Pre-licensing visit·May 3, 2022

Shandra Powell, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) conducted an announced pre-licensing inspection at the family child care home. Upon arrival, LPA met with the applicant Natalie Lamb and Assistant Lyndell Collins (Husband). Per the applicant, herself, husband and one school age child reside in the home. LPA confirmed all adults have a criminal record/TB clearance. The applicant states the child care hours/days are Monday to Friday, 6:00am to 6:00pm and age range of children are from: Birth to 12 years old. On 05/03/22, the LPA was guided on a tour of the home (inside and outside) by Applicant and Husband. The Fire Clearance was granted for 14 children on 04/21/2022 by Inspector Henry Medina from LA County Fire Department. LPA observed video cameras working in the home and on the exterior of the home with monitors during inspection. Applicant stated 3 weeks of video footage is saved as of today. The facility is a one story 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home that includes a living room (child care room), dining room (child care room), kitchen, and front yard. The accessible areas of the home are as follow: the dining and living room that has been converted into a child's activity and napping rooms, room #1, room #2, LPA observed open-face heater in living room screened with lock to prevent access by children . Bathroom and kitchen, per applicant the kitchen will be used as a walk through for children to access the bathroom off of the hall only. LPA observed a child safety gate installed at the entrance door of kitchen between the dining area. The off limits of the home are: Bedrooms #1&2 and the back of the home which is owned by the church located next to the home. The backyard is off-limits to applicant. Per applicant the children will use the front yard (gated) for outdoor activities. Children will be visually supervised at all times while in the front yard of the home. LPA observed a fire extinguisher 2A10BC in the kitchen bolted on the wall, working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors (tested during inspection), age appropriate toys and furniture, napping equipment that includes an infant changing table and napping cots in the living room with emergency supplies. Sharp objects, toxins, and hazardous materials are inaccessible to children in the kitchen and back porch of home. LPA observed a latched lock on door in kitchen that leads to the back porch. Living room and bedroom doors have child safety covers on handles. LPA observed outlet covers in living and dining room. LPA verified applicant CPR/Pediatric First Aid valid through 03/2024. The applicant states there are no firearms/weapons in the home. LPA observed one pet cat located in daughter room during inspection. Applicant stated the cat will be kept in bedroom during child care hours. There were no children present during inspection. LPA observed the front yard to be fenced with a retractable gate in front of driveway. Applicant stated the retractable gate will remain locked at all times during outdoor play due to the high level of traffic and the busy street. The backyard is enclosed and back gate leads to another property owed by the church next door. however it was observed to have a locked gate that leads to the back premises. There are NO bodies of water on the premises. Licensee states at this time is not providing Incidental Medical Services (IMS) 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 Incidental Medical Services Include: Blood-Glucose Monitoring for Diabetic Children, Administering Inhaled Medication, Administering EpiPen Jr. and EpiPen or other Epinephrine Auto-Injectors, Glucagon Administration, Gastrostomy Tube Care (G-tube care), Insulin Injections Administration, Anti-Seizure Administration, and Emptying an Ileostomy Bag. The following was discussed with License: 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. In the absence of the licensee, a qualified adult must be present supervising the children; a qualified adult is an individual who has a valid and current adult/infant CPR & Pediatric First Aid certification, TB clearance, and a valid criminal record clearance associated to the facility license. Applicant informed of responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. Applicant was advised on how to access quarterly reports, forms, and regulations for Child Care online at www.ccld.ca.gov . Applicant was made aware 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. Phone number: (916) 654-1541. Email Address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov A current roster of children enrolled must be available and maintained for a period of 3 years, even after children no longer are attending the facility. Reporting Requirements: Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing. ESROsupportstaff@dss.ca.gov Fire and safety drills must be performed every month and documented for review by the Department. The applicant was informed of the responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hot line at 1-800-540-4000. Beginning on January 1, 2018, AB 1207, 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. http://www.mandatedreporterca.com/ . Applicants was advised that regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco in a private residence licensed as a family child care home during the hours of operation. Licensee was made aware that state law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exer-saucers and any other items that fall into that category . LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with [applicant, licensee, or facility representative] and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. LPA discussed with the licensee 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. To receive important licensed-related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. The applicant and home are in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22 to protect the Health & Safety of child that will be in care LPA will recommend for licensure on the next business day of return to the Regional Office. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Applicant, Natalie Lamb.