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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

ZHU FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 1980139623 citations on this visit
3 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

At 12:13PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Steven Tung conducted an unannounced annual inspection. A risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. Due to COVID-19 precautionary measures were taken, licensing staff present during inspection wore appropriate personal protective equipment. LPA met with Licensee Lian Hong Zhu who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. There were 6 children present and the Licensee states that there is currently 6 children enrolled. Family members residing in the home are 2 adult (criminal record clearances on file). This is a one-story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, living room, nap room, converted garage, front yard (not fenced), and backyard (fenced). The children use the bathroom at the end of the hallway, the nap room next to the bathroom, the living room, and the backyard(fenced). Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, and converted garage. The LPA toured all areas used by children during this visit. Areas accessible to children were inspected to ensure that they are clean and orderly with ventilation and heating for safety and comfort. There were safe toys, play equipment and materials observed for children. There is a working telephone service maintained in the home. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which can pose a danger to children are made inaccessible. Licensee states that there are no poisons in the home. The licensee does understand that poison must be locked with a key or combination lock. Page 1 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. Per licensee, there are no weapons, firearms or bodies of water on the premises. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed to ensure that each child has an Identification and Emergency form. Per record review, 6 out of 6 children's records did not have the LIC 995A. LPA observed the fire extinguisher to have an expired service date of 8/2/21. The licensee has current Pediatric First Aid and CPR. Pediatric First Aid and CPR training can be accessed via https://emsa.ca.gov/childcare_provider1/ . 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 SB792 (Immunization Requirements for Staff and Employees) was discussed with the Licensee. The Licensee has immunization documentation. AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting \342\200\223 On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers Licensee is Mandarin-only speaker and does not have Mandated Reporter Training. Page 2 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. \302\267 The Licensee shall be present in the home and shall ensure that children are supervised at all times. \302\267 Children shall not be left in park vehicles. \302\267 The capacity specified on the license shall be the maximum number of children for whom care can be provided. \302\267 Car seats shall only be used for transportation purposes and shall not be used for sleeping. \302\267 All children in care have the right to receive safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment. \302\267 When a child shows signs of illness, they will be separated from other children until the nature if the illness is determined. LPA reviewed Forms/Records to Keep in Your Family Child Care Home. Children\342\200\231s Forms/Records, Facility Forms/Records and Information to be posted, disaster drills, posting requirements, children records requirements, mandated child abuse and injury/death reporting, and criminal record transfer requirements were discussed. LPA advised the licensee how to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. At this time, the licensee home does not meet the description of a safe and healthy environment for children as described in Chapter 1, Division 12, Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations. Deficiencies can be viewed on the LIC 809-D pages. Page 3 Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Lian Hong Zhu. 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-car e-licensing/\302\255\302\255ction-process . Page 4

Citations

3 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • OPERATION OF A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as the fire extinguisher was expired with a service date of 8/2/21 which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 102419(d)Type B

    ADMISSION PROCEDURES AND PARENTAL AND AUTHORIZED

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 6 out of 6 children's records did not have the LIC 995A which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 102425(a)(3)Type B

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 of the 4 cribs/pack-n-plays to have blankets in place of tight-fitting sheets which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the November 1, 2022 inspection of ZHU FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was a inspection inspection of ZHU FAMILY CHILD CARE on November 1, 2022. 3 citations were issued: 3 Type B.

Were any citations issued to ZHU FAMILY CHILD CARE on November 1, 2022?

Yes, 3 citations were issued (0 Type A, 3 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as the fire extinguisher was expired with..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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