Routine inspection·July 1, 2021

On Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carol Heath conducted an unannounced Required 1 Year inspection at the above facility. Upon arrival LPA Heath was greeted by licensee, Erin Baker. LPA observed 8 preschool age children and Marisela Glasgow (Her assistant). LPA observed Child Care Facility Roster. LPA observed 2 children and 1 staff file contained all required licensing documents. Per Licensing Information System, facility annual fees were current. Licensee took proper measures to block any debris to come in contact with the children in care. The licensee is operating within proper capacity and ratios. LPA observed licensee to be present at the home and providing adequate care and supervision. Hours of operation are Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. This is a single-story home. According to Licensee she does not provide transportation. Licensee participates in nutrition Food Program and provides breakfast, snack, lunch and afternoon snack. There is a family room, living room, kitchen, dining room and two bathrooms . Main care is provided in the family room which is referred to as a "classroom." The children use the bathroom located in the hallway. The backyard is used for outside play. The off limits areas are the master bedroom, kitchen (safety gate), attached garage (code locked) and shed used for storage and supplies (key locked). \302\267 The home was inspected inside and out for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, heating and ventilation, inaccessibility to poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, and hazardous items that can pose a danger to children. \302\267 Medicine and knives are stored in the top kitchen cabinet. \302\267 Cleaning supplies are kept under the kitchen sink and are child proof locked. \302\267 The First Aid kit was observed and complete. \302\267 Fire and disaster drills are conducted monthly and logged last drill conducted was on 6/3/2021. \302\267 LPA observed a required fire extinguisher (2A10BC). \302\267 Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested at 12:27 P.M. and are in operable condition. \302\267 The LPA did not observe any weapons. There are age appropriate toys and equipment on the premises. \302\267 Pediatric CPR and First Aid certificate expires on 02/22/22. \302\267 The licensee has completed the online mandated reporter training at www.mandatedreporterca.com , and will renew 7/2/2021 . All childcare employees must complete mandated reporter training within 30 days of hire and renew training every two years Per LIS the facility annual fees are current. Per the licensee there are no weapons or firearms of any kind in the facility at this time. There is a fireplace in the dining room which is properly locked with screen and inaccessible to children. Licensee and staff had the required immunizations on file. The LPA observed a current child roster. Child files were found to be complete. Licensee had all the required posted documents by the Classroom entrance. The following were discussed: No smoking, infant walkers, Johnny jumpers, exersaucers and any other item that falls into that category are permitted in the facility. The LPA also discussed earthquake safety and necessity of drills, required forms for children\342\200\231s files, facility files and posting requirements and penalty. 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 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 licensee was informed of the responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hot-line at 1-800-540-4000. Also call the CCL office and follow up with a written Unusual Incident/Injury Report (LIC 624B). The licensee was informed that the presence of adults in the home without Criminal Record Clearance or Exemption will be cited and civil penalty assessed for $100 per day. The licensee may find additional information and forms on the DSS website at www.ccld.ca.gov including information on the Live Scan application (LIC 9163). Appointments can be made for Live Scan at 1-800-315-4507 Per the licensee, fire and disaster drills are conducted every 6 months; last drill documented and conducted on 02/03/2020. Licensee has the required documents posted in the FCCH; Facility License (LIC 203), Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610a), Notification of Parents' Rights Poster (PUB 394). The following was discussed with the licensee: Capacity requirements, Roster requirements, Posting requirements, Documentation requirements for disaster drills (fire and earthquake). Mandatory Forms for the children\342\200\231s files and provider\342\200\231s files, and Safe Sleep Awareness. The role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were reviewed. Licensee was reminded that supervision is always required to children in care. Licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. Licensee was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. Licensing must always have the facility\342\200\231s phone number; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified. Regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco in a private residence that is licensed as a family childcare home and in those areas of the family day care home where children are present (24/7 ban). State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers and any other items that fall into that category. --Licensee was advised to visit the CCL website ( www.ccld.ca.gov ) to obtain updates of courses and updates/changes to the regulations. -- Our Quarterly updates come out every 3 months they are also now in Spanish please log in to the CCLD website or you can email our advocates to have the quarterly updates send directly to your email. Child Care Advocates information: www.childcareadvocatesprogram@cdss.ca.gov The on Duty Worker is available for questions Monday through Friday at (661) 202-3318 from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. A copy of Safe Sleep Proposed Regulations was provided to Licensee. LPA provided consultation during inspection. There are no deficiencies being cited at this time, facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. An exit Interview was conducted, a copy of this Report and a Notice of Site visit was provided to the licensee Baker.