Routine inspection·April 14, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Seung Lee conducted an Annual Random inspection to the above facility. LPA met with Maria Baches , Licensee, who guided Analyst on a tour of the facility. LPA observed ten (7) children in care at the time of inspection. This is a single story home which consists of 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, and laundry area. There is also a detached garage, which is primarily used as a children's activity area. Licensee was informed that the garage cannot be used for sleeping and or eating purposes. Per Licensee, children in care have access to the living room, backyard, and 1 bathroom. Off limits area include 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1 kitchen The home was inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, ventilation, and telephone service (land line). Licensee resides in the home with her spouse and 1 adult son. Licensee understands that all individuals must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed home. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which could pose a danger, were determined to be inaccessible to children in care during the inspection. LPA observed a fully charged 2-A:10-B:C fire extinguisher on the premises and the tag attached indicates that it was last serviced on 10/22/2022. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually. The smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were working properly. There are age appropriate toys available for children. Per licensee, there are no weapons, firearms or bodies of water on the premises. Last fire drill was conducted on 01/20/2022 per log. Licensee was advised to keep up to date with the latest guidelines from the CA department of health in regards to large family child care homes. The licensee was observed to be operating within the licensed capacity limitations during this inspection. The Licensee is currently licensed as a large family child care. The Licensee and her Assistant have completed training on preventive health practices, which includes Pediatric First Aid and CPR. Licensee and her Assistant's First Aid/CPR card expire on 01/04/2023. There are first aid supplies available. Children’s records were reviewed, including but not limited to, a copy of the emergency information card that contains all of the information required by regulation. The following items were also discussed with licensee during this inspection: · All homes shall conduct fire and disaster drills at least once every six months, and document the date and time of each drill. LPA determined that Licensee has not conducted a recent fire/or disaster drill. · POSTING REQUIREMENTS : Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent’s Rights Poster and the Facility License were observed not to be posted. · Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs, or any other item that falls into these categories are not permitted in a family child care facility. SMOKING IS PROHIBITED IN A LICENSED FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME . Infant Care: Licensee does have infants in care at this time. LPA advised Licensee to sleep infants where they can be directly supervised at all times and advised against sleeping infants in a separate room. LPA provided the applicant with a copy of the Child Care Provider’s Guide to Safe Sleep, by American Academy of Pediatrics. Online copy can be downloaded at: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/SIDS/Documents/SIDSchildcaresafesleep.pdf Incidental Medical Services (IMS) : The licensee states that there are no children enrolled that require IMS at this time . 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 . LPA Lee observed no deficiencies during the inspection. A notice of site inspection must remain posted for a period of 30 days during hours of operation. Failure to maintain posting will result in a civil penalty of $100.00 dollars. Exit interview conducted with Licensee Maria Baches. Appeal rights discussed and explained.