Routine inspection·June 5, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Veronica Martinez Garza conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection at the above facility on 06/05/24 at 09:00 a.m. LPA met with Jeannette Herrera, licensee who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. There were 03 children present during this inspection. Also present during this inspection was the licensee\342\200\231s mom/assistant Pompeya Herrera. Per licensee, 12 children are enrolled. Operation hours Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. This is a one-story home which consists of 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, living room, dining room, kitchen, front and back yard (fenced), and detached garage. Areas accessible to children include the living room (main care), 1 bathroom, front and back yards (fenced). Areas off-limits to children and parents include: 2 bedrooms, kitchen, and detached garage. There are no pets on the premises. Per licensee, family members residing in the home are 1 adult and 1 minor. All individuals present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption prior to working, residing, or volunteering in a licensed home and are identified on the attached LIC811. LPA toured all areas identified on the facility sketch used by children during this visit and were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. Tour began in the living room and LPA observed toys, materials, and equipment for children in care. There are 2 wall heaters (1) in the living room and the other one is in the hallway across from the children\342\200\231s bathroom. LPA observed a SoCal Gas notice attached to the wall heater that noted that the heaters are turned off. There are 2 well mounted gates preventing access to the bedrooms and children\342\200\231s bathroom and kitchen. Adjacent to the living room is the dining room. LPA observed appropriate napping equipment (mats and 1 play pen). Mats are stored in the living room and play pen is in the dining room. Page 1 of 4 LPA observed that the play pen and mats do not hinder the entrance or exit to and from the space they are sleeping in. The play pen does not have anything hanging on the sides or on top. Per licensee, children nap in the living room. LPA did not observe any hazardous materials throughout this inspection. The bathroom children use was observed to be safe and in sanitary conditions. Children do not have access to the kitchen; however, children walk through the kitchen to go to the outdoor area (backyard). Licensee keeps all knives up high and inaccessible to children in care. There\342\200\231s also a first aid kit readily available. LPA observed the following required posted documentation in the entrance/dining room of the facility: Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form. LPA reviewed facility records LIC 610- Emergency Disaster Plan and Disaster drill log. 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 conducted was on 05/01/24. Children\342\200\231s roster was available during this inspection and was observed to be current. LPA did not observe any pools, spas, hot tubs, fishponds, or similar bodies of water during the inspection. Licensee does understand that licensing staff may have access to off-limit areas during inspection visit if necessary. **Rooms that are off-limits need to be made inaccessible during operating hours** Per licensee, food is provided to children in care. Licensee was advised that if food is brought from the children\342\200\231s homes, all containers must be labeled with the child\342\200\231s name and properly stored or refrigerated. There is telephone service via a landline and a cellphone. There is ventilation and heating. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which could pose a danger to children were observed to be inaccessible to children. The licensee stated there are poisons stored in the detached garage. The detached garage is always locked. At 09:43 a.m. smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. The valve on the required 2: A 10 BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 10/18/23, per the attached service tag. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually. The isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked up is in the dining room with supervision. Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per licensee, no one smokes in the home. Page 2 of 4 Currently children are using the front and backyard (fenced) for outdoor play with natural shade from the trees and age-appropriate play equipment for children in care. LPA did not observe any objects that could be hazardous to children in care. LPA also advised licensee to check with the American Standard Testing Materials for Playground Guidelines and/or to use the manufactures recommendations for the playground equipment in efforts to be more in line with safety guidelines. Licensee understands that children should be supervised at all times. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, Immunization's Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, and LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, LIC 9227- Infant sleep form (0-12 months, and documentation of 15-minute Infant Sleep Check (0-24 months). LPA observed all children\342\200\231s files are complete. Licensee and assistant's records were reviewed for approved Proof of immunizations against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. Licensee\342\200\231s Mandated Reporter Training expired on 06/22/24. Licensee\342\200\231s Pediatric CPR/FA expires on 06/16/24. 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 The licensee is operating within proper capacity and ratios. LPA observed licensee to be present at the home and providing adequate care and supervision. Licensee is caring is for infants. 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. No infant walkers, No baby bouncers, No Johnny jumpers, No exersaucers and any other item that falls into that category. Page 3 of 4 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 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. 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 . 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 . 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. Licensee Jeannette Herrera confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. At this time, the facility is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no deficiencies being issued today. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Jeannette Herrera. Page 4 of 4