Routine inspection·February 7, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Raul Navarro conducted an unannounced annual required inspection at the above facility on 02/07/2023 at 2:00PM. LPA met with Licensee Susan Grace who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. There were three day-care children present when LPA arrived. Facility capacity is in compliance for a Large Family Child Care Home. Hours of operation are Mon-Fri 6:00 AM - 6:00PM. This is a two story home which consists of 4 bedrooms and three bathrooms. Areas used by the children include the kitchen, dining area, den, media room, one bathroom, and garage. Areas that are off limits to children and parents include: complete second floor, all bedrooms, two bathrooms, living room, front yard, and back yard. Food is provided by Licensee. Licensee was reminded if children bring food from home it must be labeled with the child\342\200\231s name and properly stored or refrigerated. 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 and Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights. Facility records were reviewed for LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan and Disaster drill log, last drill conducted in November 2022. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are in operable condition. Fire extinguisher indicated fully charged but has not been serviced within the year. The home maintains telephone service via cell phone. The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are toys and other age appropriate material available for children. Stairs are screened to prevent access by children. Detergents, cleaning compounds and medication are inaccessible to children. Licensee understands that all poisons must be lock, not only inaccessible to children. Isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked up is located in the media room, away from the other children. Per Licensee, there are firearms or weapons stored in the home. Firearms are stored in a locked safe with the ammunition stored in a separate locked safe. The bathroom that children use was observed to be clean and free of hazards. Licensee has one infant in care. Infant was not present during the inspection. LPA observed a play yard for the infant. Napping equipment does not block entrances or exits. LPA did not observe loose object, bumpers, objects hanging, or objects attached to the play yard. There are currently no infants with pacifiers. Each infant has their own play yard and bedding. Bedding is washed weekly. Per Licensee, they do not provide any overnight care at this time. Currently, children go to the nearby park for outdoor play. LPA reminded Licensee that visual supervision is required at all time while the children are at the park. LPA observed a pond/fountain located in the front of the home, which is off limits. LPA observed the pond/fountain to be screened with a net to prevent children from going in. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, Immunization Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, and documentation of 15 minute Infant Sleep Check (0-24 months). Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, LIC 508-Criminal Record Statement, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, Proof of immunization against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. 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. LPA observed that licensee is implementing COVID-19 precautions and procedures. 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 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. At this time, the Licensee is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Susan Grace. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. 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 .