Routine inspection·July 11, 2023

VISIT CONDUCTED IN: SPANISH At 9:00 am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Roxana Lopez conducted an unannounced required 1 year inspection to the above facility. A risk assessment was conducted upon entry- appropriate PPE was used. LPA met with Ofelia Bejar, Licensee who guided analysts on a tour of the facility. Per Licensee, there are 11 currently enrolled. A current children\342\200\231s roster was available for review. There were 8 children present upon arrival- 2 being infants. Also present during inspection was Co-Licensee Mabel Bejar and 1 assistant. The licensee states that 2 adults currently live in the home. Per Licensee, they currently have 1 assistant. All adults present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption prior to working, residing or volunteering in the licensed childcare home. Licensee states that there are no weapons stored in the home. This is a one story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, family room, kitchen, garage, front yard and backyard (fenced). The children have access to living room, family room, 1 bathroom, front yard and backyard fenced. Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include, 3 bedrooms, kitchen, 1 bathroom and garage. The LPA toured all areas used by children during this visit. LPA observed all inaccessible areas to be locked. ---------------------------------------------------- pg. 1 of 5 -------------------------------------------------------------- All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. There is telephone service via a landline and a cellphone. There is ventilation and heating (central). The following was observed and reviewed during this inspection. Detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications were observed to be inaccessible to children. Poisons are locked in an off limits shed. The restroom that children use was observed to be safe and sanitary. The valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 3/23/2023, as indicated on service tag. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. All homes shall conduct fire and disaster drills at least once every six months, and document the date and time of each drill. Last drill documented was conducted on 6/12/2023 Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster and the Facility License were observed to be posted in the entrance hallway. The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are toys available for children. Appropriate sleeping arrangements and cribs were observed. 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-andresources/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. --------------------------------------------- pg.2 of 5 --------------------------------------------------------------------- LPA did not observe the following items during the inspection: Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs, Trampolines and/or any other item that fall into these categories are not permitted in a family child care facility. Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes in the home. Currently, children are using the front and back yard for outdoor play time. 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 can pose a danger to children on the outdoor yard. There are no pets in the facility. The licensee is observed to be operating within the license capacity limitations. At 10:00 am children\342\200\231s records were reviewed, including emergency information and were observed to be complete. LPA advised Licensee that they should have a complete file for their grandkid (co-licensee\342\200\231s son). The licensee and other personnel have completed training on preventive health practices including Pediatric First Aid and CPR. The licensee's Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires on 3/21/2025. There are first aid supplies available. LPA observed that the Licensee and assistant do have proof of immunization record and the Mandated Reporter AB 1207 compliant Child Care Training Certificate on file. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. -------------------------------------------------- pg. 3 of 5 --------------------------------------------------------------- For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514- 0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/ . Licensee, was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on line at: www.ccld.ca.gov . Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Megan\342\200\231s Law - Family Child Care Homes During the exit interview, the LICENSEE Ofelia Bejar, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. ------------------------------------------------- pg. 4 of 5 ----------------------------------------------------------------- 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/inspection-process At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. No deficiencies cited. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Licensee Ofelia Bejar. ---------------------------------------------- pg. 5 of 5 ----------------------------------------------------------------------