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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197493084
Report Date: 12/21/2023
Date Signed: 12/21/2023 04:10:36 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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME:SANCHEZ FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
197493084
ADMINISTRATOR:SANCHEZ, SILVIAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(424) 200-8890
CITY:TORRANCESTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90501
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14CENSUS: 8DATE:
12/21/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
10:05 AM
MET WITH:Silvia Sanchez - LicenseeTIME COMPLETED:
04:30 PM
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On 12/21/2023 at 10:05 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Cristina Castellanos conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection at the above-mentioned facility. LPA was greeted by Licensee Silvia Sanchez. Licensee primarily speaks Spanish. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the home by the licensee. LPA toured the home inside and outside. Present during today’s inspection was Licensee Sanchez, Adult child V. Sanchez, Assistant M. Moreno and nine (9) children in care.

The purpose of this inspection is to ensure that health, safety, and personal rights as required by Title 22 Regulations governing California Child Care Homes will be met by the licensee. The facility is licensed for a Large Family Child Care with a max capacity of 14 children. Currently the facility is available to take children ages 1 week old to 7 years old. The facility hours of operation are 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Licensee is not available for evening, overnight care, or weekend care. Per licensee the individuals currently residing in the home are the licensee and licensee’s adult son.

The home is a single family home, consisting of 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a living room, a kitchen with a dining area, a family room (day care room) and an attached garage. Families enter the home through the side entrance which leads directly onto the family room. Licensee confirmed child care is conducted primarily in the family room. Per licensee the family room is used for napping and eating. There is a small dog on the premises that is kept inaccessible to the children in care.

Licensee confirmed the following areas as OFF LIMITS: all six (6) bedrooms, bathrooms 1 and 3, attached garage and the rear area of the backyard. LPA reminded licensees that any area designated as OFF LIMITS should be made inaccessible during the hours of operation and/or while children are present.


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SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cristina Castellanos
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/21/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/21/2023
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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Created By: Cristina Castellanos On 12/21/2023 at 01:17 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: SANCHEZ FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197493084

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 12/21/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type A
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, the outdoor play area contained standing flood waters were the children in care were present and playing, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 12/21/2023
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Licensee agrees to no longer have the children in care around the standing flood waters in the outdoor play area during rainy days. Additionally agrees to clea/drainr all the rain water from the outdoor play area equipment. Licensee will send proof of correction(photos) via email.
Type A
Section Cited
CCR
102425(f)
Infant Safe Sleep
An infant shall not be swaddled while in care.

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 in 1 out of 1 infant swaddled during care, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/05/2024
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Licensee agrees to no longer swaddled infants in care. Additionally will speak to parents to provide fitting and comforting clothing for infant in care. Licensee agrees to watch the following webinar: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep and will submit a written summary of what was covered to LPA via email.
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:Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Cristina Castellanos
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/21/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/21/2023


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Created By: Cristina Castellanos On 12/21/2023 at 01:17 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: SANCHEZ FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197493084

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 12/21/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type A
Section Cited
CCR
102425(i)
Infant Safe Sleep
If an infant falls asleep before being placed in a crib or play yard, the provider shall move the infant to a crib or play yard as soon as possible.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of infant sleeping on a convertible high chair, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/05/2024
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Licensee agrees to place all infants in a crib or play yard when the infant falls asleep. Additionally Licensee agrees to review the Safe-Sleep Regulations Webinar provided by LPA, and will submit a written summary of what was covered to LPA via email.
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POC Due Date:
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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:Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Cristina Castellanos
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/21/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/21/2023


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Created By: Cristina Castellanos On 12/21/2023 at 01:17 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: SANCHEZ FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197493084

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 12/21/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102425(j)(2)
Infant Safe Sleep
The provider shall supervise infants while they are sleeping and adhere to the following requirements: The provider shall check and document the following:

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 2 infants not having a current15 minute sleeping log, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 12/28/2023
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Licensee agrees to submit a copy of the facility's sleeping log for the infants in care via email.
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 interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 out of 3 staff member not having/unable to provide their Mandated Reporter Training Certification,l which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/05/2024
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Licensee agrees to provide proof of completion of training via email to LPA.
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:Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Cristina Castellanos
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/21/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/21/2023


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Created By: Cristina Castellanos On 12/21/2023 at 01:17 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: SANCHEZ FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197493084

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 12/21/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1597.622(c)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
(c) The family day care home shall maintain documentation of the required immunizations or exemptions from immunization, as set forth in this section, in the person's personnel record that is maintained by the family day care home.

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 in 3 out of 3 staff members not having/unable to provide immunization records, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/05/2024
Plan of Correction
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Licensee agrees to submit proof of immunization records for all 3 staff members to LPA via email.
Section Cited
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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:Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Cristina Castellanos
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/21/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/21/2023


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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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: SANCHEZ FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197493084
VISIT DATE: 12/21/2023
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There are no firearms or ammunition on the premises. No bodies of water were observed on the premises. LPA observed a safety gate making bedrooms 1 through 4, bathroom 1 and the living room inaccessible. Detergents and cleaning compounds are kept underneath the kitchen skin cabinet locked with a key. The Licensee was reminded that all keys for the cabinets must be removed during hours of operation. Licensee confirmed that the home is not available to take in a child that might need medication. Currently there are no children that require medication.

LPAs observed licensee test the carbon monoxide and smoke detectors in the home. LPAs observed a working fire extinguisher in the kitchen area. LPAs reminded licensee to maintain proof of an annual service for the fire extinguisher. Licensee confirmed that home provides meals and snacks. LPA discussed the importance of maintaining a system where allergies and food restrictions are noted.

Adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort were observed in the space. Safe toys and play equipment were observed. The home has a working telephone service and LPAs confirmed the phone number (424)200-8890.

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. Prohibited items in Family Child Care Home flyer was provided.

Capacity as specified on the license is being maintained during today’s inspection.

Safe Sleep regulations were discussed due to program being available for infant care. 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 physically checks on sleeping infants 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. Infants up to 12 months of age are placed on their backs for sleeping. Individual Infant Sleeping Plan was discussed and LIC 9227 form was reviewed.

Mandated Reporter Training was unavailable for review. The Pediatric CPR/Pediatric First Aid was taken on 01/21/2022. LPA reminded licensee the importance of making sure all vendors providing Pediatric CPR and Pediatric First Aid need to be EMSA approved.


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SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cristina Castellanos
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/21/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/21/2023
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: SANCHEZ FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197493084
VISIT DATE: 12/21/2023
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LPA reviewed 6 children’s files and observed files to be complete. LPA provided licensees with a current copy of the LIC 311D in both English and Spanish and LIC126 to use as a reference when auditing files. A sample packet was provided to licensee.

Family Child Care Home Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

LPAs 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-andresources/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.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

Licensee Silvia Galindo was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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/inspection-process.


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SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cristina Castellanos
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/21/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/21/2023
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: SANCHEZ FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197493084
VISIT DATE: 12/21/2023
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Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, of the California Code of Regulations, there was one (6) deficiency cited at this time for violation of Title 22 regulation; (see LIC809-D).

An exit interview was conducted and Plans of Correction were reviewed and developed with Licensee Silvia Sanchez. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and left with Licensee Silvia Sanchez. 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.


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SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cristina Castellanos
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/21/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/21/2023
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