Routine inspection·August 18, 2022

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Susann Sanchez conducted an unannounced annual required inspection at the above facility on 08/18/22 at 10:40AM. LPA met with Shannon Fields-Benjamin, Licensee who guided analysts on a tour of the facility including "off limit " areas. There were 2 children and 1 infant present with the licensee, present when LPA arrived. Facility capacity is in compliance for a Small Family Child Care Home. Hours of operation are Mon-Fri 6:00 AM - 6:00PM. Food is provided by Licensee. Licensee was reminded if children bring food from home it must be labeled with the child\342\200\231s name and properly stored or refrigerated. This is a two story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 restrooms, kitchen, family room, living room, backyard (fenced), garage, and front yard. The following areas are used for day-care: Family room, 1 bathroom, living room, and kitchen. Off limit areas include: , All of upstairs (3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom), backyard, front yard, and garage. Individuals residing in the home have been discussed and noted. All adults present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption. 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 reviewed required posted documentation for Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form. Facility records were reviewed for LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan and Disaster drill log, last drill conducted on 08/18/22. LPA observed that licensee is implementing COVID-19 precautions and procedures. At 10:55 during tour, LPA observed the fire extinguisher to be fully charged, however, fire extinguisher has not been serviced since 08/10/2021. LPA gave a technical violation. Also during the tour LPA does not observe a gate at the bottom of the stairs, LPA addressed gate and Licensee put up gate. LPA gave an advisory. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. The home maintains telephone service via landline and cell phone. The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are toys and other age appropriate material available for children. LPA observed that detergents, cleaning compounds and medication are stored in the kitchen , inaccessible to children by latches and high cabinets. 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. Infant Care : Currently licensee has 1 infant enroll and 1 infant was present during inspection. LPA observed 1 play yards visible in family room. Infant sleeps on a mat. Napping equipment does not block entrances or exits. Infant mattresses were observed to be firm with tightly fitted sheets. LPA did not observe loose object, bumpers, objects hanging, or objects attached to the play yards. 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 the following a sleep supervision plan for infants: to continue sleeping children in the family room and living room. Currently, children do not play in the backyard or front yard due to palm tree dropping seeds. Licensee takes children on daily nature walks after 3:30pm for outdoor time. LPA did not observe any objects that could be hazardous to children in care. There are no pools or spas, or other bodies of water. Around 11:30am, during staff and children's file review, LPA noticed a child#3 file was incomplete. LPA informed Licensee who realized that child #3 was misplaced and called parent during inspection. LPA gave an advisory. LPA also observed the facility roster to be incomplete, Licensee stated she will complete the roster. LPA gave an advisory. A technical violation was given for Mandated Reporter. Licensee has not had a visit since 2018, the year the mandated reporter training came into place. Per Licensee was unaware of the training. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, Immunizations 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 was given during inspection and the sleep log (0-12 months, and documentation of 15-minute Infant Sleep Check (0-24 months). Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, which licensee was unable to locate. Other files reviewed were; 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 of Child Abuse. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) : Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 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 Center 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/process . 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. During inspection all children were observed to be treated with dignity and respect, they were observed to be receiving safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment, and free from corporal and/or unusual punishment 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 [facility representative] 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. Based on the LPA\342\200\231s observations and records 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. Appeal Rights were given and explained. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Field-Benjamin.