Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tatiana Bickham conducted an unannounced annual required inspection at the above facility on 07/30/2024 at 9:09 AM. Licensee is also requesting a capacity increase. Upon arrival, LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and met with Svetlana Pasechnikova License, who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Entrance Checklist \342\200\223 Family Child Care Homes LIC 126 was provided to the Licensee to help facilitate the inspection. Also present was Licensee\342\200\231s assistant. There were (seven) 7 day care children present during today\342\200\231s inspection. Per Licensee, there are currently (seven) 7 children enrolled. Facility capacity is in compliance for a small Family Child Care Home. Hours of operation are Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
LPA toured the home inside and outside. This is a one-story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, living room, family room, laundry room, detached storage room, front yard and backyard (fenced).
Attached to the property is an ADU that is licensed for a small family childcare, license number 195700220. Licensee stated the two facilities share the outdoor space, LPA reminded Licensee the children cannot co-mingle and cannot use the outdoor space at the same time. LPA also reminded the Licensee that the two facilities cannot use the same entrance and exit.
Per Licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: Master bedroom and ensuite bathroom (locked), kitchen, laundry room, front yard, and detached storage room in the backyard.
Per Licensee, areas that are accessible to children include: Living room (playroom), family room, bedroom #2 and #3, bathroom #1, and backyard. The bathroom that children use is located in the hallway, first door on the left and was observed to be clean and free of hazards.
Food is provided by Licensee. Licensee was reminded if children bring food from home, it must be labeled with the child\342\200\231s name and properly stored or refrigerated.
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Individuals residing in the home have been discussed and noted. All adults present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption.
All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. The following was observed and reviewed during this inspection:
LPA reviewed required posted documentation for Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form. Facility records were reviewed for LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan and Disaster drill log, last drill conducted in March 2024.
Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. Fire extinguisher indicated fully charged and was purchased in July 2024. The home maintains telephone service via cell phone. The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are toys and other age-appropriate materials available for children. LPA observed that detergents, and medication are stored in the hallway closet with a lock, inaccessible to children. 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 the family room, away from the other children. Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home.
Infant Care
:
Per Licensee, there are currently no infants enrolled.
Overnight Care
: Per Licensee, no overnight care is provided.
Currently, children are using the back yard 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. There are no pools or spas, or other bodies of water.
Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, Immunizations Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, and
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LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights.
Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, LIC-501: Personnel Record, LIC 508-Criminal Record Statement, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, Proof of immunizations 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.
\342\200\224 Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires: 07/2026.
\342\200\224 Mandated Reporter expires: 07/2026
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.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS)
:
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 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
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.
Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.
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The licensee was advised the
Notice of Site Visit
must be posted at the entrance of the facility for a period of 30 days. If a serious violation is cited, (Type A violation), a copy of the licensing report (LIC809 or
LIC9099) must also be posted for 30 days. If these requirements are not met, civil penalties in the amount of $100
per violation will be assessed. The applicant was made aware that a licensee may file an appeal, in writing 15 business days from the date of receiving the penalty assessment.
During the exit interview, the LICENSEE, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.
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. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the
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at
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.
The facility was found in compliance per Title 22 regulations, there will be no deficiencies cited today, 07/30/2024.
Licensee application for a Large Family Child Care is approved.
Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee.
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