Routine inspection·March 25, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Cortney Nelson, met with Licensee, Hortencia Anaya , for an unannounced Required- 1 Year Inspection. LPA was granted access to the home by t he Licensee and toured both indoors and outdoors during the inspection. Upon arrival, there were 3 children (1 preschool-age /2 infants) , Licensee, Licensee Assistant, Maria Anaya, and Licensee adult sister, Lizet Anaya, present which is compliant with the home license capacity and ratio requirements. LPA observed all required postings near the entrance to the home. Hours of operation for the facility are Monday \342\200\223 Friday, 6:00AM-5:00PM and Licensee states that during the summer she is usually open until 6:00PM. Licensee states that adult s, over the age of 18, residing in the home are: herself, her mother (Maria Anaya), her father (Gustavo Anaya), and her adult sister (Lizet Anaya) . All adult s residing in the home have Criminal Background Check Clearance and signed Criminal Record Statements (LIC508). 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. LPA reviewed facility roster (LIC9040) and fire/disaster drill log during todays inspection. The last fire/disa ster drill was conducted on 2/24/2022 , which is compliant with the six-month requirement for homes. LPA observed a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher, functioning smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector. Licensee states that she does not currently have any children in care who require Incidental Medical Services and does not administer medication at this time . The Licensee states that there are no weapons or firearms in the home. 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 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 Indoor areas of the home were inspected by the LPA today and observed to be clean, orderly, and safe for the day care childr en. Off-limits areas of the home (indoors): 2 bedrooms and closet. There are no open-faced heaters in the home. LPA observed sufficient age-appropriate materials, toys, and play equipment in the home. Furniture, such as tables, chairs, and shelves, are in good condition and safe for children. Drinking water is readily available for children in the facility v ia sippy cups filled from bottled water. All food and drinks provided to children are provided by the facility and children do not bring any from home. The bathroom in the home is clean, sanitary, and operable. The Licensee has a working telephone in the facility. The outdoor area of the home was inspected, although it is currently not in use due to cold weather. Licensee states that she primarily uses outside space when weather is warm. LPA observed sufficient supplies for the children that are in good condition and age-appropriate. Outdoor area has fence for children when in use and deck area of home is also used for children. Off-limit areas outside of home include : b ack shed . No outdoor bodies of water were observed during todays inspection. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations wit h 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 advised Licensee that infant nap check should be labeled with staff initials instead of check mark so it is clear what staff member is checking on infants. LPA additionally discussed use of crib or play yard with nothing in it for all infants napping until 2 years of age. 3 children\342\200\231s files were reviewed during todays inspection and all required documents were present, including Individual Infant Sleep Plan (LIC9227) and nap check documentation for all infants. Additionally present were LIC282 and LIC9150 in all children's files. 3 staff files (Licensee, Maria, Lizet) were reviewed and all staff immunizations are current and all required documents are present. Licensee has current CPR/First-Aid that expires 3/4/2023 and current Mandated Reporter Training that expires on 2/3/2024. LPA reminded Licensee that Mandated Reporter training must be renewed by all staff every 2 years and CPR/First-Aid for any staff member that is alone with the children. Supervision of children was discussed with the Licensee and she understands that she must be home during day care hours and ensure that children are supervised at all times. The Licensee states that she does not transport any day care children. LPA reminded Licensee that children should not be left unattended in parked vehicles and that car seats shall only be used for transportation and shall not be used for sleeping. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Hortencia Anaya. As a result of todays inspection, no deficiencies were 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. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process .