Follow-up·April 11, 2023

On 04/11/2023 at 10:30am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) David Miller conducted an unannounced case management inspection for the purpose of a capacity increase from a small to a large license. LPA met with the licensee, Petra Camacho. Five (5) preschool daycare children were also present. On 01/25/2023, Licensee submitted an application (LIC 279) requesting a capacity increase. The Fire Safety Inspection Request (STD 850) was approved for fourteen (14) children on 03/13/2023. This four (4) bedroom, two (2) bath home was toured and inspected. Applicant will utilize the Living Room, Dining Room, Hallway bathroom and bedroom 1 for childcare. Off limits areas include the kitchen, bedrooms 2 and 3, Master Bedroom and bathroom, Laundry Room, and Garage, which are made inaccessible to children through the use of door knob covers and safety gate. Licensee was reminded that continuous supervision is to be given to children whenever engaged in outdoor activities. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 5:30am to 5:30pm. Licensee stated she will notify the Department of any changes in the hours of operation. The fire extinguisher is rated 2A 10B: C. and is mounted in the hallway wall. The smoke/carbon monoxide detector meets requirements and is operational. LPA observed that the home has sufficient space, toys, and equipment available for children\342\200\231s use. Licensee\342\200\231s First Aid and CPR certifications expire on 08/28/2023. Licensee has required immunizations. Licensee completed the mandated reporter training on 01/11/2023. The facility roster is maintained and was reviewed there are no weapons or ammunition in the facility. LPA observed and took pictures of the fence that surrounds the pool and gate that is self-latching and opens away from the pool. The fence surrounding the backyard pool currently meets current regulations The Licensee was provided with the Ratio/Capacity Worksheet for a large family childcare home. The Licensee acknowledged that if no assistant provider is present at a Large Family Child Care Home, then the Licensee shall comply with the capacity requirements for a Small Family Child Care Home. Licensee stated that has property owner landlord consent (LIC-9149) to care for 14 children. The Licensee is advised to regularly visit the Community Care Licensing WEB SITE: http://www.ccld.ca.gov/ for quarterly updates and updated regulation information. Duty Line was provided: (619) 767-2248. Southern California Child Care Advocate (SCCCA) information was provided. The Licensee is already enrolled in this program\342\200\231s email email list through the CCLD website, thus receives updated regulation information. Advocate information was provided: (916) 654-1541 and childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with this posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Petra Camacho. License for capacity increase will be granted after a final file review.