Routine inspection·April 11, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) R. Derraco conducted an unannounced required one year inspection to the above facility on 04/11/22. LPA arrived at the facility at 01:50 PM and met with licensee, Jasmine Castro Amaya, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. Per Licensee, there are 8 children that are currently enrolled. There was 1 child napping upon arrival. Covid-19 protocols (temperature check, self assessment questions) were taken upon LPA's entrance into facility This is a one story home which consists of three bedrooms, three bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room, a garage, front yard and backyard (fenced). The off limit areas include two bedrooms, one bathroom the garage, kitchen, front yard and part of the back yard. The main care area is located in the living room. LPA observed two wooden baby cribs, a wall mounted television, an infant changing station, emergency supply box, a storage bin for children toys, pull down fire alarm, a children's cubby locker, a sectional couch, and a Graco feeding high chair. Child sized table and chairs were observed in the dining area. Bedroom 1 was observed to be used for children in care. Additional toys, art supplies and sleeping cots were observed in bedroom 1. Two bathrooms were observed to be clean and free of defects. Child locks were observed beneath the sink of each bathroom making the contents inaccessible. The outdoor play area is located in the backyard. LPA observed a tether ball pole, a basketball hoop, children's outdoor play equipment, an a child sized picnic table. A white picket fence was observed in the back yard to separate the off limits area where the licensee's pet dog is kept from the back yard play area. Licensee states she plans to add a mesh fence to the white picket fence to make the space between the wood inaccessible. Licensee states that she provides food for children in care. A gate was observed at the entrance of the kitchen making the area inaccessible to children in care. Door knob covers were observed on all doors leading to off limit bedrooms. Per licensee, isolation area for children showing signs of illness will be located in bedroom one while parents are contacted for immediate pick up. Emergency Disaster Plan, (page 1 of 3) Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster and the Facility License were observed to be posted. Individuals who reside in the home were noted and discussed. Licensee 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. Licensee states that there are no firearms stored in the home. All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. There is telephone service via cellphone that is used and the cellphone stays at the facility during operation hours. Per Licensee, the home is equipped with central heating and air conditioning. Detergents, cleaning compounds, and other items which could pose a danger to children were observed to be kept above the laundry appliances in the off limits garage. The licensee states that there are no poisons in the home and understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked, not just inaccessible. The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 11/09/21, as indicated on service tag. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. LPA did not observe the following items during the inspection: Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs. No bodies of water were observed on the premises. Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes in the home. 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-and-resources/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. The licensee has completed training on preventive health practices including Pediatric First Aid and CPR. The licensee's Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires on 10/2022 LPA observed that the licensee has proof of the Mandated Reporter AB 1207 compliant Child Care Training Certificate on file. File review was observed to have proper mandated immunization records. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed, including emergency information and were observed to be complete. A current children\342\200\231s roster was available for review. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) : IMS was discussed with licensee. Per licensee, there are no children enrolled that require IMS at this time. 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 . LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates online at: www.cdss.ca.gov . At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. No deficiencies cited. 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, appeal rights provided and report was reviewed with the licensee Jasmine Castro Amaya.