198008786-1-7-2025-33-CC-POCA-DCPT8C-20250107133007

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198008786
Report Date: 12/30/2024
Date Signed: 01/07/2025 01:30:16 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 01/07/2025 01:30 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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	TORRANCE FAMILY CHILD CARE		FACILITY NUMBER:	198008786
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	TORRANCE, CARRIE		FACILITY TYPE:	810
ADDRESS:			TELEPHONE:	(626) 797-0562
CITY:	ALTADENA	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91001
CAPACITY: 14	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14	CENSUS: 2	DATE:	12/30/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	11:40 AM
MET WITH:	Licensee, Carrie Torrance		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	01:45 PM

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On January 7, 2025, at 11:40 pm Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Priscilla Ochoa conducted an unannounced annual inspection at the above facility. LPA was greeted by licensee, Carrie Torrance who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Per licensee there are 14 children enrolled and LPA observed 2 children in care. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday form 6:30 am to 6:00 pm.

Family members residing in the home are 2 adults who have criminal record clearance. This is a single-story home that consists of 3 bedrooms, 3 bathroom, living room, dining room, den, kitchen, front yard, and back yard (fenced).

Off limit areas include 3 bedrooms, 2 bathroom, living room, dining room, kitchen, and front yard.

Areas accessible to children are the den (activity room), 1 restroom (inside the den) and back yard (fenced).

At 12:00 pm, licensee guided LPAs on a tour of the areas that are accessible to the children in care. Upon entrance of the side door, LPA observed the den area which is where the daycare takes place. Inside the den/activity room LPA observed several age-appropriate toys for children in care, children’s cubbies, and parent/licensing board. The den area has a door that leads to the rest of the home. Per licensee the door is locked when children are in care, making it inaccessible. Then, LPA inspected the restroom that is located in the den area. Bathroom was inspected and was clean. LPA did not observe any materials that can pose a danger to children. Towards the back of the den, there is a laundry room where napping equipment was observed in the form of mats. Bedding was observed for cleanliness and appropriate storage. Each child’s bedding is labeled with their name and in large white plastic bags. Per licensee, bedding is washed weekly at the facility. The kitchen and food preparation area was then inspected. Knifes and other sharp objected are made inaccessible as children do not have access to the kitchen area. LPA then inspected the backyard which is fenced and observed more age-appropriate toys for children in care. All areas were observed to be clean, orderly, comfortable, and well ventilated.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Priscilla Ochoa
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 12/30/2024

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/30/2024

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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: TORRANCE FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198008786
	VISIT DATE: 12/30/2024

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There are first aid supplies available. Per licensee, the facility provides all meals to children in care. A chair by the library is being used as an isolation area at this time, while child’s parents are called for pick up. A mat is available if needed.

Licensee's poisons, detergent, cleaning compounds, medications and other items which could pose a danger to child are stored where they are inaccessible to children.

LPAs observed a smoke and carbon monoxide detector in the activity room. LPA did not test detectors as there was a child napping. A 2A-10BC fire extinguisher was observed and was serviced on 3/25/2024. There is a working telephone on site.

Per the licensee, there are no firearms, no pets, or bodies of water on the premises. Licensee obtained current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification expires on 2/17/2026.

LPA conducted a children file review and deemed not complete. Per licensee the facility does not document safe sleep 15-minute checks. LPA provided licensee a safe sleep log where licensee can start documenting 15 minute safe sleep logs for infants in care. LPA also recommended licensee to review the PIN for safe sleep for more information to stay in compliance with title 22.

LPA conducted staff file review and deemed complete.

Licensee completed Mandated Reporter training and expires on 01/01/2027. All childcare employees must complete mandated reporter training within 30 days of hire and renew training every two years at www.mandatedreporterca.com

Per the licensee, fire and disaster drills are conducted every 6 months; last drill documented and conducted on 12/14/2024.

Licensee has the required documents posted in the FCCH; Facility License (LIC 203), Notification of Parents' Rights Poster (PUB 394). LPA did not observe Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610a) to be posted. LPA discussed with licensee that the Emergency Disaster Plan must be filled out and posted on her licensing board.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Priscilla Ochoa
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/07/2025

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/07/2025

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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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: TORRANCE FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198008786
	VISIT DATE: 12/30/2024

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Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. 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

Licensee was advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC624B. The on Duty Worker is available for questions Monday through Friday at (323) 981-3350 from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

The licensee was informed of the responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hot-line at 1-800-540-4000. Also call the CCL office and follow up with a written Unusual Incident/Injury Report (LIC 624B).

The licensee was informed that the presence of adults in the home without Criminal Record Clearance or Exemption will be cited and civil penalty assessed for $100 per day. The licensee may find additional information and forms on the DSS website at www.ccld.ca.gov including information on the Live Scan application (LIC 9163). Appointments can be made for Live Scan at 1-800-315-4507

The following was discussed with the licensee:

Capacity requirements, Roster requirements, Posting requirements, Documentation requirements for disaster drills (fire and earthquake). Mandatory Forms for the children’s files and provider’s files, and Safe Sleep Awareness. The role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were reviewed. Licensee was reminded that supervision is always required to children in care.

Licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. Licensee was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. Licensing must always have the facility’s phone number; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Priscilla Ochoa
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/07/2025

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/07/2025

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: TORRANCE FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198008786
	VISIT DATE: 12/30/2024

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Regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco in a private residence that is licensed as a family childcare home and in those areas of the family day care home where children are present (24/7 ban). State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers and any other items that fall into that category.--Licensee was advised to visit the CCL website (www.ccld.ca.gov) to obtain updates of courses and updates/changes to the regulations.-- Our Quarterly updates come out every 3 months they are also now in Spanish please log in to the CCLD website or you can email our advocates to have the quarterly updates send directly to your email. Child Care Advocates information: www.childcareadvocatesprogram@cdss.ca.gov

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee [or facility representative] 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.

Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

The licensee, Carrie Torrance confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility. LPA provided consultation during inspection.

Based on the LPA’s observations and record review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health and safety.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days during facility’s hours of operation. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the report was provided to licensee, Carrie Torrance.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Priscilla Ochoa
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/07/2025

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/07/2025

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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Document Has Been Signed on 01/07/2025 01:30 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

Created By: Priscilla Ochoa On 01/07/2025 at 01:07 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
, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: TORRANCE FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198008786
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 12/30/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

102425(j)(2)(D)(c)

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:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as licensee did not document safe sleep 15 minute sleep checks which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 01/10/2025
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Licensee will send LPA P. Ochoa documenation for safe sleep log 15 minutes checks for infants in care by POC date 1/10/2025.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4
	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4

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 Chico

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Priscilla Ochoa

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/07/2025

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/07/2025

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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