Routine inspection·July 21, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) R. Derraco conducted an unannounced annual inspection to the above facility on 07/21/22. LPA arrived at the facility at 12:50 and met with licensee, Mario Amaro, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. Also present during this inspection was an assistant, S2. Per Licensee, there are 5 children that are currently enrolled. There were 2 children present upon arrival. This is a one-story home which consists of 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, kitchen/dining room, living room, a detached garage, front yard and backyard (fenced). The off limit areas include 1 bedroom, kitchen/dining room, living room, detached garage and front yard. The main care area is located in bedroom 1. LPA observed a couch, age appropriate toys, a cieling fan, a small refrigerator, child sized chairs and child sized tables. A medicine cabinet was observed to have first aid supplies and over the counter medicine. Sleeping mats and a play pen were also observed in bedroom 1. The bathroom designated for children in care was observed to be clean and free of defects. The outdoor play area was observed to have perimeter fencing and adequate shade. Play equipment for children was observed to be free of sharp and/or pointy parts. A storage shelf was observed to hold additional day care supplies in the outdoor play area. A plastic bin located on top of the storage shelf was observed to have cleaning supplies. The licensee states that he provides food for children in care. Per licensee, isolation area for children showing signs of illness will be located in bedroom 2 while the child awaits parent pick up. 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. (page 1 of 3) LPA did not observe the following items during the inspection: Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs. Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster and the Facility License were observed to be posted in the main care area. LPA did not observe any objects that can pose a danger to children in care. No bodies of water were observed in the back yard play area. Per licensee, he owns a pet cat that is kept in the off limits kitchen area. Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes 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 a cellphone that is used and the cellphone stays at the facility during operation hours. Day care area was observed with safe toys, play equipment and materials. Detergents, cleaning compounds, and other items which could pose a danger to children were observed to be locked in a cabinet that houses the laundry appliances. 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 with a purchase receipt of 06/2021. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. 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 and other personnel have completed training on preventive health practices including Pediatric First Aid and CPR. The licensee's Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires on 07/28/2022. LPA observed that the Licensee and assistant do have 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. (page 2 of 3) 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 and report was reviewed with the licensee Mario Amaro (page 3 of 3)