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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 334820742
Report Date: 03/10/2025
Date Signed: 03/10/2025 05:30:37 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 03/10/2025 05:30 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
RIVERSIDE CC RO, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME:MARIN FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
334820742
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		MARIN, RUTHFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(951) 496-4318
CITY:CORONASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92879
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 7CENSUS: 5DATE:
03/10/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
01:39 PM
MET WITH:Licensee Ruth MarinTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
05:40 PM
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On 03/10/2025 at 2:08 PM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Susan Brewer arrived at the facility to conduct an annual inspection. LPA was greeted by Licensee Ruth Marin and granted entry to tour the facility inside and out. LPA reviewed records and observed and/or discussed the following: Present were the licensee and 1 resident. The licensee agrees to update the LIC999A Facility Sketch for the 2nd Floor and submit the original to the department within 30 days.

Normal days and hours of operation: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
OFF-LIMIT AREAS INCLUDE: The Garage and the Entire 2nd Floor.

The inspection consisted of reviews of the following domain: Physical Plant, Care and Supervision, Records, Facility Administration, Staffing Ratio and Capacity, Personal Rights. The inspection found the facility to be in compliance in these domains, except as noted on the LIC809D.
· The LPA did not observe the required postings up for public view. The Licensee removed the postings and placed them in a binder. The licensee was reminded that failure to meet the posting requirements shall result in an immediate $100 civil penalty. The LPA observed the licensee post the required posting prior to exiting the facility.
· The Licensee is present in the home and has ensured that children in care are supervised.
· The facility is operating within the licensed capacity and appropriate ratios. LPA took a census of 5 children in care.
· When temporarily absent from the home, the Licensee shall arrange for a substitute adult to care for and supervise children.
· A working telephone is present.
· A fully charged fire extinguisher (2A:10BC) was observed and tagged by the fire department and needle in the green. A smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector were present and tested by the licensee during this inspection and were verified to be in compliance.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Noble
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Susan Brewer
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/10/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/10/2025
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
RIVERSIDE CC RO, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: MARIN FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 334820742
VISIT DATE: 03/10/2025
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· All hazardous items ARE NOT inaccessible, this includes detergents, cleaning compounds, medications and other items which could pose a danger to children. LPA observed batteries, matches, medicines & supplements, household cleaners, insect killers, bleach and other toxic and poisonous household items placed in a lower kitchen drawer with a broken latch and kitchen cabinets without locks. Although children were present in care, there were no children observed in the kitchen at the time of the inspection.
· Storage of poisons are NOT inaccessible to children and are NOT locked as indicated above.
· Stairs are barricaded on today’s date.
· The fireplace is properly screened on today’s date.
· No guns or weapons present as stated by the Licensee. Licensee understands all guns, weapons and ammunition must be key locked separately and made inaccessible per Title 22 regulations.
· Home is clean and orderly, with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort.
· Clean, Safe and age-appropriate toys and equipment are present for both indoor and outdoor activities.
· Outdoor play areas are fenced and appropriate supervision is present.
· Verification of control of property on file.
· Pediatric CPR and First Aid training on 01/14/2025; Card expires on 01/14/2027.
· Health & Safety Certificate - completed on 11/27/2019
· Mandated reporter General: 03/22/2024; AB 1207 Child Care Expires: 03/22/2026
· Fire clearance: 01/27/2012
· Documentation of fire & earthquake drills to be conducted every six months: Last drill on 09/05/2025 with 3 children in care and lasted 10 minutes.
· There are no bodies of water, 03/10/2025. Licensee Ruth Marin, understands all bodies of water including ponds, above ground pools & spas, in-ground pools & spas, and some fountains must be properly covered or fenced per Title 22 regulations. The Department must be notified before and after installation of the above types of bodies of water. In addition, all wading pools or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position.
· Children’s files are complete NOT complete. The licensee was unable to provide records for two children in care and 2 children were missing the LIC627 Medical Consent and LIC995A Parents Rights form. The licensee obtained the required documents from the parents prior to the LPA closing the visit.
· Staff’s files are complete. No staff at this time.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Noble
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Susan Brewer
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/10/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/10/2025
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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
RIVERSIDE CC RO, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: MARIN FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 334820742
VISIT DATE: 03/10/2025
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· A review of staff records on 03/10/2025 indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions.

To receive important licensed-related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

For IMS information, see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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 Ruth Marin, 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 Childcare 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. The Licensee can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov

LPA Susan Brewer, discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee Ruth Marin 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 Ruth Marin, 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.

LPA Susan Brewer reviewed with Licensee Ruth Marin 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. Entrance Checklist was provided to the Licensee.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Noble
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Susan Brewer
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/10/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/10/2025
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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
RIVERSIDE CC RO, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: MARIN FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 334820742
VISIT DATE: 03/10/2025
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The Licensee was reminded of their reporting requirements and is provided with the Regional Office’s Unusual Incident Reporting email mailbox: UnusualIncidentReportsDO09@dss.ca.gov

v The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Mon. – Fri.at 1-844-LET-US-NO (1-844-538-8766).

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.

Deficiencies were issued on today’s date for a Type B violations.

No civil penalties issued on today’s date.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Ruth Marin.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Noble
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Susan Brewer
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/10/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/10/2025
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Created By: Susan Brewer On 03/10/2025 at 05:00 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
, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501

FACILITY NAME: MARIN FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 334820742

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 03/10/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102417(g)(4)
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: (4) Poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, firearms and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where they are inaccessible to children.

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 the LPA observed batteries, matches, medicines & supplements, houshold cleaners, insect killers, bleach and other toxic and poisonous household items placed in a lower kitchen drawer with a broken latch and kitchen cabinets without lockswhich poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/21/2025
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The licensee agrees to ensure The home shall be free from defects or conditions which might endanger a child. Safety precautions shall include but not limited to: Poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, firearms and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where they are inaccessible to children and submit proof that items are made inaccessible to children, by photo and/or video.
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102425(b)
Infant Safe Sleep
(b) Cribs or play yards shall be free from all loose articles and objects.

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 where a child under 2 years of age was observed napping in a play yard with a pillow and blanket, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/14/2025
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The licensee agrees to ensure Cribs or play yards shall be free from all loose articles and objects and agrees to submit a written statement understanding and a plan to ensure the regulation is met at all times. The licensee also agrees to submit the written statement, signed and dated to the department by fax, mail or e-mail.
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:Ana Noble
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Susan Brewer
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/10/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/10/2025


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Created By: Susan Brewer On 03/10/2025 at 05:00 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
, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501

FACILITY NAME: MARIN FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 334820742

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 03/10/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102418(g)
Immunizations
(g) The licensee shall document each child's immunizations as required by the California Code of Regulations, Title 17, Section 6070, and shall maintain such documentation for as long as the child is enrolled.

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 2 children in care are misssing proof of immunization records which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/14/2025
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The licensee agrees ensure each child's immunizations as required by the California Code of Regulations, Title 17, Section 6070, and shall maintain such documentation for as long as the child is enrolled. The licensee also agrees to submit proof of immunizations for 2 subject children by fax, mail or e-mail.
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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:Ana Noble
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Susan Brewer
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/10/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/10/2025


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