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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 243901688
Report Date: 09/05/2024
Date Signed: 09/05/2024 03:48:19 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 09/05/2024 03:48 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
FRESNO CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME:	TORREZ, HELENA & CARL FCC		FACILITY NUMBER:	243901688
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	TORREZ, HELENA & CARL		FACILITY TYPE:	810
ADDRESS:			TELEPHONE:	(209) 383-1957
CITY:	MERCED	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	95348
CAPACITY: 14	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14	CENSUS: 1	DATE:	09/05/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	12:00 PM
MET WITH:	Helena & Carl Torrez		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	02:00 PM

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On 09/05/24 Licensing Program Analyst (LPAs), Xona Xayavong and Yesenia Fierro conducted an unannounced annual inspection and was met by Licensee, Helena and Carl Torrez. LPA explained the reason for the visit was for annual random inspection. 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. Licensee confirmed the home has a working telephone service. LPAs confirmed days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

There are firearms and ammunition are stored and locked separately. LPAs confirmed the firearms are located in the master bedroom which is made inaccessible. There are no pets in the home. All toys are aged-appropriate, materials, and equipment surfaces accessible to children are clean and in operable condition.

A current facility sketch was reviewed, and Licensee confirmed that living room, dining room, kitchen, hallway, bedroom, bathroom, backyard, and backyard restroom are used for providing care and are accessible to children. All other rooms are off-limits and made inaccessible by use of safety latches.

LPAs conducted a census, during today’s inspection there were 1 child in care, capacity as specified on the license is being maintained.

LPAs toured the home inside and outside. This is a single-story home. There are no stairs in this home. The fireplace located in the Livingroom is made inaccessible by a screen and blocked by a couch. Licensee stated that fireplace will not be in use during daycare hours. There is a working fire extinguisher, smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. LPA observed licensee test the smoke detector and carbon monoxide. Licensee understands to test both smoke detector and carbon monoxide periodically for functionality.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Kari McWilliams
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Xona Xayavong
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/05/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/05/2024

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
FRESNO CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME: TORREZ, HELENA & CARL FCC	FACILITY NUMBER: 243901688
	VISIT DATE: 09/05/2024

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Licensee stated that all poisons are kept in upper cabinets in laundry room. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible.

During today’s inspections LPAs observed the home to be in sanitary conditions, areas accessible to children in care are clean and orderly. LPAs observed age-appropriate toys, dramatic play equipment, and materials such as bicycles, tricycles, building blocks, and playhouse. The outdoor play area in the backyard is fenced and there are no hazards to children present. LPAs did not observe a swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises, and Licensee stated that here is no swimming pool or other bodies of water.

Licensee has a current roster of the children. An emergency fire/disaster drill has been completed and documented within the last 6 months. Licensee’s Mandated Reporter Training was completed on 07/19/23. Licensee’s pediatric CPR/First Aid expires on 08/2025. A review of records indicates that all employees and/or volunteers have immunization records on file for influenza, pertussis, and measles.

Licensee ensures that children in care are always supervised 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.

LPA did not observe any infants in care during inspection. Licensee sated that they are not currently caring for any infants. LPA discussed Safe Sleep Regulations with licensee.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee Helena and Carl and discussed the Childcare 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 [or 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.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Kari McWilliams
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Xona Xayavong
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/05/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/05/2024

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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
FRESNO CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME: TORREZ, HELENA & CARL FCC	FACILITY NUMBER: 243901688
	VISIT DATE: 09/05/2024

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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 Childcare Centers and the ADA, available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/. MyChildCarePlan.org – Centers and Family Childcare Homes Licensee [or facility representative] was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

LICENSEE Helena and Carl confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.

Licensee Helena and Carl 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 Childcare 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.

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.

Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations, no deficiencies are cited.

Notice of Site Visit - Centers and Family Childcare Homes 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.

interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Helena and Carl Torrez.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Kari McWilliams
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Xona Xayavong
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/05/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/05/2024

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