Routine inspection·July 13, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elka Chavez conducted an unannounced 1-year required inspection in Spanish to the above facility on 07/13/2023. LPA arrived at the facility at 1:25 PM and met with Licensee, Angelica Meraz who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. Entrance Checklist for Family Child Care Homes was provided to the licensee upon entry. There were 3 children present upon arrival. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 5:00 AM to 7:00 PM. This is a one-story home which consists of 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Areas used by the children include the playroom, living room, bathroom, dining room, backyard, and detached garage. Per Licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include:1 bedroom and front yard. LPA inspected the garage to be used for activities during todays inspection. Licensee was reminded that the garage can only be utilized as activity space. There is no eating or sleeping permitted in the garage. All off-limit areas need to be made inaccessible to children in care. The licensee understands that licensing staff may have access to off-limit areas during inspection visit if necessary. Food is provided by Licensee. 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 LIC 999A Facility Sketch or equivalent sketch. Facility records were reviewed for LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan and Disaster drill log, last drill conducted on 6/21/23. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable in the living room. Fire extinguisher indicated fully charged and was serviced in July 2023. 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 and cleaning compounds are kept in the shed located in the backyard and are inaccessible to children. LPA observed a mesh fence making the side of the backyard. Licensee understands that all poisons must be locked. Isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked up is in the living room, away from the other children. Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home. Per licensee there are no pets in the home. Currently Licensee is not caring for any infants. LPA informed Licensee of the new Safe sleep regulations, including LIC 9227 Infant Sleep Plan for infants under 12 months, and the 15-minute sleep check documentation for infants 0-24 months. Currently, children are using the backyard for outdoor play. 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 could be hazardous to children in care. There are no pools or spas, or other bodies of water. The licensee states that supervision is always provided. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, Immunization Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment and LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights. LPA did not observe proof of immunization for child #1 and child #3 on file. LPA did not observe LIC 282 for child #2 and child #3 on file. Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, proof of immunization against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse and Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. LPA did not observe current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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 . Licensee Angelica Meraz was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee Angelica Meraz and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee Angelica Meraz 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 PIN 22-02 CCP. 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: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . Licensee Angelica Meraz was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Based on the LPA\342\200\231s observations and records review, 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 Angelica Meraz.