Routine inspection·December 3, 2024

On December 3, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Staicy Perry conducted an unannounced annual inspection to the above facility. LPA Perry arrived at facility and was greeted by licensee Quin and was given a tour of the facility.Family members residing in the home have been discussed with licensee and are cleared. The licensee states that 4 adults currently live in the home and 2 minor children . LPA observed 4 children present. LPA observed facility to be within ratio. Operating hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and care for children ages 0 to 13 years old. This is a two-story condominium containing: (first floor) living room, kitchen, dining area, 1 bedroom, 1 and 1/2 bathroom, lower level garage, (2nd floor) 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The day care takes place in the first floor living room, dining area, bedroom and half bathroom. The home is clean, orderly, comfortable, and well ventilated. LPA Perry inspected the facility for safety, comfort, cleanliness, ventilation and working phone (cell phone). For ventilation, LPA Perry central AC and heater and the vents located on the ceiling. LPA Perry observed the furniture, children\342\200\231s materials, to be in good condition and age appropriate. LPA did observe a fireplace that is barricade and made inaccessible to the children and LPA did not observe a wall heater. LPA Perry observed cleaning compounds items, stored underneath the kitchen sink, and observed a childproof lock in place, making it inaccessible for children to open. LPA Perry observed a gate separating the living room area and kitchen area. LPA observed the knives and sharp objects stored inside kitchen cabinet making it inaccessible for children to open. For water drinking, licensee stated she the children will bring their own water cups and if needed will refill with bottled water using a filtered water system. The facility provides breakfast, lunch, and AM and PM snack. LPA informed licensee any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. Licensee stated she currently does not have any children with severe food allergies nor on medication. LPA Perry entered the bathroom and observed the toilet, hand washing sink, hand soap and LPA observed the bottom sink cabinet closed and did not observe hazard materials and observed the restroom to be in good condition. LPA reminded licensee and personal items (ex; shampoo, toothpaste, mouthwash, or items that fall into that category) must be made inaccessible to children. LPA Perry asked the licensee if there were any pets, poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. The licensee stated she has no pets, no poisons and no bodies of water, no firearms, and no weapons. LPA Perry did not observe pets, poisons, firearms, weapons, nor bodies of water. The license was informed that if any poisons (ex; drano, rat poison or items that fall into that category), firearms and weapons are purchased, it is required to be locked with a key or combination lock and firearm and ammunition must be stored separately. LPA Perry observed the required 2A10BC fire extinguisher located in the kitchen and the valve on the green area indicating fully charged and serviced on May 20, 2024. LPA Perry observed a carbon monoxide detector and smoke alarm located in the living room and kitchen area. LPA tested the carbon monoxide and smoke alarm. LPA Perry heard the sounds and are operable. LPA Perry observed the first aid complete with band aids, gauzes, adhesive bandages, and antiseptic wipes and located cabinet. For ill isolation, licensee stated she utilizes a corner of the living room. LPA Perry observed the last emergency drill conducted on 8/12/2024.LPA Perry inspected the play outdoor (backyard) area that is utilized by children for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. LPA observed the yard to be fenced and side gates closed. For outdoor water drinking, children bring out their water bottles. LPA Perry observed licensee and assistants Red Cross Pediatric First Aid/ CPR certification which expires on 12/17/25 and Health and Safety certification for both licensee and assistant dated July 18, 2018 and licensee has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, and Influenza declination. Licensee has completed the Child Abuse Mandated Reporter (AB 1207) training for both licensee and assistant and expires on 12/27/25. Licensee was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com . LPA Perry observed the postings License, LIC 9148 Earthquake Preparedness Checklist, LIC 610A Emergency Disaster Plan, Pub 394 Notification of Parents Rights, and LIC 999 Facility sketch. LPA also reviewed children\342\200\231s roster, children files and staff files. LPA observed the files to be complete. 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 . Family Child Care Homes Licensee 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. Child Care Centers and Family Child Care Homes 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-andresources/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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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/ . Family Child Care Homes Licensee 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. During the exit interview, the licensee, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. Currently the facility is in compliance with Title 22 regulations and no deficiency will be cited on this day. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted, and report was reviewed with the licensee Qina He.