Routine inspection·March 16, 2022

On 3/16/2022 at 2:15PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Thelma Razo conducted an unannounced Required - 1 Year on-site and was greeted by Licensee Tilaka Alando and was later joined by Licensee Augustus Alando. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entry to the facility. LPA stated the purpose of the visit and provided LIC 126 Entrance Checklist to facilitate the inspection. At 2:27PM, LPA was guided to a tour by Licensee Augustus Alando. This is a single-story home with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathroom, kitchen, dining room, living room, front yard and fenced back yard. There is 1 adult family member and no minor residing in the home. There were three children and two infants in care during the inspection. The licensee was observed to be operating within the licensed capacity and is not exceeding the required limitations. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected to include the following: \302\267 Childcare areas: Living room, bathroom by the house entrance, and backyard as outdoor play area. \302\267 Off limit areas: 3 Bedrooms, 1 private bathroom in the master bedroom, kitchen, dining area All areas used by children were inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone (land line), ventilation and heating (central). The licensees state that there are no poisons in the home. The licensees understand that any poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, sharp objects and hazardous items that can pose a danger to children are inaccessible in all areas of the home. The valve on the required 2A-10BC fire extinguisher indicates it was fully charged. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were operable. Per licensee, there are no firearms and ammunition on the premises. There is a swimming pool on the premises which is enclosed by a 5 feet iron fence. There was a dog on the premises. Per Licensees, their dog was vaccinated. There were toys observed for children. Posting requirements were observed to be posted at the time of inspection. Page 1 of 3 LPA reviewed and issued the LIC 311D - Forms/Records to Keep in Your Family Child Care Home. LPA advised the licensee how to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on line at: www.ccld.ca.gov LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant 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 applicant 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. 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 Licensees were 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. All adults present have obtained a criminal record clearance. The licensees have proof of current pediatric first aid and CPR (expires: 02/5/2024). Licensees have current mandated reporter training certificates on file. No smoking, No infant walkers, No Johnny jumpers, No saucer chairs, No trampolines and any other item that falls into this category are not permitted in a family child care facility. Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. Page 2 of 2 To receive important licensed-related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. 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/tion-process . There were no deficiencies cited during today\342\200\231s inspection. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Licensees Tilaka and Augustus Alando.