Routine inspection·July 18, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Susann Sanchez conducted an unannounced Required inspection to the above facility. Licensing staff met with La Doris Green, Licensee who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. Also present during this inspection was Licensee\342\200\231s Assistant, Briana Morris. Tour began at 12:15pm. The licensee states that she currently has 11 children enrolled. During this inspection there were 6 children and 3 infants present. A children\342\200\231s roster is available and is current. Per Licensee, hours of operation are 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. This is a one-story home which consists of 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, living room, garage, front yard and backyard (fenced). The children use the bathroom in the hallway, living room, and backyard. Infants eat in the kitchen on highchairs. Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: all the bedrooms, garage, and front yard. The licensee provides food for children in care. At 12:20pm during tour, LPA observe cleaning detergent in the living room and kitchen. Lysol was observed in the living room. LPA observed a bag of cleaning supplies in the hallway. LPA observed a bottle of wine in the kitchen floor. Type A was cited. An additional child arrived at 12:50pm. Individuals residing in the home have been discussed and noted. All adults present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption. All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. The following was observed and reviewed during this inspection: LPA reviewed required posted documentation for Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form. Facility records were reviewed for LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan and Disaster drill log, last drill conducted on 07/05/2023. LPA was unable to test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors because 8 or the 9 children were sleeping during inspection. LPA and Licensee will Facetime at 3:00pm to virtually test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Fire extinguisher was observed to be fully charged and was serviced during inspection 03/09/23. The home maintains telephone service via cell phone. There are toys and other age appropriate material available for children. Fireplace is located in the living/daycare room and was observed to be gated off. Licensee states that there are no poisons stored in the home and understands that all poisons must be lock, not only inaccessible to children. Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home. Infant Care : Currently licensee only has 3 infant enrolled. LPA observed 3 play yards/cribs. Per Licensee infants are over 12 months and sleep on mats. Napping equipment does not block entrances or exits. LPA reviewed the following in case Licensee decides to get cribs/ play yards in the future. Infant mattresses need to be firm with tightly fitted sheets. Loose object, bumpers, objects hanging, or objects attached to the cribs/play yards are not allowed. Licensee is aware of the new Safe sleep regulations, including LIC 9227 Infant Sleep Plan for infants under 12 months, 15-minute sleep check documentation for infants 0-24 months, and has documentation on file. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced. LPA observed that the outdoor yard has toys and other materials for children to play with. LPA did not observe any objects that could be hazardous to children in care. LPA did not observe any bodies of water. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, Immunizations Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, LIC 9227- Infant sleep form (0-12 months, and documentation of 15-minute Infant Sleep Check (0-24 months) Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification and expires on 03/2025, LIC 508-Criminal Record Statement, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, Proof of immunizations against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement of Child and Mandated Reporter Training Certificate and expires on 03/9/2025. During inspection all children were observed to be treated with dignity and respect, they were observed to be receiving safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment, and free from corporal and/or unusual punishment. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 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 Center and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm 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 LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee 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. Consult was given regarding the following: Technical Support Program (TSP) Licensee fire extinguisher had not been serviced since 07/21/21. Licensee called at 1:30pm First Choice Fire Protection, and scheduled an appointment for later today to get her fire extinguisher serviced. LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on line at: www.ccld.ca.gov . The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) and Licensing Report\342\200\223 must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representativ e . Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty. A copy of this report shall be provided to the parent/guardian of children currently enrolled by the next business day or immediately upon their return. A copy of this report shall also be provided to the parent/guardian of any newly enrolled child for the next 12 months. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt (LIC9224) shall be in each child\342\200\231s file, acknowledging receipt. Exit interview was conducted with Licensee Green including, but not limited to Appeal Procedures and Appeal Rights were given and explained. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.