Routine inspection·November 8, 2022

On 11/ 8 /2022 , Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carol Heath conducted an unannounced Required 1-Year inspection at the Chairenza Family Child Care . Upon arrival, the LPA met with the licensee, Nancy Chairenza who guided the LPA on a tour of the facility. Family members residing in the home include 3 adults (licensee, licensee spouse, licensee adult daughter) and one child. Per LIS, facility annual fees are current. Per the licensee, Days/Hours of Operation are Tuesday through Friday, 7 AM to 6 PM . There were 6 daycare children, 1 assistant, and a spouse present during this inspection. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. According to the licensee, she have 2 children with IMS needs at this time. The Home is set up as follows: This is a two story 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home with kitchen/dining, family room, living room, formal dining room, enclosed patio-sunroom/play room (permitted), laundry room and garage. There is an in-ground pool/spa on the premises. The garage is used for storage only and no childcare activities are conducted there. The home was inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, central air, and heat and ventilation. The home has central heating and air conditioning. All windows have screens and are free of cracks, bugs, and debris. \303\230 Main Area: Main care is provided in the enclosed patio-sunroom/playroom. There are two bathrooms for child care. Children use the bathroom in the enclosed patio playroom-sunroom and in hallway next to the kitchen. Children eat, play, conduct activities, and sleep in the enclosed patio-sunroom/playroom. \302\267 Patio-Sunroom/Playroom: LPA observed age-appropriate toys and furniture for the children. LPA observed: A small table was observed with a total of eight chairs. Several plastic storage bins were observed in which games and toys are stored for the children. A small play kitchen was located by the door with which children can play. There are games and books on the premises of this facility. There are mats on the floor that have educational/learning activities on them. The mats were observed to be in good condition. \302\267 Children Bathroom (#1 and 2): Children use the bathroom in the enclosed patio playroom-sunroom and in hallway next to the kitchen. The Bathroom was toured and inspected sink/toilet is in operable condition. Toilet and faucets are clean, safe, and operable. All poison and medications are made inaccessible to children with child safety latches on the sink cabinet and drawers. The bathroom was observed to be free and clear of hazardous items. The bathroom was clean, sanitized, and in good repair. \302\267 Backyard: The backyard was inspected; The backyard is gated all around. The outdoor play area was observed to be free of hazards, and loose and sharp parts. Children play in the backyard. The backyard is completely fenced. There is an additional property next door that is used for outside play along with the backyard of the home. The additional yard/property next door has a jungle gym with a slide and swing that is anchored, a grassy area and other Little Tikes play equipment. The backyard of the home has a dog run area, grassy area, patio, and in-ground pool. The in-ground pool has mesh fencing and gate. The gate is self-closing and self-latching and has 5 feet fence/gate in height. The pool is in regulation. LPA observered a barbecue grill without a cover. \303\230 Off-limit : Off-limit areas include the entire upstairs (Bedroom #2, #3, and #4, bathroom #1 and #2), office/Bedroom #1, laundry, and garage (key lock). Kitchen/Dining Room \303\230 Others: \302\267 AC/Heating Unit was observed. AC/Heating Unit is located on the right side of the home and is inaccessible to children via barrels blocking access to the unit. \302\267 Bodies of water: LPA observed a pool, hot tubs, spas, and fish pond in the facility. There is a fence at least five feet high and the fence does not obscure the pool from view. The gates swing away from the pool, self-close, and have a self-latching device located no more than six inches from the top of the gate. \302\267 Electrical outlets: All unused electrical outlets are plugged in and made inaccessible to children. \302\267 Fire extinguisher (2A10BC) : LPA observed there is a required fire extinguisher (2A10BC) fully charge and located in the kitchen inaccessible to children. It meets standards established by the State Fire Marshall. \302\267 Fireplace: The fireplace was observed in the off-limits Family room and is screened. \302\267 Hanging window blind cords : The cords are accessible to children. \302\267 Incidental Medical Services (IMS): Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. 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 the publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . The Licensee will be providing IMS to the children at this time. \302\267 Isolation area (Illness): Per the licensee, if the child shows signs of illness, he/she will be separated from other children and stay in Living Room . \302\267 Medications and cleaning solutions : upper kitchen cabinet, laundry room), medicines (off-limits bedroom), and hazardous items (sharp knives in the kitchen \302\267 Napping: Children will nap in the designated nap areas with adult supervision. LPA observed 8 mats in the closet. \302\267 Pets: 1 dog. They have current vaccinations. \302\267 Phone service: There is a working landline or cell phone \302\267 Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide: The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide devices tested operable. \302\267 The First Aid kit is located in the key-locked closet inaccessible to children. The First Aid Kit was observed complete with supplies and a first aid manual . \302\267 Transportation : The licensee will not transport daycare children. \302\267 Weapons or Firearms: Per the licensee, there are firearms at the facility at this time. Firearms are kept in a gun safe in the upstair separate from the ammunition (kept upstairs, locked). LPA observed firearms kept locked in a safe in an off-limits bedroom. LPA confirmed that ammunition is kept separately. Firing pins are stored and locked separately from firearms. \303\230 Documentation: \302\267 Child files : LPA reviewed 8 children's records, the records are incomplete and missing forms. \302\267 CPR/First Aid: LPA observed licensee has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Training with expiration date (09/2021) 1 hour of nutrition training, (8) hours of Preventive Health and Safety Training. \302\267 Facility Roster: LPA observed Child Care, Facility Roster is not update. Per Licensing Information System, facility annual fees were current. \302\267 Fire Drill and Disaster Drill: Per the licensee, fire and disaster drills are conducted every 6 months; the last drill was documented and conducted on 10/14-17 \302\267 Immunization: The licensee has the required immunizations. The licensee provided a written statement declining the influenza vaccination. The assistant does not have her MMR and Dtap shot record. \302\267 Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC 9227): No Infant enroll in the program. \302\267 Licensee has posted as required the Facility License , Emergency Disaster plan , and Parents Rights Poster. \302\267 Mandated Reporter Training: The licensee and her assistant have not completed the online mandated reporter training at www.mandatedreporterca.com \302\267 Staff Personnel File: LPA observed 1 staff information. The file did contained all required licensing documents: Shot record, LIC 508, Mandated Report Training, LIC 9108 \303\230 The following information was discussed with the licensee : \303\274 Mandatory Forms for the children\342\200\231s files and provider\342\200\231s files. \303\274 Requirements for fire drills, earthquake drills, and documentation for both. \303\274 The role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were discussed. \303\274 The licensee is reminded that 100% supervision is required for children at all times. \303\274 Capacity requirements, Roster requirements, Posting requirements, and Documentation requirements for disaster drills (fire and earthquake). Mandatory Forms for the children\342\200\231s files and provider\342\200\231s files, and Safe Sleep Awareness. The role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were reviewed. The licensee was reminded that supervision is always required for children in care. \303\274 Licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. The licensee was advised that the inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. Licensing must always have the facility\342\200\231s phone number; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified. \303\274 The licensee was advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC624B \303\274 The licensee was informed of the responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hot-line at 1-800-540-4000. Also, call the CCL office and follow up with a written Unusual Incident/Injury Report (LIC 624B). \303\274 Criminal Record Statement: Licensee [or facility representative] was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to the initial presence in a licensed Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. \303\274 Safe Sleep: LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the licensee [or facility representative] and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed the licensee [facility representative] 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. \303\274 Notice of Site Visit: A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. \303\274 Posting Requirements: Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. \303\274 Type A citation: LPA (name of analyst) informed licensee [or facility representative] (include name) that this report dated (insert visit date) document(s) (number of Types A citation) Type A citation(s) which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is/are immediate risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPA (name of analyst) informed the licensee [or facility representative] to provide a copy of this licensing report dated (insert visit date) that documents any Type A citation(s) to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. \303\274 The regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco in a private residence that is licensed as a family childcare home and in those areas of the family daycare home where children are present (24/7 ban). State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers, and any other items that fall into that category. \303\274 --Licensee was advised to visit the CCL website ( www.ccld.ca.gov ) to obtain updates on courses and updates/changes to the regulations. n Our Quarterly updates come out every 3 months they are also now in Spanish please log in to the CCLD website or you can email our advocates to have the quarterly updates sent directly to your email. Child Care Advocates information: www.childcareadvocatesprogram@cdss.ca.gov \303\274 The Duty Worker is available for questions Monday through Friday at (661) 202-3318 from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. \303\274 A copy of the Safe Sleep Proposed Regulations was provided to Licensee. \303\274 LPA provided consultation during the inspection. Deficiencies cited: (See LIC 809D). The following Type B deficiencies are being cited in accordance with Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and/or Health & Safety codes. An exit interview was conducted and the report was reviewed with the licensee Nancy Chairenza.