809139
Report Date: 10/03/2022
Date Signed: 10/03/2022 10:24:31 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
FRESNO SOUTH CC, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710



FACILITY NAME:RANGEL, ELIDIA FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
543809139
ADMINISTRATOR:RANGEL, ELIDIAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(559) 239-9276
CITY:LINDSAYSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93247
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: 2DATE:
10/03/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
08:30 AM
MET WITH:Elidia RangelTIME COMPLETED:
10:30 AM
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On 10/03/2022 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Diane Mercado, conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection and was met by Licensee, Elidia Rangel. Also present was Staff #1 (S1). Licensee is Spanish Speaking and LPA Mercado assisted with interpretation. Background criminal record clearances are verified and discussed, and LIS 531 is signed indicating that the adults living in the home and/or providing care and supervision to children have a criminal record clearance. Days and hours of operation are Monday-Saturday 5am-7pm. Entrance to daycare room is on the left side of the home. Current facility sketch reviewed, and Licensee confirmed that the daycare room, daycare room bathroom, and backyard are used for providing care and are accessible to children. Three small dogs and four roosters were observed during today’s inspection; licensee is aware of the safety of children around animals. Licensee stated her pets are kept inaccessible from children. All other rooms/rest of the house are off-limits and made inaccessible by use of key and lock.

There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises. There are no firearms or ammunition on the premises. LPA observed Raid ant spray on a table in the backyard. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible. There are no fireplaces or open face heaters in the home. There is a working smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. There is not a working fire extinguisher as there was no fire extinguisher present at time of inspection. There are no stairs in this home. Safe toys and play equipment are observed. The home has working telephone service and LPA confirmed the phone number is (559) 586-1650.

There is one infant in care and Licensee stated did not know Safe Sleep Regulations. LPA discussed Safe Sleep Regulations with licensee. There is one crib or play yard for each infant in care, cribs and play yards are kept free from all loose articles and objects while infants are sleeping, and there are no objects hanging above or attached to the crib or play yard. Infants are not swaddled while in care. Provider stated will physically check on sleeping infant every fifteen minutes and documents any signs of distress which includes but is not limited to flushed skin color, increase in body temperature, restlessness and labored breathing. Infants can be visually observed through an open door if sleeping in a separate room. Individual Infant Sleeping Plan is completed and in file for each infant up to 12 months of age. Infants up to 12 months of age are placed on their backs for sleeping.


Continued 809-C
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Susie FanningTELEPHONE: (559) 650-7890
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Diane MercadoTELEPHONE: 559-341-6334
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/03/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/03/2022
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
FRESNO SOUTH CC, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME: RANGEL, ELIDIA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 543809139
VISIT DATE: 10/03/2022
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Licensee ensures that children in care are supervised at all times and is aware children shall not be left in parked vehicles. Car seats are used for transportation purposes only and are not used for sleeping children. The outdoor play area in the backyard is fenced and there are no hazards to children present. Capacity as specified on the license is being maintained. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete with emergency information as required. Licensee’s Mandated Reporter Training was completed on 09/18/2023. LPA Mercado informed Licensee training is required every two years for herself and assistant. Licensee and Licensee’s assistant pediatric CPR/First Aid expired on 08/21/2019. A review of records indicates that all employees and/or volunteers have immunization records on file for influenza, pertussis and measles. All adults who reside or work in the home have a criminal record clearance or exemption. There are no excluded individuals present at this 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 (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

Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations, the following deficiencies are being cited: (see next page, 809 D) Licensee was provided a copy of appeal rights.

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.


Continued 809-C
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Susie FanningTELEPHONE: (559) 650-7890
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Diane MercadoTELEPHONE: 559-341-6334
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/03/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/03/2022
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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
FRESNO SOUTH CC, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME: RANGEL, ELIDIA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 543809139
VISIT DATE: 10/03/2022
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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 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.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Susie FanningTELEPHONE: (559) 650-7890
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Diane MercadoTELEPHONE: 559-341-6334
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/03/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/03/2022
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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
FRESNO SOUTH CC, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710


FACILITY NAME: RANGEL, ELIDIA FAMILY CHILD CARE

FACILITY NUMBER: 543809139

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:

VISIT DATE: 10/03/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102417(g)
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:

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. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Diane Mercado observed in the backyard Raid ant spray on top of a table, tools, bbq grills, air compressor (backyard is accessible to children) which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/28/2022
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Licensee stated children will not have be allowed in the backyard until all items are cleared and moved to another part of the backyard where children will not have access via a fenced gate. Licensee will submit proof via pictures to LPA Mercado by POC due date.
Type B
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:
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Based on obeservation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Licensee did not have a fire extinguisher. Licensee stated moved fire extinguisher and could not find it at time of inspection which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/28/2022
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Licensee stated will find fire extinguisher or purchase a new one. Licensee will submit proof via pictures to LPA Mercado by POC due date.

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: Susie FanningTELEPHONE: (559) 650-7890
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Diane MercadoTELEPHONE: 559-341-6334
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/03/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/03/2022
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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
FRESNO SOUTH CC, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710


FACILITY NAME: RANGEL, ELIDIA FAMILY CHILD CARE

FACILITY NUMBER: 543809139

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:

VISIT DATE: 10/03/2022

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:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Licensee's assistant did not have completed Mandated Reporter Training. Licensee stated assistant does not assist with the children. Upon arrival at facility licensee assistant/husband picked up a child from school and brought the child to the facility. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Diane Mercado informed Licensee picking up and dropping off children is providing care and supervision which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/28/2022
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Licensee stated will have assistant complete training. Licensee will submit proof via pictures to LPA Mercado by POC due date.
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102416(c)
Personnel Requirements
(c) The licensee and other personnel as specified shall complete training on preventive health practices, including pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first aid, pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866.

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. Licensee and Licensee's assistant did not have current First Aid/CPR. Licensee provided Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Diane Mercado a copy of First Aid/CPR expired 08/21/2021 which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/28/2022
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Licensee stated herself and assistant will complete training. Licensee will submit proof via pictures to LPA Mercado by POC due date.

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: Susie FanningTELEPHONE: (559) 650-7890
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Diane MercadoTELEPHONE: 559-341-6334
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/03/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/03/2022
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