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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 376603696
Report Date: 07/12/2022
Date Signed: 07/20/2022 02:02:27 PM

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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, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME:RAMES, CATHERINE FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
376603696
ADMINISTRATOR:CATHERINE RAMESFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(619) 276-0670
CITY:SAN DIEGOSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92110
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 17CENSUS: 8DATE:
07/12/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:25 AM
MET WITH:Catherine RamesTIME COMPLETED:
12:15 PM
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On 7/12/22 at 9:25am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Patrick Ma conducted an unannounced annual inspection with the Licensee. Upon arrival, LPA met with Licensee Catherine Rames. Also, in the home was husband, John Rames. Licensee was provided the Inspection Checklist (LIC 126). The one story home was toured and inspected to ensure an environment safe for the care and supervision of children. Present in the home were 8 day care children, one being an infant.

Licensee has provided adequate space for the children to eat, sleep and play within the home. Areas used for child care include living/dining room, kitchen, first bedroom, bathroom, backyard, and separate daycare room in the backyard. Off limits areas include 2 back bedrooms, master bathroom, and garage and are inaccessible through use of door knob covers. The licensee has sufficient toys and equipment available. The home has a fenced backyard available for outdoor activities. Licensee understands that supervision is required at all times during outdoor activities. LPA conducted child care quality management interview with the Licensee.

The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector meet requirements and are operational. All hazardous items were latched/locked and secured out of reach of children. There is no body of water on the property. Licensee states that there are no weapons in the home. First Aid and CPR certifications expire on 3/11/19. Licensee has required immunizations. Licensee completed Mandated Reporter Training on 1/27/18 and is reminded it must be completed every 2 years. Children’s and Staff records were reviewed.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Renesha Askew
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Patrick Ma
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 07/12/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 07/12/2022
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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Created By: Patrick Ma On 07/12/2022 at 11:33 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
, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: RAMES, CATHERINE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 376603696

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 07/12/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.8662(b)(1)
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:
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Based upon record review Mandated Reporter Training was not renewed and helper did not complete training which poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care. Mandated Reporter Training can be completed at www.mandatedreporterca.com.
POC Due Date: 08/12/2022
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Licensee stated she and husband will complete Mandated Reporter Training (www.mandatedreporterca.com) and submit proof to LPA Ma by 8/12/22 via email ([email protected]).
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102416(c)
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:
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Based on record review, the licensees pediatric CPR/First Aid card expired on 3/11/19 which poses a potential health and safety risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/12/2022
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Licensee stated she has completed the a current ESMA pediatric First Aid/CPR course and will provided LPA Ma proof by 8/12/22 via email ([email protected]).
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:Renesha Askew
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Patrick Ma
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/12/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/12/2022


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Created By: Patrick Ma On 07/12/2022 at 11:33 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
, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: RAMES, CATHERINE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 376603696

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 07/12/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1597.622(a)(1)
General Provisions and Definitions
(1) 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, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, husband/helper, John Rames, did not have his immunizations on file which poses a potential health and safety risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/12/2022
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Licensee stated she will look for and provide proof of helper/husband's immunizations and send proof to LPA Ma by 8/12/22 via email ([email protected]).
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POC Due Date:
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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:Renesha Askew
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Patrick Ma
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/12/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/12/2022


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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, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: RAMES, CATHERINE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 376603696
VISIT DATE: 07/12/2022
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Provider is hereby reminded of the following: Report suspected child abuse and neglect, maintain children’s records according to regulation, post all required forms; corporal punishment, smoking, exersaucers, bouncy seats, walkers, and jumpers are not allowed in day care. All equipment that is used should be used only as intended by the manufacturer. LPA reviewed Covid-19 guidelines with Licensee and provided Covid-19 resources. LPA directed Licensee to website: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing to receive important updates and information. LPA and Licensee discussed California Megan's Law and LPA provided: www.meganslaw.ca.gov.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Childcare Licensing Safe Sleep web page at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee 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.

LPA reviewed with Licensee the LIC 311D, Forms/Records. To Keep In Your Family Childcare Homes, children’s forms/records, facility forms/records, and information to be posted.

A review of staff records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances or exemptions.
Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed Family Childcare Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Renesha Askew
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Patrick Ma
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/12/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/12/2022
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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, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: RAMES, CATHERINE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 376603696
VISIT DATE: 07/12/2022
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LPA discussed and provided Licensee with the following: childcare advocates-email address: [email protected] . In addition, for general questions or questions regarding licensing requirements contact the Childcare Licensing Duty Line at (619) 767-2248.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Childcare 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 Childcare Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

See LIC809D for deficiencies cited.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to [email protected]. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Catherine Rames. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Renesha Askew
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Patrick Ma
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/12/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/12/2022
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