Routine inspection·February 16, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Austin Estrada conducted an unannounced required 1-year inspection at the above facility. LPA met with the Licensee Sandra Castro 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 six children (one infant) and one additional staff member 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 newborn to 13 years old and operation days/ hours are Monday through Friday 6:30 AM to 8:00 PM. This is a one story four bedroom, two bathroom home which consist of a living room, dining room area, kitchen, detached garage, and fenced backyard. Off limits areas include three bedrooms, kitchen, one bathroom, and detached garage. The children use the bathroom located in the hallway. The restroom was observed safe and sanitary. LPA observed sleeping mats for children located in the living room. 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. 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 2/6/23 . 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 and last serviced on 11/14/22 . The home maintains telephone service (mobile). LPA observed cleaning compounds located in a closet in the dining room area locked and inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed medication, and sharp objects such as knives located in 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. Food is provided by the Licensee, although children can bring their own food from home. LPA observed two children\342\200\231s lunches that was brought from the children's home. All food was labeled with the child\342\200\231s 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. 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 were 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\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). A ll records were observed to be complete. 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\342\200\231s CPR/First Aid expires on 8/14/24 and Mandated Reporter Training Certificate was completed on 11/13/22 . A ll records were observed to be complete. Infant Care: Currently licensee cares for 1 infant. LPA observed two cribs in the living room. 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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS): Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 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\342\200\231s 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\342\200\231s health & safety. Deficiencies include one type B violation for having loose articles in the crib while S1 and S2 were sleeping in the cribs. Licensee immediately removed the loose articles from the cribs at the time of inspection. An exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with Licensee, Sandra Castro. LPA provided a copy of LIC 811 (Confidential Names) to Licensee during the visit. 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.