198400590-9-11-2023-54-CC-DCHS-CVKUPP-20230911154553

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198400590
Report Date: 09/11/2023
Date Signed: 09/11/2023 03:46:00 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 09/11/2023 03:46 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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	FIELDS FAMILY CHILD CARE		FACILITY NUMBER:	198400590
ADMINISTRATOR:			FACILITY TYPE:	810
ADDRESS:			TELEPHONE:
CITY:		STATE:	ZIP CODE:
CAPACITY: 8	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 8	CENSUS: 1	DATE:	09/11/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Prelicensing	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	01:15 PM
MET WITH:	Mykeva Fields, Applicant		TIME COMPLETED:	04:00 PM

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Dayna Chambers conducted a pre-licensing inspection on September 11, 2023. Entrance Checklist was provided to the applicant. LPA met with Mykeva Fields, Applicant, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. During the inspection individuals residing in the home were discussed and noted. The applicant is requesting a Small Family Home license. Per applicant, operation hours will be 23/7 -Monday through Friday 7:00am to 7:00am, closed Saturday and Sunday. Applicant states they will care for children 0 months to 12 years of age. All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected, including but not limited to, off- limit areas. This is a one -story unit located behind the main home. The unit was approved with permit by the Long Beach Development Services Department on 07/30/2010. The children and parents will enter the unit from the right side of the home. The gate has a RING video for safety and is locked. The unit has an activity room, kitchenette, and bathroom. The kitchenette has a door with a lock. There is ventilation via fans at this time, but licensee will use a portable heater safely if needed. The front home consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry space in the kitchen, detached garage. The front house is all off limits to children and parents. Areas used by children were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. Telephone service is a cell phone and will remain in the home during daycare hours. Ventilation and heating are installed via central heat and air. LPA observed Detergents, cleaning compounds and hazardous items that can pose a danger to children and will be removed. LPA advised applicant that all poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. LPA advised the applicant the cleaning items should be removed and placed in an area inaccessible to the children. Based on the Facility Sketch submitted, areas off limits to children and parents are: The whole front home and garage. The off-limits rooms have locks. The back unit has safety locks on the off-limit kitchenette. The applicant understands that licensing staff may have access to off-limit areas during inspection visit if necessary. The children will use the backyard for activities. The backyard was observed to be fenced. The valve on the 3A10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged, but the receipt is out of date. The licensee will service the fire extinguisher and provide proof to LPA. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested to ensure that they are operable. There are toys available for children. LPA observed two napping cots for children. LPA observed infant equipment.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Valarie Cook
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dayna Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/11/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/11/2023

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, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: FIELDS FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198400590
	VISIT DATE: 09/11/2023

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The applicant states that they will provide food for children in care. If food is not provided and food is brought from the children’s homes; container shall be labeled with child’s name and properly stored or refrigerated. The applicant has completed the required Health and Safety Training, Nutrition & Lead Training. Applicant’s Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires on 05/28/2024. There are first aid supplies available.
In the absence of the licensee, a qualified adult must be present supervising the children. A qualified adult is an individual who has: CURRENT MANDATED REPORTER – EXPIRES EVERY TWO YEARS: WWW.MANDATEDREPORTERCA.COM
PEDIATRIC FIRST AID AND CPR CERTIFICATE – EMSA APPROVED ONLY – RENEW EVERY TWO YEARS. LIC 9108 – STATEMENT ACKNOWLEDGING REQUIREMENT TO REPORT CHILD ABUSE. IMMUNIZATIONS: MMR, TDAP, CURRENT INFLUENZA OR DECLINATION STATEMENT, AND TB CLEARANCES FINGERPRINT CLEARANCES – CACI, DOJ, FBI – ASSOCIATED TO FACILITY.
Annual fees must be paid promptly and by the due date or a late fee shall be assessed and/or the License may be terminated. The fire extinguisher type -2A-10BC -must be serviced annually or as often as necessary. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors should be checked, and batteries replaced as needed. LPA provided applicant with a “capacity chart” for enrolling children. Per LIC279B, advised applicant that two children are included in capacity as of 09/11/2023. Reporting Requirements: Unusual Incidents/Changes should be reported to the Department within 24 hours /as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your home. Reporting Requirements: Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing. Fire and safety drills must be performed every six months and documented for review by the Department. Example Fire Drill Log was provided to applicant. Smoking is prohibited in a family childcare home. Children and Staff records must be maintained and updated as needed and must be available for review by the Department. LIC 311D was provided to applicant. No smoking, no infant walkers, No Johnny jumpers, no saucer chairs, no trampolines, and any other item that falls into that category are not permitted in the facility. Smoking on the premises is prohibited. All adults living and working in the home shall be made of aware of the Departments right to inspection authority, which includes but not limited to the right to enter the home when children are being cared for, interview children and adults and review documentation.
Licensees shall reveal each facility license number in all advertisements, publications, or announcements with the intent to attract clients. Liability Insurance was discussed. LPA advised applicant to review Title 22 Regulation 102417(m)(1) for additional information. H&S 1597.622: Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family day care home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza or declination, MMR, TDAP, and TB Clearance (current). The licensee and all adults

SUPERVISORS NAME: Valarie Cook
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dayna Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/11/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/11/2023

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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, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: FIELDS FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198400590
	VISIT DATE: 09/11/2023

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working with children have proof of immunization. Health and Safety Code 1596.7995: Beginning January 1, 2018, all licensed providers, applicants, directors, and employees to complete training as specified on mandated reporter duties. Training is available at: www.mandatedreporterca.com Mandated reporter expires every two years. Licensee is responsible for renewing. Per applicant, there are no dual licenses at this address. Applicant inquired about resource family/foster care. Applicant’s email address was obtained during this inspection. The applicant was advised that email may be public information. 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. LPA signed applicant up for quarterly updates. 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. 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
LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant about infant safe sleep regulations and procedures. LPA 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 provided applicant with Title 22 regulations for safe sleep, PIN 20-24CCP, Example Infant Sleep Chart, Infant Safe Sleep FAQs, copy of LIC9227, and Never shake a baby flyer.
LPA also informed applicant 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.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Valarie Cook
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dayna Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/11/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/11/2023

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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, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: FIELDS FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198400590
	VISIT DATE: 09/11/2023

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A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the applicant, Mykeva Fields.

Corrections Before Department Will Approve License:

Posting Board: Post the required documents – see 311D cheat sheet.

Take photo and send to LPA.SERVICE Fire Extinguisher- email the photo of the service tag on the fire extinguisher.

Remove the stand-alone pool in the backyard – take photos of cleared yard and email to LPA.

Remove all cleaning items, poisons, and clear activity areas of tools and other set up items. Take photos of all areas of the unit and email to LPA

Install Bathroom locks on the sink cupboard below and remove poisons. The closet in the bathroom needs to have a lock to prevent access to children in care.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Valarie Cook
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dayna Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/11/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/11/2023

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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