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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197414161
Report Date: 11/05/2024
Date Signed: 11/06/2024 10:24:09 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
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME:HATCHER FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
197414161
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		HATCHER, SHEILAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(310) 329-2420
CITY:GARDENASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90247
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14CENSUS: 17DATE:
11/05/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RequiredUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
02:00 PM
MET WITH:Sheila & Genice HatcherTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
04:45 PM
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On November 5, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), V. Wheatley conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection and was met by Licensee, Sheila Hatcher. Days and hours of operation are currently Monday through Friday 7am to 6pm.

LPA toured the home inside and outside and a census was taken. LPA observed 16 children premises inside the home and one child being picked up. Capacity as specified on the license is not being maintained. Current facility sketch reviewed and confirmed that two bedrooms, the dining room and backyard are used for the day care. The attached garage is used for activities only. LPA observed at least 5 school aged children inside of the garage. LPA did not observe any hazards. The master bedrooms is off-limits and made inaccessible. There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises. There are no firearms or ammunition on the premises per licensee. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible. There is a working fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector. The fire extinguisher is 1A0BC. The fire extinguisher required is a 2A10BC. The home has central heat and air for safety and comfort. There are no stairs in the home. Safe toys and play equipment are observed. The home has working telephone service and LPA confirmed the phone number. LPA observed a children's roster.

LPA discussed Safe Sleep Regulations with licensee. Cribs and play yards will be kept free from all loose articles and objects while infants are sleeping, and there are no objects hanging above or attached to the crib or play yard. Infants are not swaddled while in care. Provider physically checks on sleeping infants up to 2 years old every fifteen minutes and documents any signs of distress which includes but is not limited to flushed skin color, increase in body temperature, restlessness and labored breathing. Infants can be visually observed through an open door if sleeping in a separate room. Individual Infant Sleeping Plan is completed and in file for each infant up to 12 months of age. Infants up to 12 months of age are placed on their backs for sleeping. LPA did not observe any infants.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Maureen Neal
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Wheatley
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 11/05/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 11/05/2024
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
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: HATCHER FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197414161
VISIT DATE: 11/05/2024
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Licensee ensures that children in care are supervised at all times 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. Licensee states she is transporting two school aged children and will receive permission from the parents.

The outdoor play area in the backyard is fenced. LPA observed age appropriate toys. Licensee's daughter removed one buggy that was cracked from the backyard. There are no bodies of water and no firearms.
LPA observed two dogs (snallzers) on the premises. LPA recommends the dog remain inaccessible to the children. LPA observed the dogs around the children in the backyard.

LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete with emergency information as required. Licensee’s Mandated Reporter Training expires 8/2026. Licensee’s pediatric CPR/First Aid expires on 7/2026. A review of records indicates that all employees and/or volunteers have immunization records on file for influenza, pertussis and measles. LPA observed required posted documents on the parent board.

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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) are not currently being provided. Licensee is aware that an IMS plan is required to be submitted to the licensing office if they provide any of these services. Information regarding Americans with Disability Act (ADA) can be obtained by contacting US Department of Justice toll free ADA Information line at (800) 514-0301(voice), (800) 514-0383 (TDD) and website link https://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm.

LPA discussed with the licensee the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to Provider Information Notices (PINs), Quarterly Updates, Mandated Reporter Training, Safe Sleep in Child Care, Lead Poisoning Facts, Forms and Regulations.

Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations, deficiencies are cited.

Exit interview conducted. Report was read and signed. This report shall be made available to the public upon request. LIC 9213 Notice of Site Visit is provided and required to be posted for 30 days. A copy of the report will be provided to all parents and acknowledgement signed by each parent and placed in the child's file.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Maureen Neal
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Wheatley
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/05/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/05/2024
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Created By: Veronica Wheatley On 11/05/2024 at 04:03 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
, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: HATCHER FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197414161

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 11/05/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type A
Section Cited
CCR
102416.5(d)(2)
Staffing Ratio and Capacity
(d) For a Large Family Child Care Home, the maximum number of children for whom care may be provided at any one time when there is an assistant provider in the home, including children under age 10 who reside at the licensee's home and the assistant provider's children under age 10, shall be either: (2) More than twelve and up to fourteen children only if the criteria in Section 1597.465 of the Health and Safety Code are met.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on LPA's observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that 17 children which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 11/06/2024
Plan of Correction
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Licensee will reduce the capacity to 14 children. Licensee will submit a plan of correction to the Department by 11/6/24.
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:Maureen Neal
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Veronica Wheatley
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/05/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/05/2024


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Created By: Veronica Wheatley On 11/05/2024 at 04:03 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
, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: HATCHER FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197414161

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 11/05/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102417(g)(1)
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:
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Based on LPA's observance, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that licensee does not have the fire extinguisher that meets the State guidelines which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. LPA observed a 1A10BC fire extinguisher.
POC Due Date: 11/06/2024
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Licensee will purchase a 2A10BC or greater fire extinguisher and show proof of purchase by sending an email to the Department. Licensee will submit a plan of correction to the Department by 11/6/24.
Section Cited
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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:Maureen Neal
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Veronica Wheatley
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/05/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/05/2024


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