Pre-licensing visit·September 29, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Dayna Chambers conducted a pre-licensing inspection on September 29, 2023 at 9:30am. Entrance Checklist was provided to the applicant. LPA met with Mabe Salvatierra, Applicant, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. During the inspection individuals residing in the home were discussed and noted. This is a change of location inspection. Per applicant, operation hours will be Monday through Friday 6:00amm to 6:00pm, closed Saturday and Sunday. Applicant states they will care for children 1 years to 12 yrs. of age. Also present during inspection was assistant, Cindy Salvatierra. All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected, including but not limited to, off- limit areas. This is a one -story home that consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room (activity room), Dining room, kitchen, laundry room, activity area (covered patio), front yard, backyard (fenced), detached garage. Based on the Facility Sketch submitted, the off-limits areas include: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, laundry room, and garage. The off-limits rooms have locks. Per applicant, the children will use the restroom located through activity room #1 by front door and turn left into hallway. Children will use activity room#1 for activities, napping, and meals. Activity room (covered patio) will be used for activities and meals. Areas used by children were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. Telephone service is a cell phone and will remain in the home during daycare hours. Ventilation and heating are installed via central heat and air. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, sharp objects, and hazardous items that can pose a danger to children were not observed in the restroom, kitchen, or family room or in the off-limit areas of the home. LPA did not observe observed poisons in the laundry room or other areas of the home during the inspection. LPA observed the cleaning items were placed in a top shelf in kitchen over the refrigerator. LPA reminded applicant that all poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. The applicant understands that licensing staff may have access to off-limit areas during inspection visit if necessary. Per applicant, there are no firearms or weapons on the premises. Per applicant, there are no pets on the premises. The valve on the 2A10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged, the service tag states that the 2A10BC size extinguisher was serviced on 02/17/23. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested to ensure that they are operable There are toys available for children. LPA observed napping cots for children. Applicant has play yard for infants. The applicant states that they will provide food for children in care. If food is not provided and food is brought from the children\342\200\231s homes; container shall be labeled with child\342\200\231s name and properly stored or refrigerated. The applicant has completed the required Health and Safety Training, Nutrition & Lead Training. Applicant\342\200\231s Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires on 07/12/2025. There are first aid supplies available. In the absence of the licensee, a qualified adult must be present supervising the children. A qualified adult is an individual who has: CURRENT MANDATED REPORTER \342\200\223 EXPIRES EVERY TWO YEARS: WWW.MANDATEDREPORTERCA.COM PEDIATRIC FIRST AID AND CPR CERTIFICATE \342\200\223 EMSA APPROVED ONLY \342\200\223 RENEW EVERY TWO YEARS. LIC 9108 \342\200\223 STATEMENT ACKNOWLEDGING REQUIREMENT TO REPORT CHILD ABUSE. IMMUNIZATIONS: MMR, TDAP, CURRENT INFLUENZA OR DECLINATION STATEMENT, AND TB CLEARANCES FINGERPRINT CLEARANCES \342\200\223 CACI, DOJ, FBI \342\200\223 ASSOCIATED TO FACILITY. Annual fees must be paid promptly and by the due date or a late fee shall be assessed and/or the License may be terminated. The fire extinguisher type -2A-10BC -must be serviced annually or as often as necessary. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors should be checked, and batteries replaced as needed. LPA provided applicant with a \342\200\234capacity chart\342\200\235 for enrolling children. Per LIC279B, advised applicant that two children are included in capacity as of 03/14/23. Reporting Requirements: Unusual Incidents/Changes should be reported to the Department within 24 hours /as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your home. Reporting Requirements: Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing. Fire and safety drills must be performed every six months and documented for review by the Department. Example Fire Drill Log was provided to applicant. Smoking is prohibited in a family childcare home. Children and Staff records must be maintained and updated as needed and must be available for review by the Department. LIC 311D was provided to applicant. No smoking, no infant walkers, No Johnny jumpers, no saucer chairs, no trampolines, and any other item that falls into that category are not permitted in the facility. Smoking on the premises is prohibited. All adults living and working in the home shall be made of aware of the Departments right to inspection authority, which includes but not limited to the right to enter the home when children are being cared for, interview children and adults and review documentation. Licensees shall reveal each facility license number in all advertisements, publications, or announcements with the intent to attract clients. Liability Insurance was discussed. LPA advised applicant to review Title 22 Regulation 102417(m)(1) for additional information. H&S 1597.622: Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family day care home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza or declination, MMR, TDAP, and TB Clearance (current). The licensee and all adults working with children have proof of immunization. Health and Safety Code 1596.7995: Beginning January 1, 2018, all licensed providers, applicants, directors, and employees to complete training as specified on mandated reporter duties. Training is available at: www.mandatedreporterca.com Mandated reporter expires every two years. Licensee is responsible for renewing. Per applicant, there are no dual licenses at this address. Applicant inquired about resource family/foster care. Applicant\342\200\231s email address was obtained during this inspection. The applicant was advised that email may be public information. Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. LPA signed applicant up for quarterly updates. To receive important licensed-related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. 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 discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant about infant safe sleep regulations and procedures. 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 applicant with Title 22 regulations for safe sleep, PIN 20-24CCP, Example Infant Sleep Chart, Infant Safe Sleep FAQs, copy of LIC9227. LPA also informed applicant 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. 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 . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the applicant, Mabe Salvatierra.