Routine inspection·July 14, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Anomeh Eivazian conducted an unannounced required 1- year inspection to the above facility on 07/14/23. LPA arrived at the facility at 8:30 AM and met with Sylvia Amador, Licensee who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. A COVID 19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. Per licensee, Sylvia Amador facility hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. LPA provided a copy of Entrance Checklist\342\200\224Family Child Care Home (LIC126) to licensee. This is a one story home located on the first level. The home consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 & 1/2 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room ( FIREPLACE: inaccessible ), den (children's play room), laundry room, garage, front yard and backyard (fenced). The children use the half bathroom in the back room, dining room, living room, den, and backyard (fenced). Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, laundry room, front yard, detached garage and the very back of the backyard. LPA did not observ e stairs in the home. During this inspection individuals who reside in the home were discussed and notes on Confidential Name List (LIC811) and attached to this report. Per licensee, parents enter the home through the main entrance which leads to the living room. All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. At 8:50 a.m., Licensee took this LPA on a tour of the home. LPA was toured through the interior starting with the living room, LPA observed sofas, a coffee table, and TV in the living room. Next LPA toured the dining room and observed a dining table and chairs in the dining room. Next LPA toured the kitchen and observed child proof safety latches on the cabinets where licensee stores sharp items. Next LPA toured the den (children play room) and observed children tables, chairs, and toys in the daycare room. Next LPA toured the half bathroom in the back bedroom and did not observe any hazards. Per licensee, children only walk through the last bedroom to use the bathroom. Per licensee, the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher was not available in the home during this inspection. Licensee tested the carbon monoxide and smoke detectors in the living room. It sounded off the alarms and heard by LPA to be functional. REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE 1 of 4 Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which could pose a danger to children were observed to be inaccessible to children. The licensee states that there are no poisons in the home and understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. Next LPA toured the backyard fenced. Currently, children are using the 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. Back of backyard which is off-limit area, is gated to prevent access. The licensee states that supervision is always provided. Per licensee, she provides food for children in care. Licensee was advised that if food is brought from the children\342\200\231s homes, all containers must be labeled with child\342\200\231s name and properly stored or refrigerated. Per Licensee, at 9:30 a.m there are weapons, firearms, pools, spas, hot tubs, fish ponds, or similar bodies of water on the premises. Per licensee, there are two dogs on the premises which are accessible to the children. The licensee was observed to be operating within the licensed capacity and is not exceeding the required limitations during this inspection. During this inspection two children were present in the home. All adults present have obtained a criminal record clearance on Licensing Information System (LIS). Per licensee, currently she does not have 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. 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 expired on 06/2023. Licensee did not have current required mandated reporter training on file. There are first aid supplies available on the premises in the closet in the hallway of bedrooms. LPA advised licensee that if a child shows signs of illness he/she/they shall be separated from other children. REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE 2 of 4 At 9:40 a.m., facility roster was reviewed and completed. Per licensee currently there are 2 children enrolled, one being licensee's biological child. LPA reviewed 1 children's records, including emergency information from 1 enrolled children, and all 1 reviewed files were completed. The licensee did not have proof of immunization against influenza, pertussis, and measles. 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 03/20/23. Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster and the Facility License were observed to be posted at the wall in the daycare area. 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. There is telephone service via a a cellphone that is used and the cellphone stays at the facility during operation hours. Per licensee she does not carry liability insurance or a bond in accordance with standard established by Family Child Care statue. Signed statements (LIC282) on 1 reviewed file. INFANT CARE: Per licensee, she does not provide care to infants. 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. LPA provided the licensee with a copy of A Child Care Provider\342\200\231s Guide to Safe Sleep, by American Academy of Pediatrics. LPA also consulted and explained Child Abuse Reporting, Never Shake a Baby, and Safe Sleeping practices. SAFE SLEEP : LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee, and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at http://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforescources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resoucrces/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 http://www/cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Boppy recall: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/The-Boppy-Company-Recalls-Over-3-Million-Original-Newborn-Loungers-Boppy-Preferred-Newborn-Loungers-and-Pottery-Barn-Kids-Boppy-Newborn-Loungers-After-8-Infant-Deaths-Suffocation-Risk REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE 3 of 4 Medication: Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed . The licensee states that she will provide IMS. Per licensee, there are no children enrolled that require IMS at this time. 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 to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates online at: www.ccld.ca.gov . The following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809 (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. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. 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 experienced. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . For additional information regarding inspection tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.gov/inforesouces/community-care-liceinsing/inspection-process Licensee, Sylvia Amador 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, Sylvia Amador, 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, Sylvia Amador at 11:15 AM.. REPORT END 4 of 4