Routine inspection·September 18, 2024

On 9/18/2024 , Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carol Heath conducted an unannounced Required annual inspection at the Crowell & Haugen Family Childcare Home. Upon arrival, the LPA met with the licensee, Dwane Crowell, who guided the LPA on a facility tour. Individuals that reside in the home include two adults (licensee, licensee spouse) and three children (age:13,12 and 5). Per Guardian, all adults in this facility obtain a criminal record clearance. This is a large family childcare facility. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. During the inspection, LPA observed 3 childcare children (2,3,5 years old) with licensee Dwane. Per the Licensing Information System, annual facility fees were Not current. LPA provided the PIN for licensee to pay on-line. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. Per the licensee, she does not have children who need IMS. The home is set up as follows: This single-story home has 3 bedrooms and 2 ½ bathrooms. A living room, kitchen, dining area, laundry room, and a garage. It has a back and front yard, a side yard, and a pool area. The following areas are used for daycare: Daycare is provided in the living room, dining room, inside play area, and backyard. All rooms, the garage, laundry room, office art room, pool area, and any other area that may create a hazard are off-limits. The designated playroom (Living room) has adequate age-appropriate toys, books, games, napping mats, and hygienic diaper-changing equipment. LPA observed age-appropriate toys and furniture for the children. There are games and books on the premises of this facility. The carpets need to be repair. · Children's bathroom: Children will use the bathroom down the hall to the left. The bathroom was the tour. The bathroom was clean, sanitized, and in good repair. The toilet was inspected, and the sink/toilet is operable. The toilet and faucets are clean, safe, and operable. The bathroom was observed to be free and clear of hazardous items. · Kitchen/Dining Room: The kitchen was inspected to ensure dangerous items were inaccessible to children (Safety latches). Sharp utensils, poisons, and medications are unavailable to children in the kitchen, and child safety latches are on cabinet doors and drawers. · Backyard: The backyard was inspected, and the children use it for outdoor play. The area was free of hazards, sharp objects, or loose parts. There are both grass and the concrete regions available for active play. LPA observed a trampoline (not for childcare children) in the backyard. Several broken toys, including a playhouse and a truck (see pictures), were noted and need to be removed or repaired. The backyard fences also require repairs, as several sections are unstable. When LPA applied pressure, the fences moved. Additionally, LPA observed an above-ground pool with a 5-foot-tall gate. According to the licensee, Dwane Crowell, the right side of the backyard is off-limits to children. However, LPA reminded the licensee that children must always be supervised. Other: · An AC/Heating Unit and a Swamp Cooler unit were observed. The AC/Heating Unit is located on the home's roof and is inaccessible to children, and the swamp cooler unit is also inaccessible to children. · Bodies of water: Per the licensee, there is a pool in the home. However, there is no water. Iron fences are at least five feet high and shall be constructed so that the fence does obscure the pool from view. The bottom and sides of the fence comply with Division 1, Appendix Chapter 4 of the 1994 Uniform Building Code. LPA observed the barriers; gates shall swing away from the pool. The self-close and have self-latching device. · Electrical outlets: All unused electrical outlets are plugged in and made inaccessible to children. · Food: The licensee is enrolled in the Food program and will provide Breakfast, lunch, and snacks. · Fire extinguisher (2A10BC): LPA observed a required fire extinguisher (2A10BC) reading in Green. It is located in the Living room, inaccessible to children. According to the licensee, the fire extinguisher did not have service since 2022. · Fireplace: The fireplace was observed in the living room and is screened to make it inaccessible to the children. · Hanging window blind cords: The cords are inaccessible to children. · Isolation area (Illness): Per the licensee, if the child shows signs of illness, they will be separated from other children and stay near the front door. · Medications and cleaning solutions: Detergents/cleaning compounds are in the upper kitchen cabinet, inaccessible to the children. Medications are in the off-limits bedroom. · Napping: Children will nap in designated areas with adult supervision. LPA observed 8 mats in the closet. · Overnight Care: According to the licensee, it does not provide overnight care. · Pets: Chinchilla is in the dining room area. · Phone service: There is a working landline or cell phone. · Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide: The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide devices tested operable. · The First Aid kit is in the key-locked laundry room, inaccessible to children. The First Aid Kit was observed to be complete with supplies and a first aid manual. · Transportation: The licensee does provide transportation for children. The licensee has a valid California driver's license, valid vehicle insurance, and vehicle registration. · Weapons or Firearms: Per the licensee, there are No Firearms at the facility at this time. LPA does not observe any firearms. LPA reviewed the following Documentation: · Child files: LPA observed that 5 children's files and the records were in order. · CPR/First Aid : LPA observed that the licensee has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Training with an expiration date (of 12/2025) . · Fire Drill and Disaster Drill: According to the licensee, fire and disaster drills are conducted every six months. · Immunization: The licensee and her assistant have the required immunizations (MMR and DTaP). They provided a written statement declining the influenza vaccination. · Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC 9227) and Sleeping Log: LPA shared the information with the licensee. Per the licensee, NO infant (0-12 months) is enrolled in the facility. · The licensees missed the Earthquake preparedness (LIC 9148). · Mandated Reporter Training : The licensee has completed and renewed the online mandated reporter training at www.mandatedreporterca.com on 10/16/2023. The following information was discussed with the licensee: o Mandatory Forms for the children's and assistant files. o The licensee is reminded that 100% supervision is always required for children. o Capacity, Roster requirements, and Documentation requirements for disaster drills (fire and earthquake). o The licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know the regulations and to know 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's phone number; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified. o Licenses were advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC624B. o The licensee was informed of the responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-540-4000. Also, call the CCL office and follow up with a written Unusual Incident/Injury Report (LIC 624B). o A baby walker shall not be allowed on the premises of a family childcare home in accordance with Health and Safety code sections 1596.848(b) and (c). State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers, and other items that fall into that category. o Posting Requirements: Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. o 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 day care home where children are present (24/7 ban). o Licensee was advised to visit the CCL website ( www.ccld.ca.gov ) to obtain updates on courses and updates/changes to the regulations. o 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 o To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/process . o 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 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. o 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. o A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. o The Duty Worker is available for questions Monday through Friday at (661) 202-3318 from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. No deficiencies are being cited at this time. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Dwane Crowell.