197700401-2-21-2024-12-CC-JDMO-D2NTWU-20240221140606

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197700401
Report Date: 02/21/2024
Date Signed: 02/21/2024 02:06:28 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 02/21/2024 02:06 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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME:	COLMENERO FAMILY CHILD CARE		FACILITY NUMBER:	197700401
ADMINISTRATOR:	COLMENERO, BRENDA		FACILITY TYPE:	810
ADDRESS:			TELEPHONE:	(661) 466-6014
CITY:	LANCASTER	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	93535
CAPACITY: 14	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14	CENSUS: 6	DATE:	02/21/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	10:06 AM
MET WITH:	Brenda Colmenero		TIME COMPLETED:	02:00 PM

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On 02/21/2024, at 10:06 A.M., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joselito L. Del Mundo conducted an unannounced annual inspection at Colmenero Family Child Care Home to assess its ability to meet compliance with California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 22, Health, and Safety requirements. LPA Del Mundo met with Licensee, Brenda Colmenero and stated the reason for the inspection. The LPA provided copies of the LIC 126 Entrance Checklist Form, LIC 311D Forms/Records to Keep in the Family Child Care Home, and all records/forms that need to be maintained in the facility. Licensee guided the analyst on a tour of the day care areas. The day care takes place in the following area of the home: living room, dining room, bathroom #1, and backyard (outdoor play area).

Licensee states the day care hours of operation is Monday to Friday from 6:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. Currently living in the home is licensee and four minor children (11, 10, 6 and 5). Licensee is currently not providing transportation to children in care. During this visit, LPA observed six children present in the facility. Per licensee, she will be receiving a minor grant for the repair of the facility’s backyard.

Physical Plant: The home was inspected inside and out for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, heating and ventilation, inaccessibility to poisons, detergents/cleaning compounds, medicines and hazardous items that can pose a danger to children. The smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector are in operable conditions (checked at 10:21 A.M.). The facility has a fully charge fire extinguisher with a 2-A:20-B:C classification (reading in green, checked at 10:21 A.M.). Licensee stated that she owns no firearms, and no one smoke in the facility. Per licensee, all cleaning products and detergents are stored in the garage (off limits) which has a gate and a safety knob that cannot be open and are inaccessible to children. The knife is stored inside the upper cabinet above the microwave in the kitchen (off limits).

LPA observed household medications are stored in the upper cabinets of the kitchen. Per licensee, zero medications are currently being provided for the current children in care. Licensee stated that she is a member of the food program, and she is providing meals and snacks to children in care.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joselito DelMundo
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/21/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/21/2024

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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: COLMENERO FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197700401
	VISIT DATE: 02/21/2024

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The facility is a two-story house. All the rooms upstairs are off limits, and a wooden gate is barricading the entrance upstairs. The fireplace is covered with metal and a glass door. An additional magnetic fireplace blanket and a wooden table covered the fireplace. The home has central heating and air conditioning units.

Based on records review, licensee conducted the fire/earthquake drills on February 2, 2024, and is conducted once a month. LPA observed safe and age-appropriate toys, learning blocks, puzzles, cubbies, books, and other learning materials. Licensee provides two playpens, one crib, and seven sleeping cots for children to use. LPA also observed diaper changing table, tables and chairs to sit around and eat.

LPA observed first aid kit boxes are stored in the hallway closet and are missing emergency kit guides. Licensee stated that she will purchase a new first aid kit. LPA observed electrical outlets are covered with a safety plastic plug to prevent access by children in care.

Licensee is advised that baby bouncers, saucer chairs, or any recalled and or banned toys or sleep/ play equipment are prohibited on the premises. Licensee is advised to check for fixture, furniture and equipment that have been banned or recalled by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Bathroom: Toilet, sink and faucet were clean and operable. During the inspection, LPA observed a step stool and a potty chair inside the bathroom. LPA did not observed razors and/or sharp objects, shampoos, mouthwash, medications, perfumes, air freshener, nail polish and nail remover that will pose a health and safety risk to children in care.

Currently, the licensee has ten children enrolled in the facility. Licensee stated that when a child shows signs of illness, he/she is separated from other children on the dining room of the facility. Licensee added that parents of the child that has symptoms are called immediately.

Outdoor: The facility has no body of water on the premises. The outdoor play area has age-appropriate toys and play equipment. LPA observed little tricycles. However, LPA also observed animal feces in the outdoor
play area. Licensee was advised to clean the outdoor play area. Per licensee, she supervised children while playing outside.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joselito DelMundo
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/21/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/21/2024

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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: COLMENERO FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197700401
	VISIT DATE: 02/21/2024

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At the time of inspection, Licensee is aware of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing on the day of the incident and/or 24 hours of incident by telephone, fax and/or in writing to the Department. Licensee is familiar with the Unusual Incident Report form, LIC624B. The report on unusual incident/injuries can also be mailed to unusualIncidentreport@dss.ca.gov

Review of records to be maintained: LPA reviewed with licensee the LIC 311D, Forms/Records To Keep In Your Family Child Care Homes, children’s forms/records, facility forms/records, and information to be posted. LPA reviewed five children’s files, licensee, and assistants’ files. Based on records review, children’s files are complete; licensee and assistants have current mandated reporter trainings completed on 05/16/2023 and 10/30/2023; CPR/First Aid trainings were completed on 03/24/2022. Licensee has proof of immunization against measles. Licensee decline to take the influenza vaccine. Assistant has proof of immunization against measles, pertussis, and influenza. Licensee and assistants have TB skin test on file.

Licensee and other adults working at and associated to the facility have received criminal record clearance.

The following was discussed with the licensee:

The licensee was reminded that 100% supervision is always required for children in care. Licensee was made aware that it is his/her responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. Licensing must always have the facility’s phone number; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified.

The regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco in a private residence that is licensed as a family childcare home and in those areas of the family day care home where children are present (24/7 ban). State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers, and any other items that fall into that category.

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

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joselito DelMundo
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/21/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/21/2024

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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: COLMENERO FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197700401
	VISIT DATE: 02/21/2024

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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.

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

Licensee was advised to visit the CCL website (www.ccld.ca.gov) to obtain updates on courses and updates/changes to the regulations. Our Quarterly updates come out every 3 months and are also in Spanish. Please log in to the CCLD website, or you can email our advocates to have the quarterly updates sent directly to your email. Child Care Advocates information: www.childcareadvocatesprogram@cdss.ca.gov

The Licensee is informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

The Duty Worker is available for questions Monday through Friday at (661) 202-3318 from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The facility is in compliance per Title 22 regulations. During today's inspection, LPA Del Mundo did not observed deficiencies that may hinder the health and safety of the children in care. No deficiencies were cited during this inspection. An exit Interview and discussion of observations were conducted with the licensee.

Notice of Site Visit: A Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213 was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Posting Requirements: Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. A copy of this Report was reviewed, and Appeal Rights were also provided to Licensee, Brenda Colmenero.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joselito DelMundo
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/21/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/21/2024

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