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: (1) Fireplaces and open face heaters shall be screened to prevent access by children. The home shall contain a fire extinguisher and smoke detector device which meet standards established by the State Fire Marshall. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA observation Fire extinguisher was observed 3:04pm with a service tag with not date of inspection and LPA observed no screen on wall heater, pictures taken for both items, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [1] out of [2] 2 items fire ext. and wall heater does not meeting standard regulations which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by October 20, 2025
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Type B deficiency
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CCR 102417(g)(1) - 102417(g)(1)
Official code
102417(g)(1)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
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Infant Safe Sleep (a) There shall be one crib or play yard for each infant who is unable to climb out of the crib or play yard. (4) Mattresses shall be made specifically for the size crib or play yard in which they are placed. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA Calderon observation Infant play yard observed, LPA observed 1 infant play yard not sleeping, there was a fitted sheet that was around the thin pad that Per Licensee comes with the play yard and no firm mattress observed, pictures taken, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [1] out of [1] infant sleeping mattress which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by October 13, 2025
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Official CA class
Type B deficiency
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CCR 102425(a)(4) - 102425(a)(4)
Official code
102425(a)(4)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
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Infant Safe Sleep Documentation shall be maintained in the infant’s file and be available to the Department for review. Documentation shall include the following: This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA Calderon reviewed Aug-Sept 15 min sleep log for Child #1, infant was present during visit at 4:00pm Licensee informed LPA needs to find it but will email it to LPA, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [1] out of [1] infant 15 min check log which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Infant Safe Sleep The provider shall supervise infants while they are sleeping and adhere to the following requirements: The provider shall check and document the following: Infants up to 12 month of age who are sleeping in a position other than on their back. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA Calderon observation of infant Child #1, was sleeping on a 'Bobbi Pillow' on the couch elevated and not sleeping flat on their back Per interview with Licensee, stated Child#1 has medical issues, LPA requested exemption documentation's, per Licensee unable to provide documentation's and needs to collect document from child's parent. , the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [1] out of [1] persons which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by July 19, 2024
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Official CA class
Type A deficiency
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CCR 102425(j)(2)(C) - 102425(j)(2)(C)
Official code
102425(j)(2)(C)
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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Licensure Requirements Every family day care home for children shall have one or more carbon monoxide detectors in the facility that meet the standards established in Chapter 8 (commencing with Section 13260) of Part 2 Division 12. The department shall account for the presence of these detectors during inspections. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation LPA did not observe a carbon monoxide device and per Licensee needs to get a new one as device broke, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [1] out of [1] objec] which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by July 26, 2024
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Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
HSC 1597.543 - 1597.543
Official code
1597.543
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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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: (1) Fireplaces and open face heaters shall be screened to prevent access by children. The home shall contain a fire extinguisher and smoke detector device which meet standards established by the State Fire Marshall. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation LPA Calderon did not observe fire extenguisher service inspection tag or was not provided receipt of proof of purchase within 1 year, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [1] out of [1] objects, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by July 26, 2024
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Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 102417(g)(1) - 102417(g)(1)
Official code
102417(g)(1)
Medium concern: Hazardous access
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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. (A) Storage areas for poisons, firearms and other dangerous weapons shall be locked. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation LPA Calderon observed poison Spectacide Bug Killer under kitchen sink, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [1] out of [1] item which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by July 26, 2024
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Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 102417(g)(4)(A) - 102417(g)(4)(A)
Official code
102417(g)(4)(A)
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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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: (10) A baby walker shall not be allowed on the premises of a family child care home in accordance with Health and Safety Code Sections 1596.846(b) and (c). This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA observed infant rocker no child in rocker, Licensee stated rocker brought to the facility by Child #1 parent , the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [1] out of [1] persons which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by July 26, 2024
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Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 102417(g)(10) - 102417(g)(10)
Official code
102417(g)(10)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
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Infant Safe Sleep (a) There shall be one crib or play yard for each infant who is unable to climb out of the crib or play yard. (3) Mattresses shall be firm and covered with a fitted sheet that is appropriate to the mattress size, fits tightly on the mattress, and overlaps the underside of the mattress so it cannot be dislodged. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation LPA Calderon did not see any fitted sheets avaiable for Child #1, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [1] out of [1] persons which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by July 26, 2024
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Official CA class
Type B deficiency
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CCR 102425(a)(3) - 102425(a)(3)
Official code
102425(a)(3)
Medium concern: Staff training
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Administration of Child Day Care Licensing (1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation Licensee did not provide LPA Calderon during record review Mandated Reporter Training Certificate, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [1] out of [1] person which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by July 26, 2024
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Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
HSC 1596.8662(b)(1) - 1596.8662(b)(1)
Official code
1596.8662(b)(1)
Medium concern: Staff training
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Personnel Requirements (c) The licensee and other personnel as specified shall complete training on preventive health practices, including pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first aid, pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation LPA Calderon observed expired CPR and First Aid , expired on 7/2023, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [1] out of [1] person which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by July 26, 2024
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Official CA class
Type B deficiency
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CCR 102416(c) - 102416(c)
Official code
102416(c)
Low concern: Recordkeeping
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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: Based on observation and record review LPA Calderon did not observe children's records for Child #1, Child #4, Child #5 and Child #6, per Licensee unable to locate, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [4] out of [6] persons which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by August 18, 2024
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Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 102421(a) - 102421(a)
Official code
102421(a)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
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Infant Safe Sleep Documentation shall be maintained in the infant’s file and be available to the Department for review. Documentation shall include the following: Time of each 15-minute check This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA Calderon observation during record review Licensee was unable to provide 15 min sleep log for Child #1, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [1] out of [1] persons which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by July 26, 2024
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Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 102425(j)(2)(D)(c) - 102425(j)(2)(D)(c)
Official code
102425(j)(2)(D)(c)
Medium concern: Child guidance
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Personal Rights (a) Each child receiving services from a family child care home shall have certain rights that shall not be waived or abridged by the licensee regardless of consent or authorization from the child's authorized representative. These rights include, but are not limited to, the following: (2) To receive safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations, furnishings, and equipment. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation LPA observed outside back yard play area, LPA observed piles of high stacked storage containers approximately 3-5 ft, pile of recycled cans in plastic bags, motor vehicle bikes in backyard grass area, leaf blower and lawn mower. The licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [5] out of [5] objects which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by August 18, 2024
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Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 102423(a)(2) - 102423(a)(2)
Official code
102423(a)(2)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
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(b) Cribs or play yards shall be free from all loose articles and objects. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation LPA Calderon observed Licensee placing a light loose sheet for Child #1 for child to sleep on, Per Licensee does not have fitted sheets for play yard, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [1] out of [1] person which posesa potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.