Pre-licensing visit·September 30, 2022

On 09/30/2022, at 10:00 a.m. Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Esequiel Rodriguez made an announced inspection with Licensee, Ayde Jaime for the purpose of conducting a required relocation facility Pre-Licensing Inspection prior to license for a prospective small Family Child Care Home, and to ensure the Family Child Care Home (FCCH) facility meets basic licensing requirements set forth by Title 22 California Code of Regulations, Health and Safety and Statutory requirements. And to ensure the facility is set up to provide a safe and healthy place for children. The LPA met with Licensee and stated the purpose for the inspection as stated above. The LPA explained that Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) is focusing efforts on, but not limited to, three priority areas: prevention, compliance, and enforcement. Additionally, the LPA explained that CCL will offer resources and continue to assist Ms. Jaime in her ability to consistently demonstrate compliance. The LPA provided and discussed the Prelicensing Entrance Check List form (LIC 9280) to the Licensee. The tentative hours of operation will be Monday through Friday from 5 a.m to 5 p.m. However, the schedule may vary depending on the needs/work schedule of the parents, that can include weekends and late hours. At 10:35 p.m. the LPA along with the Licensee toured the facility inside and out and inspected the following: The physical plant of the prospective FCCH is a single story home consists of a living room, kitchen, dining area, restroom, two bedrooms, two bathrooms. It has a back and front yard including a side runaway yards. The main areas designated to provide childcare are the living room, master bedroom room and backyard. Off limit areas are the kitchen, land laundry floor, and any other area that may create a hazard when caring for children. The kitchen area is gated. The home is neat and clean with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. Carbon Monoxide Detector, Smoke Alarm(s) and Fire Extinguishers meet standards established by the State Fire Marshall. Pg-2 Off Limits areas have been properly designated. There are no Bodies of Water. There are no exposed fireplace place or heater. At this time there is no land-line phone at the Facility. However, per applicant there will always be a cellular or smart phone available and 100% charged at the facility. Outdoor play areas contains age appropriate toys and is free of hazards. The home has safe toys, play equipment and materials. Toilet and faucets are clean, safe and operable; bathtub and shower are free of hazard. All electrical outlets are inaccessible to children. The home has appropriate materials for napping (cots, mats, cribs and/or playpens) are available. All windows are free of cracks, bugs and debris. Hanging window blinds cords are inaccessible to children. Emergency supplies are maintained in the laundry room, At the time of the inspection, the home is free from defects or conditions which might endanger a child. The facility has a first-aid kit with all required supplies (Current edition of a first-aid manual, Sterile first-aid dressings, Bandages or roller bandages, Adhesive tape, Scissors, Tweezers, Thermometer, and Antiseptic solution.) The kit is accessible to provider(s) but inaccessible to children. The Emergency Disaster Plan and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist is posted in a prominent place and will ensure fire drills and disaster drills are conducted at least once every six months. The applicant is well aware that cribs or play pens/yards being used or planned to be used have not been banned or recalled by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission and that the she will be present in the home and ensure that children in care are supervised at all times. When circumstances require the licensee to be temporarily absent from the home, the licensee will arrange for a substitute adult to care for and supervise the children during his/her absence. She knows that temporary absences shall not exceed 20 percent of the hours that the facility is providing care per day. The applicant as well as assistant have a current criminal background and association. The LPA explained that all adults 18 years old and over living in the home, persons who provide care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed Pg-3 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. The applicant/Licensee has documentation of proof of control of property at the FCCH and is available for review. The applicant/License will ensures fire drills and disaster drills are conducted at least once every six months. The applicant/Licensee has completed the required mandated reporter training and is aware that everyone providing services to children must complete this training. The mandated reporter training renewal status is every two years following the date on which they completed the initial mandated reporter training. The applicant also has a current pediatric first aid and CPR. Posted on a prominent place are the Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610A); the Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC 9148), Notification of Parents' Rights Poster (PUB 394.) and when licensed, the Facility License, (LIC 203) will also be posted in an area of the home where it can be easily seen. The licensee is aware of reporting requirements in accordance with (IAW) Title 22 requirements. Following the inspection, to increase provider knowledge and competency of child development and licensing requirements, LPA Rodriguez provided additional information and resources. At the time of the inspection, the facility was in compliance per Title 22 regulations, and ready for licensure. The LPA discussed any observations and pertinent regulatory licensing standards and responded to applicant's concerns and viewpoints. Also provided follow up information and technical assistance via advisory notes regarding where to locate (PINS) Provider Information Notices. Where to locate training. How to access CCL Web applications/links, and how to subscribe to Child Care Licensing Quarterly Updates and other pertinent information. At the time of the inspection there were no pending issues or concerns that precludes from licensing the new location. No deficiencies or hazards were noted during the inspection. Therefore, the home is ready for licensure. Copy of this report and Notice of Site Visit was provided to Ms. Jaime and an exit Interview was conducted.