Routine inspection·May 5, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Judy Mora conducted an unannounced annual required inspection at the above facility on 05/05/22 at 10:10 AM. LPA met with Marie Alarid Salas, Licensee who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. The Licensee's assistant, Alma Olivares, was present in the home. There were seven children present during this inspection. Facility capacity is in compliance for a large Family Child Care Home. This is a one story home which consists of 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, breakfast nook, dining room, living room, (FIREPLACE: inaccessible with screen), garage and backyard (fenced). The children use the bathroom, living room, dining room, one bedroom, breakfast nook and backyard for play. Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: licensee's bedroom and detached garage. The LPA toured all areas used by children during this visit. Areas accessible to children were inspected to ensure that they are clean and orderly with ventilation and heating for safety and comfort. There are toys and other age appropriate material available for children. There is a wall ac and a wall heater which is inaccessible. There is a working telephone service maintained in the home. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which can pose a danger to children are inaccessible in all areas of the home. All food items are prepared by the Licensee. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. Fire extinguisher indicates fully charged, serviced 04/29/22. LPA observed the following required posted documentation in the main entry way of the facility: Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form. LPA reviewed facility records for LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan and Disaster drill log, last drill documented was 04/25/2022. Licensee states that there are currently 08 children enrolled, children's roster was reviewed and is current. *REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE Licensee states that there are no poisons stored in the home and understands that all poisons must be lock, not only inaccessible to children. Isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked up is in one of the bedrooms if necessary, away from the other children. Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home. Infant Care : Per Licensee, they currently do not care for children under 12 months. LPA informed licensee of the new Safe sleep regulations, including LIC 9227 Infant Sleep Plan for infants under 12 months, 15-minute sleep check documentation for infants 0-24 months. Currently children are front patio for outdoor play. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced. LPA observed that the outdoor yard has toys and other materials for children to play with. LPA did not observe any objects that could be hazardous to children in care. Children’s records were reviewed for (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, Immunization's Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents’ Rights, LIC 9227- Infant sleep form (0-12 months, and documentation of 15-minute Infant Sleep Check (0-24 months) Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, expires 07/2023, LIC 508- Criminal Record Statement, Proof of immunization's against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. Licensee's mandated reporter training was completed on 02/28/21. Alma Olivares, completed the training on 02/15/21. During inspection all children were observed to be treated with dignity and respect, they were observed to be receiving safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment, and free from corporal and/or unusual punishment. LPA observed that licensee is implementing COVID-19 precautions and procedures. *REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE Incidental Medical Services (IMS) : Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. Per Licensee, there are no children on medications. 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 Center and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm 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 . Licensee 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. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee 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 licensee 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. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee's assistant, Alma Olivares.