Routine inspection·September 4, 2024

On September 4, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lorraine Dacanay Breaux arrived for an unannounced 1-year Required Inspection, and met with Licensee Jayanti Dixit. Present for this inspection were fingerprint cleared daughter D. Dixit. There were six (6) children in care today (3 infants and 3 toddlers). The home was toured inside and outside with the licensee to conduct a health and safety inspection. Hours of operation for day care ar e Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 6:00pm. This is a single story home with 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms which is neat and clean with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. ON LIMITS: Entire home, living room, family room, kitchen, all three bedrooms, which includes the master bedroom and bathroom, main bathroom, and rear yard. OFF LIMITS: Front yard and two car garage. The Off limit areas are inaccessible by closed and/or locked doors and visual supervision. ISOLATION AREA: Living room area away from the children in care until the parents arrive. The outdoor play area is fully fenced, and is free from defects and dangerous conditions. There were age appropriate toys that were observed to be safe and in good condition. Any toxins, medicines, and hazardous items were inaccessible during today's inspection. Fully charged fire extinguisher 3A40BC located in the living room, and working carbon monoxide and smoke detectors (tested and functioning) located in the hallway. The fireplace is located in the front living room, it is screened to prevent access by children. Per licensee, there are no firearms and no pets in the home. Licensee confirmed that she resides in the home and confirmed there are no swimming pools and/or bodies of water during today's visit. Records: At approximately 10:00 AM, LPA Breaux requested and reviewed children and personnel files. Two (2) child's file and personnel records. Individual Infant Safe Sleep Plans and Infant Sleep logs were reviewed. There is a current roster available for review and a copy obtained. Licensee mandated reporter training was completed and reviewed, reminded to renew every two years. Licensee was reminded to visit www.mandatedreporterca.com for the training. Licensee CPR/First Aide is current and expires on 07/14/2026 and Mandated Reported training was completed on 07/26/24. LIC 809-C The licensee is in compliance with the immunization laws. The licensee conducts and documents fire and disaster drills twice a year and the last conducted drill was o n 07/0 9/24 . All required forms are posted and visible for public review. CCLD Inspection Process: 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 inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . 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/process . Criminal Record Clearance: Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Safe Sleep: LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep website 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. MyChildCarePlan.org: Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. LIC 809-C Incidental Medical Services (IMS): Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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/resources/child-care-centers/ . Per licensee does not administer medication at this time. During the exit interview, the LICENSEE Jayanti Dixit, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal Rights Provided. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Jayanti Dixit.