Pre-licensing visit·June 6, 2023

On 06/06/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Jeovanna Yanez met with Applicant, Arlene Abat for a pre-licensing inspection. Applicant is the only individual that resides in the home. Background clearances are discussed and LIS 531 is signed indicating that the adults currently living in the home and/or providing care and supervision to children have a criminal record clearance. Facility was inspected inside and outside as shown on the facility sketch and the following items were discussed: · This is a single story three bedroom, two bathroom home and children will have access to the front living room, back living room, kitchen, dining room, bedroom #2 and hallway bathroom. Off-limits rooms are made inaccessible by use of plastic door knob covers. · There is a fireplace in the back living room that applicant states will not be used during day-care hours. · In the front living room, LPA observed comfortable furnishings and a flat screen television mounted on a stand. In the back living room, LPA observed 2 infant swings, a large alphabet carpet, comfortable furnishings, and safe games, toys, and books for the children. In bedroom #2, LPA observed two cots and two play yards. Children will nap on cots, Infants will nap on mats in bedroom #2. Applicant understands she is to supervise children at all times. LPA provided applicant with Individual Sleeping Plan and Safe Sleep handout. · Facility has 2A10BC fire extinguisher, smoke alarm, carbon monoxide alarm and first aid kit in place. · Applicant’s Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification was completed through HSI Pediatric with Emergency Medical Services Authority stickers (EMSA) and expires on October 20, 2024. (CONTINUED ON 809-C) · Preventative Health and Safety Course with Prevention of Lead exposure certification was completed on April 10, 2023. · Knives and medications are stored in a top kitchen cabinet. Cleaning compounds are stored in a top laundry room cabinet made inaccessible via safety latch. · Advised applicant fire drills are to be conducted once every 6 months and must be documented with date and time. A fire drill log was provided as an example. · Applicant is advised at least one staff member with current training in pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR is to be on site at all times children are present. · There are no bodies of water in the home or premises. · Applicant states there are no pets in the home or on the premises. · Applicant states there are no firearms or ammunition in the home or premises. · Applicant is reminded that any advertising (of day-care) such as business cards, flyers/posters, and/or signs must include facility number as per Title 22 Regulation "Advertisements and License Number" 102359 (a) . · Applicant is advised that smoking is prohibited on the premises of a family child care home as specified in Health and Safety Code Section 1596.795(a). Applicant states the home is smoke-free. · Applicant states she will not be transporting day care children. Applicant understands that she must have proper car restraints and/or car seats for all the children under her care when transporting children. · Fenced backyard has cement and sodded area for the children. There is a patio porch for shade. LPA observed a large play yard, children size table and chairs, an infant swing, patio furniture, a Fisher Price basketball hoop, a rocking horse, a little tykes play boat, and two tricycles. · SB 792 immunizations verified and on file. · Applicant completed the Mandated Reporter Training on March 28, 2023. · LPA discussed safe sleep regulations and Safe Sleep Concepts were given to applicant. · Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) are not currently being provided. 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. (CONTINUED ON 809-C) Required postings, forms packet, which included Parent Notification Requirement and LIC9224 were provided and discussed in detail. Applicant is advised that she may access CCLD website at www.ccld.ca.gov for additional forms and licensing updates. Applicant is also reminded that it is her responsibility to read the regulations periodically. Applicant states she will operate her day care Monday through Friday from 6:00 am to 5:30 pm and as arranged. No overnight care will be provided. LPA & applicant discussed the Community Care Licensing website: LPA and applicant discussed new additions to the website that include the new PIN (Provider Information Notification) and information for providers including the Quarterly Update that informs licensees of new legislation and regulations. Please follow these steps go to http://www.cdss.ca.gov/ , click on “information and resources” click “Community Care Licensing” Click “quarterly updates” click “Child Care advocates program” and register to PIN. Applicant is advised the following items must be corrected and documentation be sent to Fresno CCL within the next 30 days to avoid possible withdraw. · Applicant to remove the protruding nails located on the backyard fence. Pending verification of corrections of the above items and a final review of her application, licensure as a Small Family Day Care Home capacity of 8 children ages under 18 years will be recommended.