Routine inspection·August 3, 2021

At approximately 1:30pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Amanda Blesi and Office Technician Josiah Gathing met with Licensee Marlene Banham for the purpose of an announced required inspection. No children were present during today's inspection. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. A health and safety inspection was conducted in all areas accessible to children. Off-limits areas include the upstairs and office. LPA observed the required postings, a working phone, fire extinguisher, and functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. There is an in-ground pool which was observed to be completely surrounded by a mesh fence that does not obscure the pool from view, is at least 5 feet high, and contains a gate that swings away from the pool. The gate was observed to self-close and self-latch. There are no windows or doors that face into the pool area. The fireplaces are appropriately barricaded to prevent access by children, there are stairs that were appropriately barricaded. The home and outdoor play space is fenced. A current roster is being maintained and fire and disaster drills are documented. Licensee's immunization records for measles (MMR), pertussis (Tdap), and the flu are available in the facility file. Current in-person EMSA pediatric CPR and First Aid certification was verified and was current. Mandated Reporter Training was verified to be current. This provider is currently not providing IMS services to children in care. 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. Report continues on 809-C. 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 . LPA verified the annual fees are current. LPA provided the Child Care Advocates Program email address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov , so Licensee can request to be added to the distribution list to receive Quarterly Updates. This facility evaluation report was reviewed and discussed with the licensee. A Notice of Site Visit was provided and should remain posted for 30 days for parental review. Licensee was encouraged to visit the Department website at WWW.CDSS.CA.GOV for child care updates, current forms, legislation and regulation information. A copy of this report will remain on file for a period of three years for public review upon request. Licensee's signature on this form acknowledges receipt of this form.