Routine inspection·September 8, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst Erwina Pascual-Golamco (LPA) conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Licensee, Eliza Reed. LPA observed 11 children in care with licensee and one cleared staff. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 12:00 Noon. 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: UPSTAIRS, DECK, LARGE PLAY STRUCTURE, ZIP LINE AND SHEEP BARN. Licensee acknowledged that children may never enter these off-limit areas. The stairs are fenced or barricaded. LPA conducted a health and safety inspection and observed that the facility is clean, sanitary, and in good repair with ventilation. LPA observed the required documents were posted where visible to parents. 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 weapons or firearms on the premises. LPA observed a hot tub/spa on the licensee\342\200\231s premises that did not meet Tittle 22 requirements, LPA observed spa/hot tub was covered, but was not locked, chemicals beside the hot tub/spa was accessible to children as the gate leading up to the spa was open. Licensee locked the gate leading up to the deck and stored the chemicals in an off limits area, inaccessible to children. Licensee stated the lock of the cover of the spa is not working, and suggested to drain the spa by the end of the day. continued on LIC809C... LPA observed a current children's roster and fire drill log that was last conducted on 8/30/23. LPA reviewed children\342\200\231s files and provided technical assistance regarding required documentation in children's files. LPA observed the CPR/First Aid certificate was current for licensee valid until 03/24. Mandated Reporter Certificate valid until 08/25. Licensee was reminded both trainings must be completed every two years. LPA reviewed staff and facility files and observed the required documentation. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee 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/ . Licensee was informed of the https://mychildcareplan.org/ ; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. continued on LIC809C... 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 . Based on today\342\200\231s inspection, Title 22 Deficiency is being cited on LIC809-D and an immediate civil penalty of $500 is being assessed for bodies of water. The Licensee was informed that this report dated 09/08/2023 documents one Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days. The Licensee shall also provide a copy of this licensing report to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. Licensee has been provided with appeal rights. A notice of site visit was given to licensee and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days. Licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS on 8/28/23. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Licensee, Eliza Reed.