Routine inspection·August 2, 2022

On 08/02/2022 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Doris Whitmore met with licensee, Giuliana Manuel, who guided analyst on a tour of the home for an Unannounced Inspection. Upon arrival LPA observed 11 children in care. This is a 1 story, 3bedroom, 2-bathroom home with kitchen, living room, laundry room (off kitchen) and detached garage. There is no pool, spa or other bodies of water on the premises. Family members residing in the home include licensee, spouse, and two school aged children. Days of operation are Monday \342\200\223 Friday 7:30a.m. to 5:00p.m. Main care is provided in the family room of the home. Main care area was observed to have age-appropriate furniture, games, toys, napping equipment, changing table and activities. The home does have a fireplace that is barricaded. No hazards were observed in main care area. Children use the restroom located next to the bedrooms. Restroom was observed clean and free of hazards. All chemicals and detergents are in locked upper cabinet in kitchen. Off limit areas include the home's kitchen, and detached garage. Off limits areas are behind locked doors making rooms inaccessible to children in care. Licensees use bedrooms of the home for napping, pack and plays observed for napping. The home was inspected inside and out for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, heating and ventilation, inaccessibility to poisons, detergents/cleaning compounds, and hazardous items that can pose a danger to children. LPA observed access to backyard from the main care room. Children use the back of the home for outdoor play. LPA observed perimeter fencing for safety, age-appropriate toys, small climbing structure and activities for children in care. All plants, trees and shrubs are maintained neat and clean. Backyard has age-appropriate toys for children in care. Per licensee, there are no weapons or firearms of any kind in the facility at this time. The LPA did not observe any weapons. There are age-appropriate toys and napping equipment on the premises. Children nap in pack and plays and mats. There was a fire extinguisher, carbon monoxide and smoke detectors are in operable condition. Licensee has posted as required documents in a hard plastic protector. LPA reviewed a total of 8 children files LPA shared consultation with the Licensee about the Blue Immunization Record, Immunization Records for Staff, Individual Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC 9227) &Preventative Health and Safety. LPA reviewed staff files and shared with licensee required documents in the file. LPA shared with the Licensee LIC911D. All staff have current Mandated Reporter Training Certificates and First Aid. The licensee 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 in order to disseminate information on the State\342\200\231s licensing role, provide information to the public and parents on child care licensing, and provide many other helpful resources to the licensees and the public. CCAP\342\200\231s direct contact information is as followed: Phone number: (916) 654-1541 Email Address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov 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 State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exer-saucers and any other items that fall into that category. All infants must be placed on their backs when sleeping to prevent S.I.D.S. (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome), and that the Provider is required to wash hands after every diaper change and to never shake a baby to prevent the Shaken Baby Syndrome . Only children eating may be in high chairs and that car seats are utilized only for transportation. AB 1207 : Beginning on January 1, 2018, this law 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. Volunteers are encouraged but not required to take the training. Website: www.mandatedreporterca.com . Senate Bill 792 : this bill, commencing September 1, 2016, prohibits a person from being employed or volunteering at a childcare facility or family day care if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis and measles. T he following was discussed with the licensee: Mandatory Forms for the children\342\200\231s files and provider\342\200\231s files, Requirements for fire drills, earthquake drills and documentation for both. Role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were discussed. The licensee was advised how to access forms and Regulations for Family Child Care online at www.ccld.ca.gov . Licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care . The licensee was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed dependingon the children in care. Licensing must have the facility\342\200\231s phone number at all times ; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified. Regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco in a private residence licensed as a family child care home 7 days a week, 24 hours a day . State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exer-saucers and any other items that fall into that category. Requirements for fingerprint clearances and associations were discussed with the licensee. Licensee can be cited a civil penalty of $100 per day, up to $500.00 for the 1 st offense and up to $3000.00 for the 2 nd offense within a 12-month period. The licensee was advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC624B. The "Notification of Parent's Rights" (2016) poster must be posted in an area of the home accessible to parents. The information regarding new legislation with regards to exemptions and Parent\342\200\231s Rights was also discussed. The licensee was advised that 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, 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. Copies of the reports must also be provided to each parent when a serious deficiency, Type A, is cited (LIC9224). 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 . The ADA requires that child care providers not discriminate against persons with disabilities on the basis of disability, that is, that they provide children and parents with disabilities with an equal opportunity to participate in the child care center's programs and services. The facility was found in compliance per Title 22 regulations, Type A and B deficiencies will not be cited today 08/02/2022. A copy of this report, was explained and provided to licensee