Routine inspection·April 10, 2025

On 04/10/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Soleil Marx met with Licensee, Kimberlee Laperle, for the purpose of conducting an unannounced annual inspection. During the inspection, LPA observed a census of seven children in care being supervised by the licensee and assistant. Ages of children were verified during file review to ensure capacity was adhered to. Facilities hours of operation are Monday through Friday 07:00 AM to 05:00 PM. A health and safety inspection was conducted in the areas accessible to children. The off-limits areas include: entire second floor, laundry room, hall closet, garage, left side of yard. 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/closed 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 with age-appropriate toys, equipment, and materials available to children both indoors and outdoors. LPA observed that hazardous items such as cleaning compounds, sharp utensils, and other items that could pose a danger to children in care, are stored out of children's reach in child locked cabinets/drawers and in off-limit areas. LPA observed supervision, and personal rights requirements being met. LPA observed wood burning stove and stairs within the home are barricaded by baby gates. Licensee stated there are no bodies of water on the premises. Licensee understands that all poisons on the premises must be locked with a key lock or combination lock. LPA observed firearms within the home and secured and locked properly to meet regulation. LPA reviewed records for facility, licensee/assistant, and children. LPA observed required postings were visible to authorized representatives. LPA observed children's roster and fire drill log being maintained. LPA verified children's files were complete with required forms/documentation. LPA reviewed records of the licensee and assistant; Licensee has pediatric CPR/First Aid training, which expires 12/2025 and Mandated Reporter Training, which expires 02/2026. Licensee understands CPR and mandated reporter training must be completed every two years. LPA verified 15 minute sleep checks were documented for infants under 2 years old. Infant sleep plans were not verified; no infants under 12 months in care. LPA discussed safe sleep requirements with licensee. Licensee is aware of and practicing safe sleep regulations. LPA referred licensee Safe Sleep webpage : https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep As an additional resource. LPA 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. 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 This facility does not currently have any children with medication. 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 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 . During today\342\200\231s inspection, LPA determined the facility to be in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. No deficiencies were cited based on 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.