Routine inspection·March 17, 2022

On March 17, 2022 at 12:14 PM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Dean Thompson conducted an unannounced Annual/Random Inspection. LPA met with licensee Lauren Szelog and informed the licensee the reason for the inspection. Covid pre-screening questions were asked to make sure no one inside the home has tested positive for covid or have any flu like symptoms. Licensee gave LPA a tour inside and outside of the home. During the time of inspection there were 10 children in care and three adults. LPA observed state licensing documents mounted on the wall downstairs inside the play room. LPA reminded licensee, state licensing documents are to be posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area at the facility. Licensee uses downstairs play room, one bathroom, and backyard for the day care. All cabinets and drawers inside the day care area were closed and locked so that children do not have access. There were no toxins or hazardous material accessible to children in care. Licensee advised there are no firearms or ammunition in the home. During the inspection, LPA reviewed children files, all files are current. Licensee advised there were no children in care that required Incidental Medical Services. Children have access to toys that are age-appropriate inside and outside the home. Outside play area has a framed enclosure. There are no bodies of water on the property. Continued on 809-C Fire and earthquake drills are not being logged every six months. Licensee shall document the drills, including date and time of each drill. LPA viewed a 2A10BC fire extinguisher that was purchased 11/2/2017. Licensee was reminded, the home shall contain a fire extinguisher that is purchase or service once a year. Licensee CPR/First aid certification expired 10/6/2021. 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. 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 Three Type B deficiencies were cited during today's inspection. 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 Lauren Szelog.