Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alicia Mooberry conducted a Required Annual Inspection on this date. Upon arrival at 1:15pm LPA met with Kendra Olivera, who provided tour of facility. LPA explained the purpose of inspection and provided the inspection Entrance Checklist, LIC 126. LPA inspected rooms/areas on the facility sketch in which child-care services are provided and to which children have access, as well as off limit area. Per licensee, the hours of operation are Monday-Friday 7:00am - 6:00pm. There were 6 children present, including 2 infants. Also present was David Perez, Co-licensee.
All adults present have obtained the required background clearance. Individuals residing in the home were discussed and noted. The home maintains telephone service via cell phone.
This is a two-story home consisting of 3 bedrooms and 1 1/2 baths.
Care is provided in the living and dining room. There is a half bathroom adjacent to the dining area that is used by day care children.
Area off limits to children are: The 2nd floor (consists of three bedrooms and one bathroom), kitchen, laundry room and living room accessible through door in the kitchen.The second floor and kitchen are off limits and made inaccessible with a child proof gate. The home has air conditioning and heating. No wall heaters.
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 the facility license, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form posted in the living room. LPA observed completed facility records including; LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan.
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Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. Fire extinguisher indicated fully charged and a receipt attached dated 7/10/22, Licensee was reminded that fire extinguisher needs to be serviced yearly. The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are toys and other age appropriate material available for children. LPA observed that kitchen and bathroom cabinets have safety locks making items inside inaccessible to children in care. The bathroom that children use is observed to be clean and free of hazards.
Licensee states that there are no poisons stored in the home and understands that all poisons must be lock, not only inaccessible to children.
Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home. There are no pets observed during inspection
Isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked up is in the daycare area away from the other children.
Infant Care
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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. Licensee states infants sleep in the living room where they are supervised by licensees, a play yard is available for infant under 12 months old.
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.
Per licensee, they are not using the outdoor play area, all childcare activities take place indoors. Facility does not have a pool or similar bodies of water.
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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 advised licensee is stay current with the latest COVID-19 advisory, recommendations, mandates.
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.
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
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.
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. 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
.
Based on the LPA's observations and records review, no deficiencies will be cited today in accordance with California Title 22 Regulations.
A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Kendra Olivera.