Routine inspection·June 22, 2023

On 6/22/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ruby Ocegueda, conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection and was met by Licensee, Sofia Gonzalez. Also present were Staff #2 and Staff #3. Licensee is Spanish Speaking and LPA Ocegueda conducted the inspection in Spanish. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM . Today, LPA Ocegueda counted 17 children in care. Two children (child #1 and child #2) left the facility approximately 5 minutes after LPA arrived and upon counting the children two additional children (child #3 and child #4) were picked up, putting license back within her allowed capacity. Licensee confirmed the observation and stated she would not allow additional children to be dropped off under any circumstances. LPA toured the home inside and outside and a census was taken. Current facility sketch reviewed, and Licensee confirmed that the kitchen, one hall bathroom, back yard and living room are used for providing care and are accessible to children. All other rooms are off-limits and made inaccessible by use of a baby gate. There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises. There are no firearms or ammunition on the premises. All poisons are kept in a locked storage area. No poisons were observed during the inspection. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible. There are no fireplaces or open face heaters in the home. There is a working fire extinguisher, smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. There are no stairs in this home. The home has working telephone service and LPA confirmed the phone number is (559) 286-2945. There were two infants in care today. Only one was observed to nap inside a crib (child #5) and another infant (child #4) was observed sleeping inside a stroller outside with assistant #2. Licensee stated she had a play pen, but upon inspection, it was observed that play pen was stored behind a shed and not easily accessible. Licensee stated she observed children at least every 15 minutes as they nap in the living room, however today licensee stated she does not document their naps on nap log as required. Child #5 was observed sleeping with a blanket. Child #5 is approximately 21 months old. LPA reviewed Safe Sleep regulations and provided written resources. Licensee ensures that children in care are supervised at all times and is aware children shall not be left in parked vehicles. Car seats are used for transportation purposes only and are not used for sleeping children. The outdoor play area in the backyard is fenced and there are no hazards to children present. Licensee did have a children\342\200\231s roster, however five children were missing from the roster. Licensee had all files for the children who were in care today (total of 17). Licensee was reminded that all children should be added to the roster as soon as they are enrolled. Licensee stated she conducts fire drills, however had not documented the fire drills since September 2022. Licensee\342\200\231s Mandated Reporter Training was completed on 1/19/2022. Licensee\342\200\231s pediatric CPR/First Aid expires on 7/2024. A review of records indicates that all employees and/or volunteers have immunization records on file for influenza, pertussis and measles. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) are not currently being provided. Licensee is aware that an IMS plan is required to be submitted to the licensing office if they provide any of these services. Information regarding Americans with Disability Act (ADA) can be obtained by contacting US Department of Justice toll free ADA Information line at (800) 514-0301(voice), (800) 514-0383 (TDD) and website link https://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . LPA and Licensee discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to Provider Information Notices (PINs), Quarterly Updates, COVID-19 Information and Resources, Mandated Reporter Training, Safe Sleep in Child Care, Lead Poisoning Facts, Forms and Regulations. Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations, the following deficiencies are being cited: (see next page, 809 D) Licensee was provided a copy of appeal rights. This report shall be made available to the public upon request. LIC 9213 Notice of Site Visit is provided and required to be posted for 30 days.