Routine inspection·June 27, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst Erwina Pascual-Golamco (LPA) conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Licensee, Kimberly Cedusky. LPA observed 5 children in care with licensee. Cleared assistant came in during inspection. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM. LPA observed that the annual facility fees are current. 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. Off limit areas include: south side of yard and shed. Licensee acknowledged that children may never enter these off-limit areas. Licensee requested LPA to include the master bathroom accessible to children, LPA conducted a health and safety inspection and observed that the master bathroom is ready to be an area accessible to children. The facility is clean, sanitary, and in good repair with ventilation. LPA observed the required documents were posted where visible to parents. Technical assistance provided regarding hazardous items\342\200\224such as cleaning compounds, medications, or sharp objects\342\200\224accessible to children. LPA observed chemicals in outdoor play are and garage floor near the door where children and families drop off and pick up. Licensee\342\200\231s assistant removed the chemicals and made it inaccessible to children during visit. The fire extinguisher appeared to be in working condition and accessible. LPA observed the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are functioning. The facility has equipment and age appropriate toys for children. The backyard is fenced, and licensee acknowledged that in areas that are not fenced, 100% supervision is required. Licensee stated there are no firearms on the premises. LPA did not observe any bodies of water on the premises. continued... LPA observed a current children's roster and fire drill log. LPA reviewed children\342\200\231s files and observed that all the required documentation was present in each child's file. LPA observed the CPR/First Aid certificate was current. Technical assistance provided regarding Mandated Reporter certificate for licensee. Licensee was reminded the Child Care portion must be completed every two years. LPA reviewed staff and facility files and observed the required documentation. LPA discussed with licensee the safe sleep regulations and the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. 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: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . continued... To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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/inspection-process . Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Type A deficiency (see continuation) was issued today. The licensee is informed to provide a copy of the Evaluation Report and the Type \342\200\234A\342\200\235 Deficiency cited to the parents and guardians of children currently enrolled in care and to parents of newly enrolled children during the next 12 months. A signed and dated LIC 9224 shall be maintained in all children's files. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Licensee. During the exit interview, Licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. This report and appeal rights were provided and reviewed with the licensee. Notice of Site Visit shall remain posted for 30 days.