Routine inspection·November 9, 2022

Inspection was conducted in English and Spanish (Jonathan and Tonya translated to English for licensee) On November 09, 2022 at Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Dayna Chambers conducted an unannounced annual inspection to the above facility. LPA arrived at the facility at 8:30AM and met with Alba Castro De Torres, Licensee. Licensee who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. Also present during this inspection, was Jonathan Torres Castro, Julissa Padilla, and Tonya Padilla, Licensee\342\200\231s Assistants. Per Licensee, operation hours are Monday through Sunday 5:00am to 7:00pm. There are 19 children that are currently enrolled. A current children\342\200\231s roster was available for review. There were 7 children present upon arrival. This is a one-story home which consists of 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room/activity room, dining room, kitchen, converted garage attached to living room, front yard and backyard (fenced). The children use the bathroom in the hallway. Per Licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: Master Bedroom and bathroom, kitchen. The licensee provides food for children in care. Individuals who reside in the home were noted and discussed. Per Licensee, they currently have 3 assistants. All adults present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption prior to working, residing or volunteering in the licensed childcare home. Licensee states that there are no firearms stored in the home. All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. There is telephone service via cellphone that is used, and the cellphone stays at the facility during operation hours. There is ventilation and heating via central heat and air and fans. Safe toys play equipment and materials were observed. 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. The restroom that children use was observed to be safe and sanitary. The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged however the service tag expired, correction will be provided today, 11/09/22. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested. The carbon monoxide detector is operable. The smoke detectors will be replaced 11/09/22. This is a large family home and the required fire alarm is installed. Licensee is currently caring for infants. Licensee states that infants sleep in bedroom #1. LPA observed a sleeping infant in the bedroom and the sliding glass door was closed. LPA advised the licensee the door must remain open when infants are sleeping. LPA advised licensee that the infants need to be constantly supervised. Appropriate sleeping arrangements and cribs were observed. (one crib for each infant in care was observed. Cribs or play yard did not hinder the entrance or exit from the sleeping space, mattresses shall be firm and covered with a fitted sheet that overlaps the underside so it cannot be dislodged. LPA advised the licensee that Cribs and play yards shall be free of loose articles and objects. No objects were observed to be hanging above or attached to the side of the crib. LPA did not observe any infants swaddled while in care. LPA advised the Licensee that infants shall be placed on their backs for sleeping and shall be supervised. Infants shall be checked on every 15 minutes and the time of each 15-minute check shall be documented with child\342\200\231s name and date. The LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping Plan shall be completed for each infant up to 12 months of age. A copy of the LIC 9227 was provided to Licensee, a copy of the Provider Information Notice (PIN) 20-24 CCP, and safe sleep FAQs. Currently, children are using the back yard for outdoor play time. 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 can pose a danger to children on the outdoor yard. The licensee is observed to be operating within the license capacity limitations. LPA did not observe any children left in parked vehicles. Car seats shall only be used for transportation. LPA did not observe any children sleeping in car seats. The licensee and other personnel have completed training on preventive health practices including Pediatric First Aid and CPR. The licensee's Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires on 07/25/2023. There are first aid supplies available. LPA advised that if a child shows signs of illness, he/she/they shall be separated from other children. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed, including emergency information and were observed to be complete. The licensee has proof of immunization against influenza, pertussis, and measles. LPA observed that the assistant does have proof of the Mandated Reporter AB 1207 compliant Child Care Training Certificate on file. Licensee will provide LPA the Mandated Reporter Certificate completed in Spanish. LPA issued a Confidential Names List (LIC 811) to the licensee which documents staff and children\342\200\231s files reviewed during this inspection. 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 conducted on 11/09/2022. There are no pets on the premises. LPA did not observe any pools, spas, hot tubs, fishponds, or similar bodies of water during the inspection. Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster and the Facility License were observed to be posted. LPA did not observe the following items during the inspection: Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs, Trampolines and/or any other item that fall into these categories are not permitted in a family childcare facility. Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes in the home. LPA provided copies of the Safe Sleep regulations, LIC9227, 311D, PIN 20-24ccp. Incidental Medical Services (IMS): 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 . LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates online at: www.ccld.ca.gov . Capacity Handout (Small & Large) was provided during this inspection. 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. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee [or facility representative] 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. 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 following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809 (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, Alba Castro De Torres.