Routine inspection (3-year)·November 8, 2023

On 11/8/2023 , Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carol Heath conducted an unannounced Required annual inspection at the Thomas Family Child Care Home . Upon arrival, the LPA met with the licensee, Andreana Thomas, who guided the LPA on a tour of the facility. Individuals that reside in the home include 1 adult (licensee) and 5 minor children (Age: 16, 13, 9, 4, 2). Per Guardian, all adults in this facility obtain a criminal record clearance. This is a large family childcare facility. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 23 hours. During the inspection, LPA observed 2 children (her own 16 years old and 2 years ) with Licensee . No childcare children during the inspection. Per the Licensing Information System, annual facility fees were current. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. Per the licensee, she does not have children who need IMS at this time. The home is set up as follows: This is a two-story home with 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a kitchen, a living room, formal dining, a family room, and a garage. The following areas are used for daycare: Daycare is provided in the living room. Children use the bathroom in the hallway on the right. Children have access to the living room, bedrooms #1 and #2. Children nap on cots and pack in plays in the primary care area. Off-limit areas include bedrooms 3-5, bathrooms #2 and #3 (upstairs), laundry room, and garage. LPA observed the kitchen area and stairs to be fully barricaded with a safety gate. A barricade is on the bottom and top staircase; the licensee is reminded that barricades (s) must remain in place during daycare hours if children under 5 years old are in care. \302\267 Living Room: In the playroom (Living room), the designated playroom, there are adequate age-appropriate toys, books, games, and napping mats/hygienic diaper-changing equipment. PA observed age-appropriate toys and furniture for the children. There are games and books on the premises of this facility. The carpets and other materials were observed to be in good condition. \302\267 Children's bathroom: Children will use the bathroom down the hall to the right. The bathroom was the tour. The bathroom was clean, sanitized, and in good repair. The toilet was inspected, and the sink/toilet is in operable condition. The toilet and faucets are clean, safe, and operable. The bathroom was observed to be free and clear of hazardous items. \302\267 Kitchen/Dining Room: The kitchen was inspected to ensure dangerous items were inaccessible to children (Safety latches). All sharp utensils, poisons, and medications are unavailable to children in the kitchen, with child safety latches on cabinet doors and drawers. Sharp knives are kept in a butcher block in the gated kitchen. \302\267 Backyard: The backyard was inspected; the children use the outdoor backyard for outside play. The backyard is safe for children. The backyard is completely fenced (with block cement). There is no body of water. LPA observed two outdoor air conditioners covered in the backyard. LPA observed age-appropriate toys. Per the licensee, there is one pet on the premises. Other: \302\267 AC/Heating Unit / Swamp Cooler unit was observed. The AC/Heating Unit is located on the right side of the home and is inaccessible to children via barrels blocking access to the AC unit. \302\267 Bodies of water: Pre the licensee, there were no bodies of water in the home. There is a decorative water fountain that has no water. \302\267 Electrical outlets: All unused electrical outlets are plugged in and made inaccessible to children. \302\267 Food: The licensee is enrolled Not in the Food program. The licensee will provide Breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Or the food is brought from home. The containers were labeled with the children\342\200\231s names and properly stored or refrigerated. \302\267 Fire extinguisher (2A10BC) : LPA observed a required fire extinguisher (2A10BC) reading in Green and located in the Family room, inaccessible to children. It meets standards established by the State Fire Marshall. \302\267 Fireplace: The fireplace was observed in the living room and is screened to make it inaccessible to the children. \302\267 Hanging window blind cords : The cords are inaccessible to children. \302\267 Isolation area (Illness): Per the licensee, if the child shows signs of illness, they will be separated from other children and stay in another bedroom. \302\267 Medications and cleaning solutions : Detergents/cleaning compounds are in the upper kitchen cabinet, inaccessible to the children. Medications are in the off-limits bedroom. \302\267 Napping: Children will nap in designated areas with adult supervision. LPA observed 6 cots and 3 playpens in the closet. \302\267 Overnight Care: According to the licensee, it does not provide overnight care at this time. \302\267 Pets: One small dog and with current vaccinations. \302\267 Phone service: There is a working landline or cell phone. \302\267 Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide: The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide devices tested operable. \302\267 The First Aid kit is in the key-locked closet, inaccessible to children. The First Aid Kit was observed to be complete with supplies and a first aid manual . \302\267 Transportation : The licensee does provide transportation for children. The licensee has a valid California driver's license, valid vehicle insurance, and vehicle registration. \302\267 Weapons or Firearms: Per the licensee, there are No Firearms at the facility at this time. LPA does not observe any firearms. LPA reviewed the following Documentation: \302\267 Child files : LPA observed 3 children's files, and the records were found to be in order with the required forms. \302\267 CPR/First Aid: LPA observed that the licensee has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Training with an expiration date of 12/2023 . \302\267 Fire Drill and Disaster Drill: Per the licensee, fire and disaster drills are conducted every 6 months. \302\267 Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC 9227) and Sleeping Log: Per the licensee, NO infant (0-12 months) is enrolled in the facility. \302\267 The licensee post all required information. \302\267 Mandated Reporter Training: The licensee has completed and renewed the online mandated reporter training at www.mandatedreporterca.com on 12/13/22 (need to be renewed in 2 years). \302\267 Staff Personnel File: LPA observed 1 staff information. The file contained all required licensing documents. The following information was discussed with the licensee : o Mandatory Forms for the children's and assistant files. o The licensee is reminded that 100% supervision is required for children at all times. o Capacity, Roster requirements, and Documentation requirements for disaster drills (fire and earthquake). o Licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know the regulations and anyone who assists in providing care. The licensee was advised that the inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. Licensing must always have the facility's phone number; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified. o Licenses were advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC624B. o The licensee was informed of the responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-540-4000. Also, call the CCL office and follow up with a written Unusual Incident/Injury Report (LIC 624B). o A baby walker shall not be allowed on the premises of a family childcare home in accordance with Health and Safety code sections 1596.848(b) and (c). State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers, and other items that fall into that category. o Posting Requirements: Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. o The 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). o Licensee was advised to visit the CCL website ( www.ccld.ca.gov ) to obtain updates on courses and updates/changes to the regulations. o 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 sent directly to your email. Child Care Advocates information: www.childcareadvocatesprogram@cdss.ca.gov o 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 . o Licensee [or facility representative] 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. o LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the 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 the licensee [facility representative] 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. o A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. o The Duty Worker is available for questions Monday through Friday at (661) 202-3318 from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. No deficiency was cited in accordance with Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and/or Health & Safety codes. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Andreana Thomas.