Facility-requested visit·June 29, 2021

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Stacy Torrence conducted a case management inspection, in response to licensee\342\200\231s request for a capacity increase. LPA met with applicant Thuy Nguyen who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. There were six children present at the time of inspection. Also present during today's inspection was applicant's assistant, Phuong Ly. The facility was within licensed capacity and the required ratio. Applicant stated there are currently two adults and one minor child living in the home. Applicant stated she is not currently registered with any Foster Care agency or holds a foster parent license. Applicant was reminded if changes to notify the licensing office. A review of staff records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. The facility is a single-story home with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry room, front yard (not fenced), back yard(fenced), enclosed patio, and attached garage. The applicant has designated the living one bathroom, one bedroom, kitchen, dining room, enclosed patio, and back yard (fenced), as part of the day-care. The applicant has designated two bedrooms, one bathroom, front yard, and garage as the off-limit areas. The off-limit bedrooms have key locks on the doorknobs, ensuring these areas are inaccessible to children in care. The applicant acknowledged the children may never enter the off-limit areas. Control of property was verified by LPA during today\342\200\231s inspection. The applicant has a cell phone and a landline phone that is used for childcare. The applicant was informed if a cell phone is used for childcare, it must remain on the premises at all times during hours of operation. Applicant was informed and understands the home is to be free from smoking during hours of operation. The facility does not have a fireplace. Cleaning solutions/chemicals, utensils, and sharp knives located in the kitchen, are placed in cabinets located above counter tops. Poisons/Hazardous items are not stored on site, and none were observed. There are no bodies of water on the premises. The toys are age appropriate and in good condition for the potential ages served. Baby walkers, bouncers, jumpers, and similar items will not be used for children in care. The applicant stated there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. When firearms are present, they must be locked and stored separately from the ammunition. During today's inspection, the smoke detector and carbon monoxide were operable, and the fire extinguisher was charged. EMSA approved pediatric CPR & Pediatric First Aid are current for the applicant and assistant which both expires on 02/2022. LPA advised the licensee how to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates online at: www.ccld.ca.gov . LPA consulted and explained Child Abuse Reporting, Updated Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster with Complaint Hotline information, Never Shake a Baby, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), and Safe Sleeping practices. LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian . During todays\342\200\231 inspection, there were no deficiency cited and licensee was in compliance with California Code of Regulations Title 22 for operating a Family Child Care home. A new license for operating a Large Family Child Care Home shall be issued upon final review and if additional information is needed, licensee shall be contacted. An exit interview was conducted. The report was reviewed and discussed with licensee. Appeal Rights were explained. The Licensee was provided a copy of appeal rights (LIC 9058 01/16) 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. First level appeals should be sent to the regional manager to the address listed above. The Notice of Site Visit was posted and discussed as required by H&S Code Sec. 1596.817. The Notice of Site Visit must be posted on or adjacent to the door. Notice of Site Visit must be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to post will result in civil penalties of $100.00. End of Report