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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 334842274
Report Date: 08/15/2024
Date Signed: 08/15/2024 10:28:39 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
RIVERSIDE CC RO, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME:BARRERA HERNANDEZ FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
334842274
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:
LAURA BARRERA HERNANDEZFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(760) 831-0341
CITY:THOUSAND PALMSSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92276
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 20CENSUS: 6DATE:
08/15/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
08:20 AM
MET WITH:Laura Barrera HernandezTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
10:40 AM
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On date and time listed, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Samuel Lopez arrived at the facility to conduct an annual inspection as part of a compliance review. LPA toured the facility, inside and out, records were reviewed, and the following was observed and/or discussed:
Normal days and hours of operation are: Monday through Friday, 5:30am to 4:30pm

OFF-LIMIT AREAS INCLUDE: All bedrooms, garage, and side yards

The facility is operating within the licensed capacity and appropriate ratios


· Appropriate supervision provided during this inspection
· A working telephone is present and current number on file
· Appropriate fire extinguisher, smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector present and were tested by the Licensee during this inspection.
· Fireplace is properly screened to prevent access by children
· All hazardous items are NOT stored inaccessible to children
· Toxins are locked
· Weapons are not present at the facility. Licensee understands all guns, weapons and ammunition must be key locked separately and made inaccessible per Title 22 Regulations
· This facility is a single story home
· The licensee previously provided proof of control of property. (mortgage statement)
· Facility Sketch, Emergency Disaster Plan & Notification of Parent’s Rights poster are posted
· Mandated Reporter Training completed on 7/2/2024
· Pediatric CPR and First Aid Card expire on 10/2024
· Health & Safety Certificate - completed on 7/11/2023
SUPERVISORS NAME: Aaron Ross
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Samuel Lopez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/15/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/15/2024
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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Created By: Samuel Lopez On 08/15/2024 at 09:35 AM
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: BARRERA HERNANDEZ FAMILY CHILD CARE

FACILITY NUMBER: 334842274

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:

VISIT DATE: 08/15/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type A
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 touring the bathroom that is assigned to the children in care LPA observed soap, lotion, hair products, and mouth wash. These items have a warning to, Keep out of the reach of Children, posted on the label. The cabinet was accessible due to the locking mechanism not being placed/installed correctly. This poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/16/2024
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Licensee agrees to submit a written plan on how the facility will come to compliance and follow the regulation cited. Licensee agrees to submit the written plan to the Riverside Child Care Regional Office by 8/16/2024.
Section Cited
Deficient Practice Statement
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POC Due Date:
Plan of Correction
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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:Aaron Ross
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Samuel Lopez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/15/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/15/2024


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Created By: Samuel Lopez On 08/15/2024 at 09:35 AM
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: BARRERA HERNANDEZ FAMILY CHILD CARE

FACILITY NUMBER: 334842274

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:

VISIT DATE: 08/15/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102421(a)
Child's Records
(a) The licensee shall maintain, in each child's record, the signed and dated notice form required in Section 102419(d).

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. In reviewing children records, LPA noted that Child #2 did not have the required LIC 995A form on file for review. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/23/2024
Plan of Correction
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Licensee agrees to obtained the required form(s) and submit copies to the Riverside Child Care Regional Office by 8/23/2024
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102421(b)
Child's Records
(b) The licensee shall maintain, in each child's record, a copy of the emergency information card as required
in Section 102417(g)(7).

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 reviewing children records, LPA noted that Child #1 and #2 did not have the required LIC 627 form on file for review. Also, Child #2 did not have the LIC 700 form on file either. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/23/2024
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Licensee agrees to obtained the required form(s) and submit copies to the Riverside Child Care Regional Office by 8/23/2024
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:Aaron Ross
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Samuel Lopez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/15/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/15/2024


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Created By: Samuel Lopez On 08/15/2024 at 09:35 AM
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: BARRERA HERNANDEZ FAMILY CHILD CARE

FACILITY NUMBER: 334842274

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:

VISIT DATE: 08/15/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102417(m)(3)
Operation of A Family Child Care Home
(3) A file of affidavits signed by each parent with a child enrolled in the home. The affidavit shall state that the parent has been informed that the family child care home does not carry liability insurance or a bond according to standards established by the state.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. In reviewing children records, LPA noted that Child #2 did not have the required LIC 282 form on file for review. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/23/2024
Plan of Correction
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Licensee agrees to obtained the required form(s) and submit copies to the Riverside Child Care Regional Office by 8/23/2024.
Section Cited
Deficient Practice Statement
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POC Due Date:
Plan of Correction
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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:Aaron Ross
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Samuel Lopez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/15/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/15/2024


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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
RIVERSIDE CC RO, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: BARRERA HERNANDEZ FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 334842274
VISIT DATE: 08/15/2024
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· No bodies of water at this time. Licensee 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.
· Clean, safe and age appropriate toys
· Current roster on file
· Documentation of fire and disaster drills on file – Last drill conducted on 3/1/2024
· Children’s records are NOT complete
· The Licensee was informed of their reporting requirements and is provided with the Regional Office’s Unusual Incident Reporting email mailbox: UnusualIncidentReportsDO09@dss.ca.gov

· Resident and/or staff records reviewed on 8/15/2024 indicate that all adults who require caregiver background checks have received all required clearances or exemptions.

· The Licensee can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov

- LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee Laura Barrera Hernandez 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 Laura Barrera Hernandez of the importance of checking for recalled infant/child devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at: https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant/child 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

SUPERVISORS NAME: Aaron Ross
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Samuel Lopez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2024
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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
RIVERSIDE CC RO, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: BARRERA HERNANDEZ FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 334842274
VISIT DATE: 08/15/2024
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- Licensee Laura Barrera Hernandez 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.

- Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. 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.

Licensee Laura Barrera Hernandez 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.



- The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday – Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at:
1-844-LET-US-NO (1-844-538-8766) and/or 951-782-4200

See LIC809-D for cited deficiencies.

LPA Samuel Lopez informed licensee Laura Barrera Hernandez that this report dated August 15, 2024 document(s) (1) Type A citation(s) which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is/are immediate risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days.

Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Aaron Ross
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Samuel Lopez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2024
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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
RIVERSIDE CC RO, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: BARRERA HERNANDEZ FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 334842274
VISIT DATE: 08/15/2024
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Also, LPA Samuel Lopez informed the licensee Laura Barrera Hernandez to provide a copy of this licensing report dated August 15, 2024 that documents any Type A citation(s) to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Laura Barrera Hernandez.

During the exit interview, the LICENSEE Laura Barrera Hernandez, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Aaron Ross
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Samuel Lopez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2024
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