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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 304314035
Report Date: 11/30/2022
Date Signed: 11/30/2022 11:51:34 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
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME:CANDELAS, SANDYFACILITY NUMBER:
304314035
ADMINISTRATOR:FACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
CITY:STATE: ZIP CODE:
CAPACITY: 8TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 0CENSUS: 0DATE:
11/30/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:PrelicensingUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:00 AM
MET WITH:ApplicantTIME COMPLETED:
12:30 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mahnaz (Nancy) Malek conducted an announced in-person Pre-Licensing inspection for the purpose of opening a new Small Family Child Care home at this location. LPA met with Applicant, Sandy Candelas who provided a tour of the new home.

A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary indicates adult residents, who require caregiver background check clearances, transfers, exemptions have been obtained and they are cleared.
Applicant stated, she is not currently registered with any Resource Foster Care agency or holds a Resource foster parent license. Applicant was reminded if changes, to notify the licensing office.

Applicant is requesting for a Small family childcare home license. Operation hours will be Monday to Friday 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM and care and supervision will be provided to children ages 12 months old to 12 years old.
All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected, including but not limited to, off limit areas. This is a one story home with 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, family room, dinning room area, living room, kitchen, and front porch.
Areas that will be used by children were inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, ventilation and heating. Telephone service (cell phone is the primary contact phone) .

Detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, sharp objects and hazardous items that can pose a danger to children are inaccessible in areas designated for children stored in the locked garage and top cabinets. The Licensee states (that there are no poisons on the premises). Applicant was advised that any poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Thuy Ho
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mahnaz Malek
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 11/30/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 11/30/2022
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
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: CANDELAS, SANDY
FACILITY NUMBER: 304314035
VISIT DATE: 11/30/2022
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Based on the Facility Sketch submitted, areas off limits to children are: .

Parents and children will enter the home, through the main entrance door, leading to day care area. The applicant has designated family room area for day care children. There is one full bathroom designated for children usage. The children's area is separated from the off limit areas by a baby gate.

The designated day care area is for eating, playing, napping, reading, and day care activities. This area was observed to have age appropriate activities and educational items for enrolled children. Pack and play is for napping for younger child. Cot is provided for older children's napping equipment. Beddings are provided by the parents. Applicant will use bedroom # 1 for children's napping. Applicant shall provide ongoing supervision during nap time. Every 15 minutes check on children under 2 years old and documenting on the log was discussed with applicant, Sandy Candelas and a copy was given.

There is no attached garage. Children's bathroom is in off limit area and children will be escorted to and from the bathroom by an adult. There are cabinets under the sink with no hazardous items in them. The children's bathroom was observed to be safe and free of hazardous items.

During the Pre-licensing inspection, LPA observed the designated off limits areas were closed and locked.

Licensee will use the cell phone for day care and applicant was informed if a cell phone is used for child care, it must remain on the premises at all times during hours of operation.



Licensee was informed and understands the home is to be free from smoking during hours of operation.
Applicant understands that licensing staff may have access to off-limit areas during inspection visit if necessary.

The applicant has provided the proof of control of property to LPA.

Applicant provides AM/PM snacks and lunch to children. If food is brought from home and these containers shall be labelled with their names by the parents and stored accordingly.

Upon entrance through the designated main door of the home, applicant shall receive the children here, due to pandemic parents are encouraged to follow CDC guidelines,

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Thuy Ho
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mahnaz Malek
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/30/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/30/2022
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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
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: CANDELAS, SANDY
FACILITY NUMBER: 304314035
VISIT DATE: 11/30/2022
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OUTDOOR PLAY AREA: Applicant will use the front porch for children's outdoor activities. There is no back yard.. The porch is not fenced. Applicant was reminded children shall be supervised 100 percent at all times and during playtime on the porch.

There are no firearms, weapons, Pets, and bodies of water in the home. However there is a community pool in the complex which meets Title 22 Regulations requirement.

The fire extinguisher met the licensing requirements. The applicant has the right size of 2A10 BC fire extinguisher. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. LPA observed the fire extinguisher located in the kitchen area under the cabinet. Smoke detector/ Carbon Monoxide are mounted on the ceilings.


Applicant has completed the required Mandated Reporter Child Abuse training, Health and Safety training with Nutrition and Lead Poisoning component and Pediatric First Aid and CPR which is valid through 4/2024.
The following was discussed with the applicant: In the absence of the licensee a qualified adult must be present supervising the children; a qualified adult is an individual who has a valid and current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, TB clearance along with a valid criminal record clearance associated to the facility license.
LPA's discussed the Safe Sleep practice with the Licensee Sandy Candelas.
Safe to Sleep Campaign: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/materials
LPA reviewed with applicant the following safe sleep best practices:
· Always place infants on their backs for sleeping
· Use only a tight-fitting sheet on the crib or play yard mattress
· Do not hang any items from the crib or above the crib
· Keep all items, including blankets, out of the crib or play yard
· Pacifiers may be used if they do not have items attached to them
· Infants should not be swaddled or have any items covering them while sleeping
· The temperature of the room should be comfortable enough for an adult to wear a t-shirt and not be too hot or too cold.
Licensee shall maintain LIC 9227 form in the infant file. ( Printed and given to the Licensee)
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Thuy Ho
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mahnaz Malek
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/30/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/30/2022
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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
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: CANDELAS, SANDY
FACILITY NUMBER: 304314035
VISIT DATE: 11/30/2022
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Hard copy and link of Child Care Providers Guide to Safe Sleep provided to licensee on this day: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/SIDS/Documents/SIDSchildcaresafesleep.pdf

Annual fees must be paid promptly and by the due date or a late fee shall be assessed and/or the License may be terminated. The fire extinguisher type 2A-10 BC must be serviced annually or as often as necessary. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors should be checked, and batteries replaced as needed.

Reporting Requirements: Changes should be reported to the Department as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your home.
Reporting Requirements: Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing.

Fire and safety drills must be performed every six months and documented for review by the Department. Children and Staff records must be maintained and updated as needed and must be available for review by the Department.

No smoking, No Johnny jumpers, No Baby walkers, No saucer chairs, No trampolines and any other item that falls into that category are not permitted in the facility.
Applicant shall reveal each facility license number in all advertisements, publications or announcements with the intent to attract clients.


Criminal Record statement: Applicant, Sandy Candelas 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.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Thuy Ho
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mahnaz Malek
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/30/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/30/2022
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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
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: CANDELAS, SANDY
FACILITY NUMBER: 304314035
VISIT DATE: 11/30/2022
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Safe Sleep : LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant, Sandy Candelas & 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 of the applicant, Sandy Candelas 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: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm.

Review of records to be maintained : LPA reviewed with Applicant, Sandy Candelas 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 gave the LIC 311D with all the required forms and Fire logs to be maintained in the home). A packet of enrollment for children and posting forms were printed out and were given to applicant.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Thuy Ho
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mahnaz Malek
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/30/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/30/2022
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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
ORANGE CO CHILD CARE, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: CANDELAS, SANDY
FACILITY NUMBER: 304314035
VISIT DATE: 11/30/2022
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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.


OTHER INFORMATION AND FORMS PROVIDED: Capacity Handout for a Small Family Child Care Home. LPA explained the age requirements for the enrolled children ensuring that when there are 8 children, at least one child is enrolled in Kindergarten or 6 years old, to be in compliance with Title 22 requirements and additional forms were given to the applicant.

LPA reviewed Title 22 Regulation Section 102423 Personal Rights including but not limited to: no intimidation, no humiliation, and no corporal punishment. The facility at the time of Pre-licensing inspection is not in compliance for a (Small Family Child Care Home) with Title 22 Regulations



At the time of inspection, the applicant was in compliance with Title 22 Regulations.
A license for a small family childcare home will be issued after final review and management approval.

Exit interview was held with applicant, Sandy Candelas and appeal rights were presented.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Thuy Ho
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mahnaz Malek
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/30/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/30/2022
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