Routine inspection·July 3, 2024

On July 3, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), V. Wheatley conducted an Annual Inspection and was met by Licensee Rosemary Barrett. The licensee's daughter who is also her assistant was on the premises. The licensee is operating Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7:15am to 5:30pm. Children enter through the front door and may be picked up at the rear gate. LPA toured the home inside and outside and a census was taken. LPA observed two day care children present today. Capacity as specified on the license is being maintained. Current facility sketch reviewed and confirmed that the living room and the main bathroom are used for providing care accessible to children. All other rooms are off-limits and made inaccessible. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medication and other hazardous items in the kitchen and in the bathroom are made inaccessible. There is a working fire extinguisher, smoke detector/carbon monoxide combo detector and adequate heating and air condition for safety and comfort. There are two wall heaters which are screened. There are no stairs in the home. Safe toys and play equipment are observed. Bedding is kept separate and laundered by the licensee. The home has working telephone service and LPA confirmed the phone number. LPA discussed Safe Sleep Regulations with licensee. Cribs and play yards will be kept free from all loose articles and objects while infants are sleeping, and there are no objects hanging above or attached to the crib or play yard. Infants are not swaddled while in care. Provider physically checks on sleeping infants every fifteen minutes and documents any signs of distress which includes but is not limited to flushed skin color, increase in body temperature, restlessness and labored breathing. Infants can be visually observed through an open door if sleeping in a separate room. Individual Infant Sleeping Plan is completed and in file for each infant up to 12 months of age. Infants up to 12 months of age are placed on their backs for sleeping. Licensee ensures that children in care are supervised at all times and is aware children shall not be left in parked vehicles. Car seats are used for transportation purposes only and are not used for sleeping children. LPA reviewed children\342\200\231s files and observed files were complete with emergency information as required. Licensee\342\200\231s Mandated Reporter Training expires 3/2/2026. Licensee\342\200\231s pediatric CPR/First Aid expires 11/2024. A review of records indicates that all employees and/or volunteers do have immunization records on file for influenza, pertussis and measles. Per the licensee, there are no firearms or ammunition on the premises. There are no pets on the premises. The children play in the backyard which is fenced. LPA inspected the yard and detached garage which is used for outdoor play. LPA did not observe any hazards. The children do not eat or sleep in the garage. There is a swimming pool and jacuzzi on the premises. There is a 5 foot high fence around the pool and jacuzzi. The fence has a self-latching gate. LPA tested the gate which is working properly. Per the licensee, the children utilize the pool with adult supervision. The licensee obtains parent's permission from the parents and is certified by the American Red Cross in Water Safety for Parents and Caregivers. All adults who reside or work in the home have a criminal record clearance or exemption. There are no excluded individuals present at this home. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) are not currently being provided. Licensee is aware that an IMS plan is required to be submitted to the licensing office if they provide any of these services. Information regarding Americans with Disability Act (ADA) can be obtained by contacting US Department of Justice toll free ADA Information line at (800) 514-0301(voice), (800) 514-0383 (TDD) and website link https://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . LPA discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to Provider Information Notices (PINs), Quarterly Updates, COVID-19 Information and Resources, Mandated Reporter Training, Safe Sleep in Child Care, Lead Poisoning Facts, Forms and Regulations. Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations, no deficiencies are cited. This report shall be made available to the public upon request. LIC 9213 Notice of Site Visit is provided and required to be posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted. A copy of the report provided to the licensee.