Routine inspection·August 8, 2022

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Alicia Mooberry and Patricia Medel conducted a Required Annual Inspection on this date. LPAs met with Rebecca Pescador, Licensee Assistant. There were 4 children present upon arrival. At 2:16pm LPA observed Child #1 strapped in car seat sleeping in the living room. This poses an immediate risk to the health and safety of children in care. Ernestina Montoya, Licensee and provided the inspection Entrance Checklist, LIC 126. Licensee provided tour of facility. LPA inspected rooms/areas on the facility sketch in which child-care services are provided and to which children have access. Per licensee the hours of operation are Monday-Friday 6:00am-6:00pm. Licensee offers after hours and overnight. LPA discussed and provided Overnight care regulation. All adults present have obtained the required Background Clearance. Individuals residing in the home were discussed and noted This is a single story, 3 bedroom/2 bath home. The main childcare areas are the enclosed patio in the back yard, living room and two (1) bedroom. Other areas accessible to children are: front yard and back yard. Off limit areas, per Licensee and facility sketch are: two bedroom down the hall from the bathroom. Attached garage a the front of the home, which included a laundry area and converted garage. LPA observed safety locks and gates making off limit areas inaccessible by children in care All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. The following was observed and reviewed during this inspection: LPA observed required posted documentation in facility entrance which included: Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form. LPA observed completed facility records including; LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan. Page 1 \342\200\223 Report Continues Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. Fire extinguisher indicated fully charged and was serviced 04/08/22. Licensee was reminded that fire extinguisher needs to be serviced yearly. The home maintains telephone service via cell phone. The home is observed to be clean and orderly. LPA observed an infant bouncer which is not allowed in the childcare area which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. LPA observed that detergents, cleaning compounds are in the kitchen inaccessible to children. Licensee states that there are no poisons stored in the home and understands that all poisons must be lock, not only inaccessible to children. Isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked up is in living room, away from the other children. Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home. Licensee has a small dog that is kept inaccessible to children in care. The bathroom that children use is located in the hallway observed to be clean and free of hazards. Infant Care : LPA informed licensee of the new Safe sleep regulations, including LIC 9227 Infant Sleep Plan for infants under 12 months, 15-minute sleep check documentation for infants 0-24 months, and provided PIN 20-24-CCP in Spanish. LPA provided Technical Assistance to licensee and staff. 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. 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. Currently, children are using the front and back yard for outdoor play. 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 could be hazardous to children in care. The facility has no bodies of water on the premises. 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, and documentation of 15-minute Infant Sleep Check (0-24 months) -------------------Page 2 \342\200\223 Report Continues LPA reminded licensee to ensure the keep items that can be hazardous to children in care inaccessible, including medicines and alcohol.. 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. Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, LIC-501: Personnel Record, LIC 508-Criminal Record Statement, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, 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. LPA reminded licensee to ensure they are aware of any new COVID-19 precautions and procedures. 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/inspection-process . The Licensee is requesting to increase to a Large Family Child Care with a capacity of 12-14 children. A fire clearance was granted. Page 3 Report Continues Based on the LPA's observations and records review the following deficiencies will be cited today in accordance with California Title 22 Regulations. Upon receipt of this report, the Licensee shall post the Notice of Site visit and any licensing report documenting a type \342\200\234A\342\200\235 deficiency. The report and the Notice of Site visit shall be posted for 30 consecutive days. 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 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. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Ernestina Montoya