Routine inspection·August 9, 2024

On 8/9/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hanson Leong conducted an unannounced annual visit to the Family Childcare Home (FCCH) listed above. LPA met with the Licensee, Jodi Gochberg, and explained the purpose of the visit. Five children (two infants and three pre-k) and two adults were present during the visit. The two adults received criminal record clearance from the department. The licensees hold a large license and are within capacity limits and ratios. The Co-License, Claire Gochberg provided a written statement to remove herself from the license during today\342\200\231s visit. The two licensees rent the home. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. LPA observed that all required documents, such as the facility license, the Notification of Parental Rights, and the Earthquake Preparedness Checklist, were displayed in a prominent, publicly accessible location. The most recent emergency disaster drill was conducted on 6/18/2024, and the LPA observed that it was properly documented. LPA reviewed the emergency disaster drill log and found that they were conducted at least every six months. Daycare Areas: Living Room, Playroom, Bedroom #1, Bedroom #2, Bathroom #1, Kitchen, and Yard Area. Off-limit Areas : Bathroom #2. The licensee understands that off-limits areas may not be used for childcare during business hours. See Page 2 Page 2 LPA conducted inspections of the indoor and outdoor daycare areas to identify health and safety hazards. A fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and multiple carbon monoxide and smoke detectors are present in the home. LPA found the home's interior to be clean and orderly, with proper heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons, and other hazardous items were stored in areas inaccessible to children with child safety locks. The bathroom was found to be clean and fully operational. The toilet and handwashing facility were well-kept, safe, and clean. The bathroom is equipped with appropriate toileting equipment and appropriate sanitation products. LPA observed that the daycare areas had age-appropriate toys, furniture, and educational materials. Electrical outlets were properly covered with child safety covers. According to the licensee, no firearms or weapons are on the premises. The licensee does not currently provide food service for the children. The children's families provide their lunches. LPA observed the children\342\200\231s lunches inside the refrigerator. LPA reminded the licensee that the children's lunches must have the children 's names on them. The backyard is enclosed by a fence and equipped with outdoor play equipment that is in good condition. The areas around and under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment were observed to be cushioned with wood chips that absorb falls. LPA did not observe any pools, spas, or bodies of water on site. LPA reminded the licensee to ensure children are always supervised if the gate is open in the yard. The facility's children sleep on mats and in playpens. The playpens were free of loose articles and materials. According to the licensee, the sheets and blankets that are available for the children are washed once or twice a week. LPA reviewed five children\342\200\231s files and confirmed three have complete files that include their emergency contact and medical information. Two children were missing form LIC 995a, and one child was missing their immunization records. LPA reminded the licensee to review the Entrance Checklist, LIC 126, to ensure that all required licensing forms are in the child\342\200\231s file. According to the licensee, she visually checks the children under the age of two when they\342\200\231re sleeping, but she does not document their sleep every fifteen minutes. LPA reminded the licensee that children under the age of two must use sleep logs that document their sleep every 15 minutes. LPA provided a sample sleeping log to the licensee. See Page 3 See Page 3 LPA reviewed the licensee\342\200\231s files and confirmed that all required forms were present. LPA found that the licensee possesses a current Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification, which will expire on 1/2025. LPA requested the licensee submit her MMR and TDAP vaccination records to the department as soon as possible. The licensee informed the LPA that her Mandated Reporter Training has not been renewed. 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. 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/ 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. 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, the licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. See Page 4 Page 4 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 . The facility was issued a technical violation for not completing the fifteen-minute sleep logs for children under the age of two. Please refer to LIC 809D for today\342\200\231s citation. The licensee, Jodi Gochberg, was given a copy of today's report and the facility\342\200\231s appeal rights. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Jodi Gochberg.