Routine inspection·April 27, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Warren Birks conducted an unannounced Required 1 Year inspection. LPA initially met with Cleared assistant Kristyn B. who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Upon arrival LPA observed the Cleared assistant and an additional cleared assistant assistant caring for two infants and six preschool children. The Licensee arrived approximately 12 minutes later. There are 12 children enrolled attending the facility at various times. All residents associated with the facility were noted. All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected. This is a single story home with three bedrooms, one bathroom, living room, two bedrooms (nap rooms), restroom, recreation room, front yard, side yard. The Licensee uses a recreation room, living room, the front enclosed yard, the side yard, the bathroom and the dining area for care. Areas off-limits to children is one bedroom and half of an enclosed front yard. The recreation room is detached from the home and no eating or sleeping takes place in the room. Areas accessible to children were inspected to ensure that they are clean and orderly with ventilation and heating for the safety of the children. LPA observed age appropriate toys and play equipment inside the home and in the backyard. The backyard is surrounded by gates and their is a small locked shed used for storage. There is a working telephone maintained in the home. LPA observed one medium sized pet that remains in an off-limits area. LPA observed detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which can pose a danger to children to be inaccessible (locked in cabinets or high above ground). LPA informed Licensee that poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. Per Licensee there are no firearms, weapons or bodies of water and LPA did not observe any on the premises. The License, Parents Rights poster, and Earthquake Preparedness was posted. The children's roster and Disaster drill is current (last date of drill January, 2023. The required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher has a guage in the green and is due for service in August 2023. The Licensee's CPR is current and must be renewed by August of 2024. LPA observed the Licensee and cleared Assistant have current Mandated Reporter training which expires in May 2025. LPA also observed that the Licensee and staff have documentation indicating immunization regarding measles, pertussis and tuberculosis on file. LPA reviewed three children's files to be in compliance. The files included the following documentation: Parent's Rights, Personal Rights, Affidavit for Liability insurance, Identification and Emergency, Consent for Emergency Treatment, Additional Children in Care and Immunization records. The following was discussed: Individuals who are 18 years of age or older living in the home must obtain a criminal record clearance. Individuals within one month of their 18th birthday must be fingerprinted immediately. Failure to obtain a criminal record background check clearances prior to initial presence in the home will result in an immediate $100.00 dollar or more per day Civil Penalty. LPA advised to ensure all adults that come into the home are fingerprint cleared and associated. No smoking, No infant walkers, No Johnny jumpers, No saucer chairs, and any other item that falls into that category are not permitted in the facility. The Department does not recommend trampolines.Effective January 1, 2010, licensees of family child care homes are required to ensure that at least one staff member with current training in pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR is on site at all times when children are present. 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 advised the Licensee that infants shall be placed on their backs for sleeping and shall be supervised. Infants shall be checked on every 15 minutes and document the child's condition. The LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping The plan shall be completed for each infant up to 12 months of age. LPA explained form is available on CCLD website. The Licensee was advised on the inaccessibility of hazards, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and Never-Shake-a-Baby were discussed. LPA informed Licensee of PIN 20-24-CCP. The Licensee was advised on the inaccessibility of hazards, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and Never-Shake-a-Baby were discussed. LPA informed Licensee regarding PIN 20-24-CCP. LPA discussed LIC 311D - Forms/Records to Keep in Your Family Child Care Home. Mandatory Forms for the children\342\200\231s files and staff files, requirements for fire drills, earthquake drills and documentation were discussed. Role and responsibilities of being a Mandated Reporter were reviewed. The Licensee was advised how to access forms and Regulations online at www.ccld.ca.gov . Licensee was made aware that it is his/her responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. LPA consulted and explained Child Abuse Reporting, Updated Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster with Complaint Hotline information, Never Shake a Baby, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), and Safe Sleeping practices which always Baby is sleeping on his/her back. Capacity Handout (Small & Large) was provided during this inspection. Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing (use LIC624B for written report) . Mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years. www.mandatedreporterca.com . Licensee has the required current Mandated Reporter training expires May 2025. LPA informed Licensee information regarding with Safe Sleep PIN 20-24-CCP. LPA also discussed Entrance Checklist form, Capacity and Ratio, and Items not Permitted. LPA explained these regulations and advised Licensee to ensure that she provides care and supervision adhering to the information provided. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) \342\200\223 must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. This report along with a copy of the appeal rights was provided. Exit interview was conducted with Licensee Debbie Bath.