Routine inspection·July 13, 2023

This inspection was conducted in Spanish Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Veronica Martinez Garza conducted an unannounced 1-year required inspection at the above facility on 07/13/23 at 01:44 p.m. A COVID risk assessment was conducted upon entry- appropriate PPE was used. LPA met with Alicia Torres, Licensee who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. There were 10 children present during this inspection 3 being infants. Per licensee, 10 children are enrolled. Present during the inspection was the Licensee\342\200\231s assistant. Operation hours are Monday \342\200\223 Friday 07:00 a.m. \342\200\223 05:00 p.m. This is an apartment complex, located on the first floor which consists of 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, living room, kitchen, front yard (fenced) and back yard (fenced). Per Licensee, family members residing in the home are 2 adults and 0 minors. All individuals present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption prior to working, residing, or volunteering in a licensed home. Individuals living in the home are identified on the attached LIC811. Areas accessible to children include living room, bedroom located next to the bathroom, bathroom, front yard (fenced) and back yard (fenced) for play. Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: 1 bedroom, and kitchen. Per Licensee, there are no pets on the premises. LPA toured all areas identified on the facility sketch used by children during this visit and were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. Page 1 of 5 Living room: LPA observed appropriate napping equipment: play yards. LPA observed that the play yards do not hinder the entrance or exit to and from the space they are sleeping in. There are no objects hanging above or attached to the side of the play yard. Mattresses were observed to be firm and covered with a fitted sheet that is appropriate to the mattress size. LPA did not observe any hazardous materials throughout the living room. Exposed outlets were observed to have covers. LPA observed a wall heater that is maintained barricaded making it inaccessible to children. Per Licensee, wall heater is not working. Bedroom: LPA observed play yards and mats do not hinder the entrance or exit to and from the space they are sleeping in. There are no objects hanging above or attached to the side of the play yard. Mattresses were observed to be firm and covered with a fitted sheet that is appropriate to the mattress size. LPA did not observe any hazardous materials throughout bedroom. Exposed outlets were observed to have covers. Per licensee, children nap in the living room and bedroom with supervision. The licensee does understand that licensing staff may have access to off-limit areas during inspection visit if necessary. LPA observed a first aid kit readily available. Kitchen: Per licensee, the kitchen is off limits to children and maintains all knives in a cabinet with child locks making it inaccessible to children. LPA did not observe any hazardous materials accessible to children. Bathroom: LPA observed the bathroom children use to be safe and in sanitary conditions. LPA did not observe any hazardous materials. Sink cabinets were observed to have child locks. **Rooms that are off-limits need to be made inaccessible during operating hours** Per licensee, food is provided to all children in care. There is telephone service via a landline and cell phone. There is a wall unit for ventilation and licensee uses portable heaters. 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. At 01:56 p.m. combined smoke and carbon monoxide detector was tested and is operable. The valve on the required 2: A10 BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 06/26/23, as indicated on service tag. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually. Page 2 of 5 Per licensee, isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked up is in the living room with supervision. Per licensee, there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home. LPA observed the following required posted documentation in the living 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 documented was 06/22/23. Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Currently children use the front and back yard for outdoor play with adequate shade and age-appropriate play equipment for children in care. LPA did not observe any objects that could be hazardous to children in care. Licensee understands that children should be supervised at all times. LPA did not observe any pools, spas, hot tubs, fishponds, or similar bodies of water during the inspection. Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes in the home. 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, 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. Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, expires 01/28/25, 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 expires on 03/30/24. LPA observed licensee\342\200\231s file to be complete. LPA observed licensee\342\200\231s assistant does not have proof of immunizations (MMR, Tdap, TB, influenza) and Mandated Reporter Training. Per Licensee, assistant will be obtaining proof of immunizations and Mandated Reporter Training this month. 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 Page 3 of 5 The licensee is operating within proper capacity and ratios. LPA observed licensee to be present at the home and providing adequate care and supervision. 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. LPA provided PIN 20-24-CCP SP and PUB 217 Never Shake a Baby Brochure. No infant walkers, No baby bouncers, No Johnny jumpers, No exersaucers and any other item that falls into that category. 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 . Page 4 of 5 LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations, and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov 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. Based on the LPA\342\200\231s observations and record review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (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. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Alicia Torres. Page 5 of 5