Pre-licensing visit·October 17, 2022

Page 1 of 6 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mahnaz (Nancy) Malek conducted an announced in-person Pre-Licensing inspection for the purpose of re-locating from license # 304313086 for a new Small Family Child Care home. LPA met with Applicant, Karina Bernabe who provided a tour of the new home. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary indicates adult residents, who require caregiver background check clearances, transfers, exemptions have been obtained and they are cleared. Applicant stated, she is not currently registered with any Resource Foster Care agency or holds a Resource foster parent license. Applicant was reminded if changes, to notify the licensing office. Applicant is requesting for a Small family childcare home license. Operation hours will be Monday to Friday 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM and care and supervision will be provided to children ages 3 months old to 12 years old. All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected, including but not limited to, off limit areas. This is a single family home with 4 bedrooms, 2 full, one half bathroom, Living room, family room, dinning room area, kitchen, garage, and back yard. Areas that will be used by children were inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, ventilation and heating. Telephone service (cell phone is the primary contact phone) . Detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, sharp objects and hazardous items that can pose a danger to children are inaccessible in areas designated for children stored in the locked garage and top cabinets. The Licensee states (that there are no poisons on the premises). Applicant was advised that any poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. Continued on page 2 Page 2 of 6 Based on the Facility Sketch submitted, areas off limits to children are: . Parents and children will enter the home, through the main entrance door, leading to day care area. The applicant has designated living room day care children. There is one and a half bathroom designated for children usage. The living room (Children's area) has been barricaded by two baby gates from the family room and the kitchen area. The designated day care area is one room which is for eating, playing, napping & reading, and day care activities. This room was observed to have age appropriate activities and educational items for enrolled children. There are two pack and play for the use of children under 2 years of age. Beddings are provided by parents. Applicant shall provide ongoing supervision during nap time. Every 15 minutes check on children under 2 years old and documenting on the log was discussed with applicant, Karina Bernabe. There is a child safety gate installed at the beginning of the kitchen entrance making the kitchen inaccessible to children. There is a baby gate installed in front of the stairs making the upstairs inaccessible to children. All the bedrooms and bathrooms are located on the 2nd floor in off limit area. Garage is attached and is next to the children's' bathroom and has a lock and child proof door knob on it. The garage is in off limit area and is inaccessible to children. During the Pre-licensing inspection, LPA observed the designated off limits areas were closed and locked. Licensee will use the cell phone for day care and applicant was informed if a cell phone is used for child care, it must remain on the premises at all times during hours of operation. Licensee was informed and understands the home is to be free from smoking during hours of operation. Applicant understands that licensing staff may have access to off-limit areas during inspection visit if necessary. The applicant has provided the proof of control of property to LPA.. Continued on page 3 Page 3 of 6 The children's bathroom is located behind the baby gate in the family room hallway for children's use. There are cabinets under the sink with safety latch installed. The children's bathroom was observed to be safe and free of hazardous items. Applicant does not provide AM/PM snacks and lunch to children. If food is brought from home and these containers shall be labelled with their names by the parents and stored accordingly. Upon entrance through the designated main door of the home, applicant shall receive the children here, due to pandemic parents are encouraged to follow CDC guidelines, O UTDOOR PLAY AREA: Applicant will use the patio for children's outdoor activities. The patio has been separated by two baby gates from the two side yards which are off limit. The back yard is all fenced. The patio has age appropriate activity items for children in care. It is safe for outdoor activities. There is a dog from Australian Labradoodle breed living in the house. There are no firearms, weapons, bodies of water in the home. The fire extinguisher met the licensing requirements. The applicant has the right size of 2A10 BC fire extinguisher. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. LPA observed the fire extinguisher on the kitchen cabinet. The applicant will mount it on the wall later. Smoke detector/ Carbon Monoxide are mounted on the wall. Applicant has completed the required Mandated Reporter Child Abuse training, Health and Safety training with Nutrition and Lead Poisoning component and Pediatric First Aid and CPR which is valid through 10/2/2023. There are first aid supplies available. The following was discussed with the applicant : In the absence of the licensee a qualified adult must be present supervising the children; a qualified adult is an individual who has a valid and current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, TB clearance along with a valid criminal record clearance associated to the facility license. Continued on page 4 Page 4 of 6 Annual fees must be paid promptly and by the due date or a late fee shall be assessed and/or the License may be terminated. The fire extinguisher type 2A-10 BC must be serviced annually or as often as necessary. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors should be checked, and batteries replaced as needed. Reporting Requirements: Changes should be reported to the Department as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your home. Reporting Requirements: Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing. Fire and safety drills must be performed every six months and documented for review by the Department. Children and Staff records must be maintained and updated as needed and must be available for review by the Department. No smoking, No Johnny jumpers, No Baby walkers, No saucer chairs, No trampolines and any other item that falls into that category are not permitted in the facility. Applicant shall reveal each facility license number in all advertisements, publications or announcements with the intent to attract clients. LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian LPA discussed the following items with the Applicant, Karina Bernabe during the Exit interview: Criminal Record statement: Applicant, Karina Bernabe 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. Continued on page 5 Page 5 of 6 Safe Sleep : LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant, Karina Bernabe & 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 of the applicant, Karina Bernabe 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. APPLICANT WILL WAIT UNTIL FACILITY OPENS TO DETERMINE IMS NEEDS: 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: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . Review of records to be maintained : LPA reviewed with Applicant, Karina Bernabe, and her spouse the LIC 311D, Forms/Records To Keep In Your Family Child Care Homes, children\342\200\231s forms/records, facility forms/records, and information to be posted. (LPA gave the LIC 311D with all the required forms and Fire logs to be maintained in the home). A packet of enrollment for children and posting forms were printed out and were given to applicant. A sample of very 15 minutes check log was given to applicant. Subscribe to CCLD important information Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. To receive important license- related information to l 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 Continued on page 6 Page 6 of 6 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 . OTHER INFORMATION AND FORMS PROVIDED: Capacity Handout for a Small Family Child Care Home. LPA explained the age requirements for the enrolled children ensuring that when there are 8 children, at least one child is enrolled in Kindergarten or 6 years old, to be in compliance with Title 22 requirements and additional forms were given to the applicant. LPA reviewed Title 22 Regulation Section 102423 Personal Rights including but not limited to: no intimidation, no humiliation, and no corporal punishment. The facility at the time of Pre-licensing inspection is not in compliance for a (Small Family Child Care Home) with Title 22 Regulations At the time of inspection, the applicant was in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. A license for a small family childcare home will be issued after final review and management approval. Exit interview was held with applicant, Karina Bernabe and appeal rights were presented. End of report.