Routine inspection·April 21, 2025

On 04/21/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Soleil Marx met with Licensee, Tracy Nordby, for the purpose of conducting an unannounced annual inspection. During the inspection, there were no children in care. Facilities hours of operation are Monday through Friday 07:00 AM to 05:30 PM. A health and safety inspection was conducted in the areas accessible to children. The off-limits areas include: yard other than fenced in play area, basement, decking, all bedrooms, kitchen. Licensee understands that children may never enter off-limit areas. LPA observed off-limit areas of the home were inaccessible by baby gates, fencing, locked doors, and supervision. LPA observed a working telephone, functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detector, and a fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguisher within the home. LPA observed home was safe and sanitary. LPA observed that hazardous items: detergents, cleaning compounds, medication, sharp utensils, and other items that could pose a danger to children in care, are properly stored out of children's reach. LPA observed a variety of age-appropriate toys, equipment, and materials available to children both indoors and outdoors. LPA observed fireplace and stairs within the home are properly barricaded to meet regulations. Licensee stated there are no firearms on the premises. Licensee understands that if there are any poisons in the home, all poisons must be locked with a key lock or combination lock. Licensee has an in-ground pool on the premises that is fully enclosed by wrought iron fencing that contains an outward swinging, self-closing/self-latching gate with a key lockable device. Pool contains an alarm that will sound upon detecting an entrance into the water, an easily accessible coast guard approved life ring with exterior diameter of 17 inches and 12 foot rescue pole with a body hook. LPA verified fencing/devices meet the required standards. LPA verified checklist/log of pool safety daily checks being maintained. LPA observed hot tub on the premises is inaccessible with a hard cover top in good repair and is locked on all four corners. Facility has a waiver for an irrigation canal and LPA observed fencing and gate in good repair. LPA reviewed facility, staff, and children's records. LPA observed all required postings were posted and visible to authorized representatives. LPA observed a children's roster and a fire drill log; the last fire drill was conducted 02/2025. LPA determined children’s files contained the required licensing forms/documentation. LPA reviewed records of the licensee; Licensee has EMSA approved pediatric CPR/First Aid training, which expires 04/2026 and Mandated Reporter Training, which expires 03/2026. Licensee understands both CPR and mandated reporter training's’ must be completed every two years. Licensee is aware of and practicing safe sleep regulations. LPA observed 15 minute sleep checks being conducted and documented for all children under 2 years old and sleep plans on file.The Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep was provided as an additional resource and was reminded the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website https://www.cpsc.gov/ All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a 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. 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/ . 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. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided.If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For additional information regarding the inspection please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process . During today’s inspection, LPA determined the facility to be in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. No deficiencies were cited in the areas evaluated. During the exit interview, the licensee, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.