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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

AYERS, PAMELALicense 3043121131 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 09/15/2022 an annual required inspection was conducted at the facility by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Stella Gutierrez. LPA observed licensee and assistant, Nicole Bonfadini caring for 7 of children; which included 03 of infants and 04 preschool age. Licensee was operating within the licensed capacity as specified on license. Hours of operations are Monday- Friday 7:00 AM \342\200\223 5:00 PM. Entrance checklist (LIC 126) provided to Licensee upon arrival. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary conducted on 09/15/2022 indicates all facility staff or other individuals who required caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. 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. During today\342\200\231s inspection, LPA and licensee toured the inside and outside areas identified in the facility sketch as accessible to child care children. Off limits areas are made inaccessible by means of Safety first gates. The child care area the living room which is accessed through the formal living room and kitchen. The children walk through the hall of home to use the accessible restroom. Licensee stated the children's primary area is the living room. There are working carbon monoxide, smoke detector, and fire extinguisher in the home that does not meet statutory and State Fire Marshall standards. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to children were stored inaccessible to children. Licensee stated there no firearms and/or other dangerous weapons in the facility and none were observed during today's inspections. Page 1 of 5 There is a fireplace in the living room screened by an iron screen and is inaccessible to children in care. The home has age appropriate toys for the ages served. During today's inspection LPA observed a baby bouncer Licensee immediately removed the bouncer and safe sleep consultation was provided. LPA verified there is a working telephone service (cellular service). Licensee stated they do use an outdoor play area. There were no poisons or other items observed which could pose a danger to children or if they were observed, they were locked or inaccessible. There are no bodies of water on the premises. The lic ensee does have a current roster of children in care. 07 Children\342\200\231s records for children present during LPA\342\200\231s inspection were reviewed for a copy of the emergency information card that contains all the information specified by regulation (LIC 700) and found to be in compliance.) The licensee and assistant\342\200\231s Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification expires 05/2023. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family day care home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for licensee and assistant were reviewed and within compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all licensed providers and employees to complete mandated reporting training, and to renew the training every two years. Licensee stated that she does not currently provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS) 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 (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 Center s and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm Page 2 of 5 The licensee understand s she mu st be present in the facility, must ensure children in care are supervised at all times, and children are not to be left in parked vehicles. When the licensee is temporarily absent from the facility, arrangements must be made for a qualified substitute adult to care and supervise children while absent. The substitute adult must have the required criminal record, child abuse index clearances, immunization's, Pediatric CPR/First Aid, and mandated reporter training. CCLD website www.ccld.ca.gov was provided to licensee to access regulations, updates, and licensing forms. Licensee was advised to register through childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov in order to receive quarterly updates. Licensee was advised of their responsibility to review the Provider Information Notices (PIN) found on the CCLD website. A copy of the California Department of Social Services Lead Information Brochure was explained and provided to the licensee. 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-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. AAP: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/sleep/Pages/A-Parents-Guide-to-Safe-Sleep.aspx NIH: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/safesleepbasics/environment/room/text_alternative Safe to Sleep Campaign: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/materials Page 3 of 5 \302\267 Always place infants on their backs for sleeping \302\267 Use only a tight-fitting sheet on the crib or play yard mattress \302\267 Do not hang any items from the crib or above the crib \302\267 Keep all items, including blankets, out of the crib or play yard \302\267 Pacifiers may be used as long as they do not have items attached to them \302\267 Infants should not be swaddled or have any items covering them while sleeping \302\267 The temperature of the room should be comfortable enough for an adult to wear a t-shirt and not be too hot or too cold Safe sleep consultation provided during today's inspection. Safe sleep 15 minute log for infant present not reviewed during today's consultation. Safe sleep log provided to Licensee during today's inspection. LPA, Gutierrez asked Licensee if she had any questions or concerns about Infant Safe Sleep regulations 102425. A copy of thIs regulation was provided to Licensee. Licensee stated that she had no questions at 12:31 PM Face Covering Requirements and Guidance for Child Care Providers Regarding Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID 19) was provided and licensee was to continue to message the \342\200\234Three W\342\200\231s\342\200\235: Wash your hands. Watch your physical distance. This face covering guidance is for all individuals 2 years and older are strongly recommended, except for the exceptions (child\342\200\231s development, medical exemptions, etc.) that are outlined by CDPH. LPA, Gutierrez discussed the most recent updates COVID-19 Guidance released that took effect on 03/12/2022. https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/Child-Care-Guidance.aspx Community Care Licensing- CCP - PIN 22-10-CCP UPDATED March 18, 2022 (Supersedes PIN 21-29-CCP) Based on LPAs observations the following violation (s) was observed is being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, Section 102417(g)(1) , is being cited on the att ached LIC 809D. Page 4 of 5 Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Pamela Ayers . Appeal Rights and deficiencies were discussed. The facility representative was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058 ) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. 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 . Page 5 of 5

Citations

1 citation recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • OPERATION OF A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [count] out of [total count] [(objects) (persons)] [identifiers] which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the September 15, 2022 inspection of AYERS, PAMELA?

This was a inspection inspection of AYERS, PAMELA on September 15, 2022. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to AYERS, PAMELA on September 15, 2022?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [count] out of [total count] [(objects..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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