Routine inspection·May 22, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elka Chavez conducted an unannounced 1-year required inspection in Spanish to the above facility on 05/22/2023. LPA arrived at the facility at 2:10 PM and met with Licensee, Siomara Alvarez 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 6 children present upon arrival. Hours of operation are at all hours of the day from Monday through Saturday. The Licensee understands that care for a child should not exceed 24 hours. This is a two-story home which consists of 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room, family room (daycare room), detached garage, backyard, front yard (fenced) and side yard (fenced). Areas accessible to children are: Family room/Day care room (front of home), Living room/Dining room back of home, restroom located next to the living room and front yard (fenced). Areas off limits to children and parents are : Entire Second floor (three bedrooms, two bathrooms), Downstairs two (2) bedrooms, kitchen, pantry (by bathroom), backyard, garage, and pool. There is a baby gate to prevent access to the second floor and the kitchen. The doors to the bedrooms and bathrooms will remain closed and have child proof knobs on them. The kitchen cabinets have latches for added security. LPA observed a barricaded fireplace in the living. LPA observed the barrier is anchored to the wall. 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 visits if necessary. 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. 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 01/05/23. At 3:00 PM smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable in the day care room. Fire extinguisher indicated fully charged and was serviced in January 2023. The home maintains telephone service via 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 kept in pantry and are inaccessible to children. LPA observed they are kept locked in the pantry closet. Licensee understands that all poisons must be locked. Isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked up is in the dining room, away from the other children. Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home. Licensee cares for one infant . LPA observed play yard visible in the day care room. 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. There are currently no infants with pacifiers. Each infant has their own play yard and bedding. 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 front yard (fenced) 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. The licensee states that supervision is always provided. LPA observed a pool in the off-limit backyard. LPA observed that the pool is accessible from the sliding glass doors located on the side of the dining room, another in the back by the living room and another from sliding glass door located in downstairs off limits bedroom. All the doors have a working alarm that sounds when opened. There is a mesh fence that surrounds the pool. Fence is designed so children could not remove any portion of it. Fence is at least 5 feet high. Fence cannot be climbed. LPA did not observe the gate in the mesh fence self-close or self-latch when opened. Mesh fence is strong enough to withstand the impact of toys and does not readily bend upon impact. LPA observed there were small tears in the mesh fence. Licensee stated that she will have the tears in the mesh fence repaired and the gate so it self-latches and self-closes when opened. Licensee understands that the fence must be in good repair. There are locked gates on either side of the home that lead to the backyard pool. Licensee was reminded to ensure doors are kept closed and locked at all times. There is a dog, that is kept in the backyard and away from the children in care. 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, LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, LIC 9227- Infant sleep form (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, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, 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 current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. At 3:30 PM LPA did not observe LIC 9052- Employee Rights, 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, Mandated Reporter Training Certificate and preventative health training certificate for staff #2. LPA observed Pediatric CPR & First Aid for staff #2. 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 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 Siomara Alvarez 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 Siomara Alvarez 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 Siomara Alvarez 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 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. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Siomara Alvarez.