Routine inspection·April 19, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPAs) Jeremey McClain and Lea Habtom met with Licensee Schelly Wallace for an unannounced annual inspection . At 9:30 am LPAs observed a census of 9 children, which included 2 infants and 7 preschool age children. Licensee stated there aren\342\200\231t new residents in the home. All adult residents have criminal record clearances. LPA toured areas of the home accessible to the children. The off-limit areas of the home are: upstairs and garage. LPA observed current CPR/First Aid certificate which expires 02/2024. LPAs observed the following posted: a license, a Parents' Rights Poster and an Emergency Disaster Plan. LPAs observed that licensee has current completion of AB1207 Mandated Reporter training. LPAs provided Licensee with website: http://childcare.mandatedreporterca.com/ and reminded the licensee that the training must be completed once every two years. LPA reviewed children's records for completeness, as well as the client roster. LPAs observed records of immunizations for MMR, Pertussis, and influenza/ influenza declination. During the interior and exterior inspection: LPA observed that hazardous items (detergents, cleaning compounds, medication, sharp utensils, and other items that could pose a danger to children in care) are properly stored out of children's reach. LPAs observed a fireplace that was properly screened, and stairs were properly barricaded. LPAs observed a working telephone in the home. Licensee stated that there are no weapons in the home. REPORT CONTINUED ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE. LPAs observed a fire extinguisher which was last serviced once a year. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were tested and observed to be functional. LPAs observed fire drills documented indicating that the licensee is conducting disaster drills at least once every 6 months. Equipment and furnishings in areas where children are active appeared to be safe and in working order. LPAs did not observe during today\342\200\231s inspection a pool/pond/body of water. This facility does not currently provide Incidental Medical Services- IMS. 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 Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . 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 . Deficiencies were observed during today\342\200\231s inspection and are cited on the following page of this report. This report was reviewed with licensee, and an exit interview was conducted. A Notice of Site Visit was provided and should remain posted for 30 days.