Routine inspection·January 27, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Isabel Ortega conducted an unannounced annual random inspection. The LPA met with licensee who guided the LPA on a tour of the facility. Upon entry to the facility the LPA observed 2 children in care. This is a single-story family home. There is a living room, kitchen, dining room, three bedrooms, two restroom, office room, den and a detached garage. The off-limits areas are the three bedrooms, one restroom, kitchen, office room and the detached garage. Main care is provided in the den referred to as the Child Care area. The children use the bathroom located to the right down the hall from the main entrance of the home. The rooms are maintained inaccessible to children in care with child safety knobs and child safety chains. The day care home provides breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack and dinner as needed. The operating child care hours are Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The home was inspected inside and out for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, heating and ventilation, inaccessibility to poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, and hazardous items that can pose a danger to children. The knives are kept in the kitchen inaccessible to children in care. All cleaning supplies and chemicals are stored under the sink and are inaccessible to children. There are age appropriate toys and equipment on the premises. Per the licensee there are no weapons or firearms of any kind in the facility. The LPA did not observe any weapons. The First Aid kit was observed and complete. The required fire extinguisher (2A10BC), smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were found to be in operable condition (tested at 4:10 p.m.). Fire and disaster drills are conducted every six-month, last emergency drill was conducted today 1/3/2022. Licensee's Pediatric CPR and First Aid certificate is current and expires 6/2023. Licensee had all the required posted documents: Facility License (LIC 203, Notice of Parent's Rights Poster (PUB 394), Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610A), and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC 9148) The licensee provided proof of immunization against pertussis (TDAP), measles (MMR), and influenza. Licensee was not able to provide a current Mandated Reporter certification last completed on 3/8/2019. The LPA observed a current child roster. Child files were found to be complete. The backyard and front yard are gated all around. The front yard is utilized for outdoor play, it is free from debris. The following were discussed: No smoking, infant walkers, Johnny jumpers, exersaucers and any other item that falls into that category are permitted in the facility. The LPA also discussed earthquake safety and necessity of drills, required forms for children\342\200\231s files, facility files and posting requirements and penalty. The licensee was informed that all adults living in or having access to the home are required to have fingerprint clearances with Department of Justice, FBI and Child Abuse Index prior to having contact with children. If the aforementioned is not adhered to, a Civil Penalty of up to $500, per non-cleared adult will be assessed immediately. Please advise your analysis of any person who will be visiting regularly or for longer than #1 week. The Licensee was reminded to report Unusual Incidents. A report shall be made to the department by telephone or fax during the department's normal business hours before the close of the next working day following the occurrence during the operation of family day care home. In addition, a written report shall be submitted to the department within seven days following the occurrence of any events specified above. The applicant was informed to utilize the Unusual Incident Report/Injury Report form LIC624B when submitting the report to the department. Safe Sleep regulations (under 24 months) were discussed with Licensee and referred to the CCL web site for additional information and PINS. Provided licensee with an infant sleep plan form LIC 9227. Beginning on January 1, 2018, Assembly Bill 1207 (2015) requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. Applicants must meet requirements as a precondition to licensure. New employees shall have 90 days from date of employment to complete training as required. The training may be conducted at the following website www.mandatedreporterca.com . 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 publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm Child Care Advocates: To sign up for our Quarterly Updates please email the Child Care Advocates at chilcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov & (916) 654-1541. www.ccld.ca.gov, The licensee was informed of the responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hot-line at 1-800-540-4000. The facility was found to not be in compliance per Title 22 regulations, one B deficiency will be cited today. An exit interview was conducted, a copy of this Report and a Notice of Site visit was provided to the licensee. Appeal rights were provided and discussed with licensee, Erlinda Zita.