Pre-licensing visit·April 26, 2023

On 04/26/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lisa Clayton conducted an announced Pre-Licensing inspection. LPA Clayton was greeted by applicant Winnie Namayiga. There were no children in care . The home was toured with the applicant for a health and safety inspection. Hours of operation are Sunday through Sunday, 6:00am to 6:00pm. Applicant will provide breakfast, lunch and snacks. This is a single-family home which consists of the following: 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, living room, dining room/kitchen, family room, fenced backyard with a shed and storage room. The home is neat and clean with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. Per the applicant the OFF-LIMIT AREAS are as follows: kitchen, bedroom 1 and bedroom 4, bathroom #2, and the locked shed and storage room, all of which are made inaccessible by child safety gates, closed and/or locked doors and visual supervision. Per Applicant, the ON-LIMIT areas are as follows: living room/dining room, bedroom #2 (napping room), bathroom #1, family room (main daycare room), bedroom #3 and the fenced backyard. The ISOLATION AREA will be in the day care room. Per applicant, there are no firearms in the home. A copy of the lease agreement was reviewed and shows control of property. Any poisons, detergents/cleaning compounds, medication and hazardous items that can pose a danger to children are inaccessible. There are no pool, ponds, jacuzzi or other bodies of water on the property. The home has a fully charged 2A:10: BC Fire Extinguisher, 3 working smoke detectors, and a carbon monoxide detector, and working telephone. LPA confirmed the phone number is 818-476-9782. Applicant\342\200\231s CPR/First Aid certificate is current and expires August 2024. The applicant\342\200\231s Mandated Reporter Training requirement expires February 2025. The applicant is in compliance with the immunization law which pertains to day care providers. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant 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. Safe Sleep Practices were discussed with the applicant. When putting infants down to nap or long periods of sleep, children must be placed on their backs, in a crib, on a firm mattress with nothing in the crib except for a fitted sheet over the mattress. The child must be physically monitored and documented every 15 minutes, check their temperature, color of skin, and breath. LPA also informed applicant 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. California Law requires Family Child Care Home applicants to report unusual incidents or injuries to children in care to child's parents and to the Department of Social Services using the Unusual Incident/Injury form (LIC 624). Incidents must be reported within 24 hours by phone, fax, or electronic mail. Roster of the children must be properly maintained, and fire/disaster drill every six months must be documented. Please report Telephone number changes and/or if you move from home. The Applicant was informed of the Child Care Advocate Program (CCAP) that is administered from within the Community Care Licensing Division. CCAP participates in many community activities and special projects to disseminate information on the State\342\200\231s licensing role, provide information to the public and parents on childcare licensing, and provide many other helpful resources to the applicants and the public. CCAP\342\200\231s direct contact information is as followed: Phone number: (916) 654-1541 Email: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov Update on Incidental Medical Services (IMS): Facilities that provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS) must identify those services in their facility\342\200\231s Plan of Operation and submit an updated Plan of Operation to the Department. IMS Include: Blood-Glucose Monitoring for Diabetic Children, Administering Inhaled Medication, Administering Epinephrine Auto-Injectors, Glucagon Administration, Gastrostomy Tube Care (G-tube care), Insulin Injections Administration, Anti-Seizure Administration, and Emptying an Ileostomy Bag. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For further 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 LPA discussed with applicant the process of childcare during a pandemic: facial coverings in day care, social distancing, hand washing hygiene, postings, and cleaning and disinfecting of surfaces and high traffic areas. Children should follow social distancing when indoors. LPA Clayton discussed isolation area with applicant when children are sick. LPA discussed the importance and process of health screenings for children upon arrival to the facility. LPA also provided resources and materials as well as links for COVID-19 to assist the provider. LPA also discussed the proper way to clean and disinfect items used daily throughout the day care, by submerging toys in or spraying with disinfectant and allowing enough contact time prior to wiping down. In addition, LPA Clayton informed applicant of the following: o There is an effective 24/7 ban on smoking tobacco in a home that is licensed as a family day care home, and in those areas of the family day care home where children are present. o Children and Staff records must be maintained and updated as needed and must be available for review by the Department. o Saucer chairs, bouncers, walkers, or any similar items are prohibited. o All adults living and working in the home shall be made of aware of the Departments right to inspection authority, which includes but not limited to the right to enter the home when children are being cared for, interview children and adults and review documentation. o LPA provided and advised the applicant how to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov A complete packet of the documents listed below, as well as a ratio flyer, PIN 19-02 on Safe Sleep, PIN 19-18 Emergency Disaster, Never Shake a Baby flyer, was provided and discussed with the applicant during this inspection. CHILDREN'S RECORDS REQUIREMENTS: \302\267 LIC 700 Identification and Emergency Information \302\267 LIC 627 Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment \302\267 LIC 282 Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance \302\267 LIC 9150 Parent Notification Additional Children in Care \302\267 LIC 9927 Individual Infant Sleeping Plan \302\267 LIC 995A Notification of Parent\342\200\231s Rights \302\267 LIC 613A Personal Rights \302\267 Immunization Record FACILITY RECORDS: \302\267 LIC 624B Unusual Incident/Injury Report \302\267 LIC 9040 Child Care Facility Roster \302\267 LIC 9052 Employee Rights, \302\267 LIC 9108 Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse \302\267 LIC 9149 Property Owner/Landlord Consent Form \302\267 LIC 9151 Property Owner/Landlord Notification Form \302\267 Proof of current pediatric CPR and First Aid Certificates \302\267 Copy of your deed or lease/rental agreement \302\267 Documentation of Fire and Disaster drills \302\267 Proof of immunizations against pertussis (TDAP), measles (MMR), and influenza \302\267 Mandated Reporter certificate \342\200\223 www.mandatedreporterca.com \342\200\223 must be renewed every two (2) years FORMS TO BE POSTED \302\267 LIC203 Facility License \302\267 LIC 610A Emergency Disaster Plan \302\267 LIC 9148 Earthquake Preparedness Checklist \302\267 PUB394 Notification of Parents Rights Poster The applicant is reminded any structural changes to the home or additions to the childcare facility must be reported to Community Care Licensing. Based on today's inspection the following corrections are required prior to issuing a license: \302\267 padlock the shed \302\267 gate the area on both sides of the storage room Proof of corrections are to be submitted to LPA Clayton on or before 05/01/2023. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was provided to applicant. A notice of site visit was provided and must remain posted for 30 days.