Routine inspection·May 1, 2023

At 2:55pm on 5/1/23, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Matthew Gallo met with Licensee Sherri Foucht for the purpose of an unannounced required 1-year inspection. Upon arrival, LPA observed a census of 5 children composed of 1 infant, 3 preschool children, and 1 school-aged child. Operating hours are 6am-6pm, Monday-Friday. Licensee guided LPA on a tour of the facility, and a health and safety inspection was conducted in all areas accessible to children. Prior to inspection, off-limits areas included all upstairs, garage, and family room in the back of the house. During inspection, licensee requested that Master bedroom and far right upstairs bedroom be moved to on-limits. LPA conducted a health and safety inspection in these new areas, and going forward the off-limit areas will be limited to: upstairs bedroom immediately right to the stairs, garage, and family room in back of home. Licensee acknowledged that children must never enter these areas. LPA observed the required postings, a working phone, 2A10BC fire extinguisher, and functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Per Licensee, there are no weapons in the home. Toxic and hazardous items are inaccessible to children. Fireplace is barricaded to prevent access by children. Stairs are properly fenced to prevent access to children. Outdoor play space is fenced. LPA did not observe any current bodies of water at the home. However, licensee is in the planning process of installing an above-ground pool in their backyard. LPA explained the fencing requirements regarding bodies of water, and Licensee will keep LPA updated as to when construction begins. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. 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. Report Continued on LIC809-C LPA reviewed 5 children\342\200\231s files and observed them to be complete. A current roster is being maintained and fire and disaster drills are documented. Licensee is enrolled to renew their CPR and First Aid certification in June. AB 1207 Mandated Reporter training was last taken in 2018 and is expired. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and referenced 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 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 Evaluator Manual-Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Sections 102417. When any IMS is provided an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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 Title 22 deficiencies are cited on the subsequent pages of this report. Licensee acknowledges, that FOR TYPE A DEFICIENCIES ONLY upon receipt, licensee shall post LIC 809D with Type A deficiencies for 30 days and provide copies of this licensing report to parents/guardians of children in care at the facility and to parents/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months. LIC 9224 must be signed by parents/guardians and kept with the children's forms as a receipt whenever any Type A documents are provided by the licensee. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Sherri Foucht. Appeal rights and a notice of site visit were provided, the latter of which must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.