Pre-licensing visit·October 21, 2021

On 10/21/21 at 10:00am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Aruna Sridharan met with applicant May Rose. LPA informed the purpose of the inspection; applicant is requesting a small family home child care license. LPA toured the single story home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. All adults have a criminal record clearance. The facility will operate Monday-Friday 6:00 am-6:00 pm. A health and safety inspection was conducted inside and out. The home has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a living room, dinning area, kitchen, garage, unfenced front yard and fenced backyard with a shed. The off-limits areas in the home will be all master bedroom/bath, office/sewing room, laundry, garage and shed. Off-limit areas will remain inaccessible to children by gates and/or supervision and understands that children may never enter these off-limit areas. The applicant stated there are weapons in the home. LPA observed the firearms and ammunition are stored separately in lock and key. The fireplace needs to be barricaded as the gate is not bolted to the wall in the family room. The 2A-10-B-C fire extinguisher is under the kitchen sink inaccessible to children. LPA tested and ensured that the smoke alarm and Carbon Monoxide meet regulations. First aid kit and medications are in the upper cabinet in the kitchen and emergency kit is in the hallway closet. Toxic and hazardous items are inaccessible to children. Cleaning supplies are kept in the laundry room and garage. Applicant owns the home and LPA observed the deed. Applicant will use the affidavit for the liability insurance. Applicant has completed the 8-hours Preventative health training with the Lead Poison Prevention module on 07/29/2021 and CPR/First Aid that expires on 08/2023 . Applicant has completed the required AB1207 Mandated Reporter training that expires on 10/2023 . Applicant understands that the training must be completed once every two years. Report continues on 809C..... LPA reviewed forms required for children's records, including immunization cards, and Safe Sleep Regulations PIN. Applicant stated that Safe Sleep Practices and Regulations are understood. She stated she understand infants cannot sleep in car seats, swings or other items not intended for sleeping. LPA advised applicant that baby walkers, bouncers, jumpers, and similar items are not allowed in Family Child Care Homes (FCCH). Applicant understands that children\342\200\231s records are to be maintained according to Title 22 regulations, and be accessible to licensing for up to three years. Applicant understands that her License, Emergency Disaster Plan, Earthquake Preparedness Checklist and the Parents Rights Poster must be posted in the home. Applicant has posted the required documents. Records, postings and reporting requirements were discussed. Applicant was encouraged to visit the department website at WWW.CCLD.CA.GOV for information regarding child care updates, forms, regulations and legislation pertaining to family child care homes. Applicant plans on providing transportation. LPA shared the car seat law and that all legal requirements to drive should be met along with childcare requirements of CPR/First aid and Mandated Reporter certifications. Applicant understands that a current roster must be maintained and it was understood that fire drills (by checking fire extinguisher and smoke detector) will be conducted and documented at least every six months. LPA explained the Inspection Authority, Zero Tolerance and Immediate Civil Penalty regulation, deficiencies and citations with the applicant. LPA explained Unusual Incident Reporting requirements to notify the department within 24 hours of an incident and the requirement to follow up with the written report LIC 624 within seven days. LPA discussed the Immunization Regulations SB 792, the requirement that all individuals working or volunteering at a licensed Family Child Care Home(FCCH) must have vaccinations against, Pertussis, Measles and Influenza. Proof of required vaccines have been obtained from applicant. Applicant understands that anyone living or working in the home, eighteen years of age or older must obtain fingerprint clearance PRIOR to living or working in the home. Applicant understands that if anyone else works with the children, they must also obtain the following: EMSA approved or American Red Cross or American Heart Association CPR and first aid training, immunization for TB, Measles, Pertussis and Influenza, and complete AB1207 Mandated Reporter Training. Report continues on 809C...... Applicant understands that if any structural changes are made to the home; licensing must be notified prior to construction. Applicant understands that if she wants to make any off-limit areas an ON-limits for children, she must notify licensing and LPA must do an inspection BEFORE children are allowed in the areas. Applicant understands that her FCCH license is not transferable, and once licensed, applicant must live in the home and be present for 80% of the operating hours. Applicant understands children must have 100% supervision in unfenced areas. LPA explained to applicant that if she moves and wants to continue to provide care, she must submit a change of location application and have the new home inspected again before providing care. The applicant does plan on providing IMS care. 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 provided COVID-19 resources and updated regarding the CDC and state guidelines in following the Covid pandemic safety precautions while providing care for children. LPA also discussed the Self Assessment checklist with licensee. The applicant will have the fireplace gate securely bolted prior to licensure. Once in compliance, LPA will recommend the facility approval for a Small Family Child Care Home licensed to serve a maximum capacity of six children with no more than three infants OR four infants only OR a capacity of eight children with no more than two infants, one child must be in Transitional Kindergarten/Elementary School and one child must be at least six years old.