Routine inspection·November 17, 2022

On 11/17/2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ruby Ocegueda, conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection and was met by Licensee, Shenika Bigelow. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. LPA toured the home inside and outside and a census was taken. Current facility sketch reviewed today. Licensee confirmed that the children have access to the kitchen, dining area, one hall bathroom, living room, day care room and converted garage. The children primarily use the converted garage for care and there is a baby gate that is placed between the converted garage and the rest of the home and from the yard. Licensee assists children when they go to the bathroom due to their age and abilities. Licensee also uses the den for napping children. LPA inspected the den today and no hazards were found. Bedroom #1 and Master bedroom are off limits and made inaccessible by locked door and/or top door chain locks. There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises. There are no firearms or ammunition on the premises. During the inspection of the back yard, multiple bottles of motor oil were observed near a shed. Licensee confirmed the observation and indicated that the yard is used for care at times. The bottles were immediately removed and placed in a locked shed. LPA did not observe any accessible medication, cleaning compounds or other hazards inside the home. The fireplace located in the living room is made inaccessible by a glass door and will not be in use during daycare hours. 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. Outside there was one wood toy structure that was beginning to chip, LPA discussed this observation with licensee and she stated she would repair it or remove it. Safe toys and play equipment are observed. The home has working telephone service and LPA confirmed the phone number is (559) 288-1283. There are currently no infants in care. LPA discussed Safe Sleep Regulations with licensee. Report continued to 809-C 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. Capacity as specified on the license is being maintained. LPA reviewed a sample of children\342\200\231s files and observed files were complete with emergency information as required. Licensee\342\200\231s Mandated Reporter Training was completed on 3/5/2021. Licensee\342\200\231s pediatric CPR/First Aid expires on 5/10/2023. A review of records indicates that all employees and/or volunteers have immunization records on file for influenza and pertussis. Licensee could not find proof of measles vaccine today, however was previously verified. Licensee was advised that all pertinent records should be available for review during inspections. All adults who reside or work in the home have a criminal record clearance or exemption. There are no excluded individuals present at this home. 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 deficiency is being cited: (see next page, 809 D) Licensee was provided a copy of appeal rights. An exit interview was conducted with licensee today. 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.