Facility-requested visit·October 23, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Staicy Perry conducted an unannounced Case Management \342\200\223 Licensee Initiated visit to the above facility for the purpose of evaluating the Licensee\342\200\231s request for a capacity increase from 8 to 14. Fire clearance for a capacity of 14 was granted on 10/3/2024. A COVID risk assessment was conducted. LPA met with Licensee, Melisa Agramon, to whom the reason for the visit was explained. Per Licensee, there is 6 children currently enrolled. There were no additional adults present during the visit. The licensee was observed to be operating within the license capacity limitations. LIC 9149 Property Owner Landlord Consent on file for a large family childcare home. The licensee states that 3 adults and 0 children currently live in the home. All adults living in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance. This is a one-story home which consists of 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, dining area, living room, laundry room, and front yard (fenced). The children use the bathroom in the hallway, the living room, the dining area, and the front yard. Licensee had latches on cabinets were any potentially hazardous material. Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include the 2 bedrooms, kitchen and laundry room. Page 1 of 5 Licensee guided analyst on a tour of the facility. During this visit, all areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were toured and inspected. The following was observed: Facility License, Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster, and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist were observed to be posted in the entry way of the home. A current children\342\200\231s roster was available for review. The facility has telephone service via a cellphone. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 6:00 am - 10:00 pm. For ventilation, LPA Perry observed central AC and the vents located on the ceiling. Licensee states there are no fireplace or bodies of water at the facility, and none were observed by LPA on this day. Per licensee she does have 2 pet dogs that are kept in the off-limit bedroom during hours of operation. Detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications were observed to be inaccessible to children. LPA advised that any poisons should be locked under key or combination lock. Licensee states that there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home, and none were observed on this day. The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was last serviced on September 24, 2024, as indicated on the service tag. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors located in the dining room area were tested and were operable on this day. 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 7/8/2024. Page 2 of 5 The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are first aid supplies available. There are age-appropriate toys available for children. Appropriate sleeping arrangements in form of a playpen and nap cots were observed. Licensee states that she is currently caring for one infant aged 17 months. Per licensee, Breakfast, Lunch, PM snack and dinner is provided by licensee. Licensee stated that she works with a food program called CDA. Licensee was advised that food brought from the children\342\200\231s homes, all containers must be labeled with child\342\200\231s name and properly stored or refrigerated. Licensee does not transport the children. LPA toured the outdoor play area and inspected its safety and condition. LPA observed perimeter fencing which is free of miscellaneous debris/hazards. All trees, shrubs and plants are maintained. Outdoor play yard was observed to have toys for the children to play. Outdoor area was observed to have a playhouse and outdoor toys for the children that were observed to be age appropriate. LPA observed plants that are not poisons and or sharp to the touch. All plants were barricaded with a kiddy gate. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed, including emergency information, and were observed to be complete. Licensee records were reviewed. The licensee and other personnel have completed training on preventive health practices including Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR. The licensee's Pediatric First Aid and CPR from Red Cross expires on 12/16/2024. Licensee\342\200\231s assistant Pediatric First Aid and CPR from Red Cross expires on 12/16/2024. Page 3 of 5 LPA observed that the Licensee does have proof of immunization record and the Mandated Reporter AB 1207 compliant Child Care Training Certificate on file with expiration on 2/1/26. www.mandatedreporterca.com LPA observed that the Licensee\342\200\231s assistant Ana Escarrega does have proof of immunization record and the Mandated Reporter AB 1207 compliant Child Care Training Certificate on file with expiration on 2/1/2026. www.mandatedreporterca.com Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Childcare Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes in the home. LPA did not observe the following items during the inspection: Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, trampolines, Saucer Chairs, and/or any other item that fall into these categories are not permitted in a family childcare facility. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. 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: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . 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 Page 4 of 5 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. 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. 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. During the exit interview, the Licensee, Melisa Agramon, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Melisa Agramon. At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. No deficiencies cited. The capacity increase request for a Large Family Child Care will be submitted for review. Once a capacity increase is issued, the Licensee is required to adhere to the terms and limitations as stated on the license. Page 5 of 5