Routine inspection·June 22, 2021

On 06/22/21, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Angelica Slaughter conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Licensee, Lidia Bravo de Mendoza (Spanish Speaking). A tour of the home was conducted and a census was taken. Current facility sketch reviewed and Licensee confirmed the living room, living room #2, dining room, kitchen, bedroom next to master bedroom and hall bathroom are used for providing care and are accessible to day care children. All other rooms are off-limits and are made inaccessible by use of spinner knobs or locked doors. There were no swimming pools, bodies of water, or firearms on the premises. Medications and other hazardous items were inaccessible to children. LPA did not observe any poisons in the home. The fireplace located in living room #2 was made inaccessible to children by a screen and glass doors and will not be used during day care hours. The fire extinguisher met Community Care Licensing (CCL) regulations. Although the smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector worked, the alert sound was very low and could barely be heard. The home was kept clean and orderly, with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. There were no stairs in the home. Safe toys and play equipment were observed. Licensee disconnected the home telephone line and solely uses her cell phone for her daycare. The cell number is (559) 472-8146. The outdoor play area in the backyard is fenced and there are no hazards to day care children. Licensee ensures that children in care are supervised at all times. Licensee is aware children shall not be left in parked vehicles and is aware car seats are used for transportation purposes only. There are currently no infants in care, however Safe Sleep Regulations were briefly discussed with Licensee. Adequate supervision was being provided during this inspection. Capacity as specified on the license was being maintained. Staff-child ratios were maintained. A sample of children’s records contained all emergency information specified by regulation. There were no excluded individuals present at this home. All adults who reside or work in the home had a criminal record clearance or exemption. A review of records indicated Licensee and all employees and/or volunteers have proof of required immunization (Pertussis/Measles/Influenza) and/or written declaration declining flu shot. LPA discussed required Mandated Reporter Training to be completed by 06/29/21. Licensee was reminded the Mandated Reporter Training shall be renewed every two years following the date on which it was initially completed. Licensee's pediatric CPR and First Aid expires on 06/21, Licensee is scheduled to renew certification on 06/26/21. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) are not currently provided. Licensee is aware that an IMS plan is required to be submitted to the Licensing Office if they provide any of these services. Information regarding Americans with Disability Act (ADA) can be obtained by contacting US Department of Justice toll free ADA information line at (800) 514-0301 (voice), (800) 514-0383 (TDD), and website link: https://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . LPA and Licensee discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to Provider Information Notices (PINs), Quarterly Updates, COVID-19 Information and Resources, Mandated Reporter Training, Safe Sleep in Child Care, Lead Poisoning Facts, Forms, and Regulations. This facility is open for operation six days a week, Monday through Saturday and 24 hours per day, with no continuous care over 23 1/2 hours. Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3 of the California Code of Regulations, the following deficiencies were found (see next page, 809 D): Exit interview was conducted with Licensee. Licensee was provided a copy of the Facility Evaluation Report (LIC 809), appeal rights, and the Notice of Site Visit form (LIC 9213). The LIC 809 is required to remain in the facility for public review and the LIC 9213 is required to be posted for 30 days.