Routine inspection·June 28, 2022

On 6/28/2022 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Suzette Ornelas conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection and was met by Licensee, Patricia Torres. Also present was Staff #1 (S1). Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday 6:00a to 6:00p. LPA toured the home inside and outside and a census was taken. LPA observed 3 children in care. Current facility sketch reviewed and Licensee confirmed that the family room, the play room and the bathroom located to the right hallway when entering the home are used for providing care and are accessible to children. The living room is accessible only when the children make their way to the bathroom. All other rooms are off-limits and made inaccessible by use of safety gates, safety knobs and supervision. There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises. There are no firearms or ammunition on the premises. LPA observed a locked cabinet above the washing machine in the laundry room with detergents, cleaning compounds, pesticide and other hazardous items which are inaccessible to children in care. There are two dogs in home, LPA observed current immunization records for both. The fireplace located in the living room is made inaccessible by a glass door and will not be in use during daycare hours. There is a working fire extinguisher located in the family room. LPA observed a working smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector located in the living room tested by the licensee. There is adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. There are no stairs in this home. Safe toys and play equipment are observed. The home has working telephone service and LPA confirmed the phone number is (818) 439-4598. There are currently no infants in care. LPA discussed Safe Sleep Regulations with licensee. There is one crib or play yard for each infant in care, cribs and play yards are 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. The outdoor play area in the backyard is fenced and there are no hazards to children present. LPA advised the licensee to ensure equipment is dusted off to avoid buildup of bugs and dust. Capacity as specified on the license is being maintained. LPA reviewed a sample of children\342\200\231s files and observed files were complete with emergency information as required. Licensee\342\200\231s Mandated Reporter Training as well as S1 was completed on 02/2022. Licensee\342\200\231s and S1 pediatric CPR/First Aid expires on 2024. A review of records indicates that all employees and/or volunteers have immunization records on file for influenza, pertussis and measles. 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 and Licensee 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.