Routine inspection·January 8, 2025

On 1/8/2025, at approximately 1:55PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jonathan Tse conducted an unannounced annual visit at the facility. LPA met with Licensee, Candice Hunter and explained the purpose of the visit. Present during the visit was Licensee, two helpers, and 12 preschool age children. The facility is operating within staffing and ratio requirements on this day. The facility\342\200\231s operating hours are from Monday to Friday, 8AM to 5PM. Daycare Areas: Open Living Area, Kitchen, Bathroom, Backyard Off-limit Areas: Back Deck and Side Yard. LPA and Licensee inspected the home for any health or safety hazards. The home is equipped with a fully charged fire extinguisher that is at least size 2A10BC. Licensee demonstrated the carbon monoxide detector present to be operational during the visit. There is a fire alarm present. Electric outlets are covered or blocked by furniture when not in use. Poisons, cleaning detergents, and other chemicals are stored inaccessible to children. There are non-slip rugs present. There are heating and ventilation controls available for the comfort and safety of children in care. The facility is in clean and orderly condition. LPA observed there to be age-appropriate toys and learning materials present. Children have access to toys and art supplies. Furniture is age-appropriate and free of rough or sharp edges. The facility provides water bottles for children. Lunch and AM/PM snacks are provided by the facility. Per Licensee, children are offered the option of resting at the facility. The facility shares an outdoor space with facility #214200048. Per Licensee, there is no co-mingling of children while the facilities are in operation. LPA observed that use of the outdoor space is communicated between facilities. Continued on Page Two Page Two LPA observed the Backyard to be free of debris and other loose articles. It is enclosed by a fence that is at least four feet high. There are age-appropriate toys and equipment available. There is a play structure that is cushioned with resilient padding. There are no swimming pools or other similar bodies of water present in the facility. Per Licensee, there are no firearms or weapons in the home. LPA reviewed three staff files, 12 children\342\200\231s files, and facility records. Licensee\342\200\231s Pediatric First Aid/CPR expires 4/2026. Licensee\342\200\231s Mandated Reporter Training expires 12/2026. All staff members present have fingerprint clearance and are associated to the facility. LPA advised that staff immunization records should be maintained at the facility. Licensee stated that they understood. LPA observed children\342\200\231s files to contain Emergency identification and Information (LIC700) and Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment (LIC627). LPA advised that a current facility roster be maintained. Licensee stated that they understood. All required postings were observed to be posted and accessible for review immediately upon entry to the facility. The last emergency drill was conducted in 11/2024. Emergency drills are properly logged and documented. 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 . Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Continued on Page Three Page Three 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-andresources/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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. During the exit interview, Licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. No deficiencies were cited during today\342\200\231s visit on 1/8/2025. See LIC9102-TA for technical assistance provided regarding the facility roster. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Candice Hunter.