Routine inspection·September 14, 2021

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rita Ramos conducted an unannounced required 1 year inspection to the above facility on 09/14/2021. LPA arrived at the facility at 8:45:AM and met with Celest Villagran, Licensee who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. LPA provided Licensee with a copy of the LIC 126 Entrance Checklist to help facilitate the inspection. LPA observed that also present during this inspection, was Karen Munoz, Licensee\342\200\231s Assistant. LPA observed 6 children upon arrival. Per Licensee, operation hours are 7AM to 6PM. There are 10 children that are currently enrolled. A current children\342\200\231s roster was available for review. This home is located in a duplex property which is divided into 3 homes. Licensee resides in the back home with their own address number separate from the other 2 residences on this property. Licensee resides on the first story which consists of 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, kitchen, living room, backyard. The children use the bathroom next to the kitchen and bedroom. LPA observed that there is no fireplace or wall heaters. Per Licensee, children have access to the bedroom, bathroom, living room, and kitchen. The kitchen has a gate that is placed if Licensee is cooking, other than that, the kitchen is accessible. The licensee provides food for children in care. Individuals who reside in the home were noted and discussed. Per Licensee, they currently have one assistant. 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 Licensee states that there are no firearms stored in the home. ----------Page 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 cellphone that is used. LPA advised the Licensee that the cellphone has to stay at the facility during operation hours. There is ventilation and heating (central). Safe toys play equipment and materials were observed. When inspecting the kitchen area at 9:09AM, LPA observed that there was a can of Raid ant and roach killer (poison) and other detergents, cleaning compounds, and other items which could pose a danger to children under the sink in a cabinet. LPA advised Licensee that all poisons need to be locked with key or combination lock. In addition, the cabinet was not latching due to one of the latches being broken. This poses an immediate health and safety risk to children in care. The restroom that children use was observed to be safe and sanitary. The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 05/18/21, as indicated on service receipt. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. Licensee states that she is currently caring for infants. Licensee states that infants sleep in the bedroom where they are constantly supervised. Appropriate sleeping arrangements and cribs were observed. Cribs or play yard did not hinder the entrance or exit from the sleeping space. Cribs and play yards were observed to be free of loose articles and objects. No objects were observed to be hanging above or attached to the side of the crib. LPA did not observe any infants swaddled while in care. 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 the time of each 15-minute check shall be documented with child\342\200\231s name and date. The LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping Plan shall be completed for each infant up to 12 months of age. A copy of the LIC 9227 was provided to Licensee. Licensee did not have a sleeping log for all infants in care or an LIC 9227 form for Child #4 during the inspection. 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. ------Page 2 of 5 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. During the inspection, at 9:15AM, LPA observed that children are using the front yard for outdoor play. The front yard is being used due to the backyard being under construction. Licensee did not notify the department of the construction. The Licensee also did not notify the department that an area that is off-limits (front yard) will be used during the construction. LPA observed that there is a temporary metal fence with green mesh and protruding bars at the bottom being held by sand bags and no barricade to make the backyard inaccessible. LPA observed open and under construction garage. The construction poses an immediate health and safety risk to children in care (pictures were taken). The licensee states that supervision is being provided in the front yard. LPA inspected the front yard and observed rose bushes that are not covered or barricaded and advised Licensee that the rose bushes are hazardous due to the thorns. The licensee is observed to be operating within the license capacity limitations. LPA did not observe any children left in parked vehicles. Car seats shall only be used for transportation. LPA did not observe any children sleeping in car seats. 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 03/2023. There are first aid supplies available. LPA advised that if a child shows signs of illness they shall be separated from other children. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed, including emergency information and were observed to be complete, however, Licensee did not have a file for Child #5 & #6. The licensee and assistant do have proof of immunization against influenza, pertussis, and measles. LPA observed that the Licensee and assistant do have proof of the Mandated Reporter AB 1207 compliant Child Care Training Certificate on file.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 07/23/21. ----Page 3 of 5 There are no pets on the premises. LPA did not observe any pools, spas, hot tubs, fish ponds, or similar bodies of water during the inspection. Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster and the Facility License were observed to be posted. LPA did observe 2 baby walkers, one in the closet and one in the backyard. LPA advised Licensee to ensure that no baby walkers can be on the premises. Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes in the home. 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 . 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-care-licensing/process The following deficiencies listed on the attached deficiency page are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children\342\200\231s health & safety. -----Page 4 of 5 A copy of this report shall be provided to the parent/guardian of children currently enrolled by the next business day or immediately upon return. A copy of this report shall also be provided to the parent/guardian of any newly enrolled children for the next 12 months (1 year). The Acknowledgement form must be maintained in each child\342\200\231s file immediately upon receipt from parent. Licensee/Director was provided with a copy of the parent Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Reports Form during this visit. A copy of the Parent Notification Requirements was also provided to the licensee/Director. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Celest Villagran. -----Page 5 of 5