Routine inspection·March 30, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Austin Estrada conducted an unannounced required 1-year inspection at the above facility. LPA met with the Licensee Leticia Velez and informed her of the purpose for the visit. LPA provided the inspection Entrance Checklist (LIC 126). Licensee guided LPA on a tour of the facility. There were four children (one infant) present during the inspection. All adults present during the inspection have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption. Individuals residing in the home have been discussed and noted. Licensee provides care to children ages 6 months to 12 years old and operation days/ hours are Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. This is a single story home which consists of 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, living room, detached garage and backyard (fenced). LPA observed an additional dwelling unit (ADU) located in the backyard which consists of one bedroom and one bathroom. LPA observed the ADU to be locked. Per Licensee, off limit areas for children in care include the kitchen, detached garage, one bedroom, and the ADU in the backyard. Per Licensee, children are escorted through the kitchen to the on limits bedroom and bathroom. Licensee has one dog (German Shepherd). Per Licensee the dog does not interact with children in care. Children use the restroom in the hallway. The restroom that children use was observed safe and sanitary. LPA observed sleeping mats in the on limits bedroom. Per Licensee, children take their blankets home weekly to be washed. Licensee will wash linens if necessary. 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. All documents were observed to be posted in the living room area. Facility records were reviewed for LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610A- Emergency Disaster Plan and Verification of Disaster and Fire Drills. The last drill was conducted on 1/18/23. All documents were observed during the inspection. There is an operable carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in the home. A fully charged Fire extinguisher (2A10BC) was observed in the kitchen area. Licensee was unable to provide a purchase receipt for the fire extinguisher. LPA advised Licensee that fire extinguishers should be purchased or serviced yearly. The home maintains telephone service (mobile). LPA observed cleaning compounds, medication, and sharp objects such as knives located in the off limits kitchen area inaccessible to children in care. Per Licensee, no children require medication. Per licensee there are no poisons stored in the home. LPA advised Licensee that all poisons must be locked away, not only inaccessible. Isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked up is in the bedroom, away from the other children. Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home. Per Licensee, children bring breakfast and snacks. Licensee provides lunch to the children in care. Per Licensee breakfast and snacks are provided to children if needed. LPA advised Licensee if children bring food from home it must be labeled with the child’s name and properly stored or refrigerated. The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are toys and other age-appropriate materials available for children. LPA observed the wall heater in the living room made inaccessible to children in care. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced and contain toys and other age- appropriate materials available for children. Per Licensee, children are supervised while playing outside. LPA did not observe any pools, spas, or other bodies of water. During the inspection, children present was observed to be treated with dignity and respect, observed to be receiving safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations, furnishings, and equipment, and free from corporal and/or unusual punishment. Children’s records were reviewed for (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, Immunization Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents’ Rights, LIC 9227- Infant sleep form (0-12 months, and documentation of 15-minute Infant Sleep Check (0-24 months). LPA did not observe an infant sleep log for C1 at the time of inspection. 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, and LIC 9108- Statement of Child and Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. Licensee’s CPR/First Aid expires on 10/23/24. LPA did not observe a current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate at the time of inspection. Licensee was advised that the Mandated Reporter Training should be completed every two years. Infant Care: Currently licensee cares for one infant. LPA observed one play yard in the bedroom. LPA reviewed Safe sleep regulations with Licensee, including LIC 9227 (Infant Sleep Plan) for infants under 12 months and 15-minute sleep check documentation for infants 0-24 months. LPA 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 provided a copy of PIN 20-24-CCP: Recently Approved Safe Sleep Regulations in Effect. Overnight Care: Per Licensee, there is no overnight care is not provided at the moment. LPA discussed the following: Licensee is aware that they must remain wake while children are awake. If children sleep in separate area from licensee, the door must remain open. If licensee cannot hear children when they wake up, video or audio device can be used. LPA provided and discussed PIN 23-06-CCP Information Regarding Brightly Colored Fentanyl, Also Referred to as “Rainbow Fentanyl”. 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 Center and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . 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. LPA advised Licensee that all adults age 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. 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 . Based on the LPA’s observations, interviews 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’s health & safety. Deficiencies include three type B violations for C1 not having an infant sleep log available for review, not having documentation of a serviced or purchased fire extinguisher within the last year, and not having a current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate available for review. An exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with Licensee. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty. Appeal rights were discussed and provided to the Licensee.