Routine inspection·June 15, 2021

LPA L. Dyer met with licensee Danette Jones-Truso at 1:45 p.m. for a Required - 1 Year/Increase in Capacity Inspection . There were no children present at the time of the inspection. LPA toured the facility for a health and safety inspection. The home was equipped with a first aid kit, a fully charged 2-A:10-B:C fire extinguisher, a working smoke detector (tested), and a carbon monoxide detector. Fire safety inspection by the Oakland Fire Department was approved on 5/26/21 with Code 1 - Fire Clearance Granted. Per the fire marshal's instructions, licensee has installed a fire pull alarm station and a fire bell, mounted her fire extinguisher, and changed locks on the home. Licensee had files for all children in care. File sample was reviewed at 2:54 p.m. She declined to review forms. There was a working telephone. The licensee stated there were no firearms or bodies of water on the premises. Fireplace was blocked by play equipment. There were a variety of books and toys for children's use. There is one medium sized dog in the home. Children play in the front yard. Children have cots for sleeping but licensee is considering mats. The last disaster drill logged was March 2021. Roster was obtained. All adults present during this inspection were fingerprint cleared and associated to the facility. Licensee's fees are current. Licensee currently has a waiver for Pediatric First aid and CPR cards. Licensee's immunization records have been reviewed. All licensing-required documents are posted. The ratio poster was discussed and given to the licensee. 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 reminded that anyone working, residing or frequently visiting the home must be (continued) fingerprint cleared prior to being in the presence of children, or an immediate civil penalty can be assessed; and to notify the department IN WRITING if she decides to move or discontinue the license. Also discussed with the licensee: mandated reporting, new infant sleep regulations and Zero Tolerance Regulations were also discussed. A QUALIFIED ASSISTANT MUST BE PHYSICALLY PRESENT AND INVOLVED IN CARING FOR CHILDREN WHENEVER 9 OR MORE CHILDREN ARE PRESENT AT A LARGE FCCH. WHEN AN ASSISTANT IS NOT PRESENT, THE HOME REVERTS BACK TO SMALL FAMILY CHILD CARE RATIOS. License for Increase In Capacity is recommended pending receipt of all final clearances and the completion of all requirements. A license will be processed as soon as administratively possible. Exit interview conducted. This report must be kept available for public review for 3 years. Notice of site visit must be posted for 30 days.