Routine inspection·July 23, 2024

An unannounced annual/random inspection is made today by LPA's Owens and McClain. Present at time of inspection were licensee, 2 day care children and her 2 minor children. Ages of children present were 2, 6, 4, and 2 years old. A tour of the home, inside and outside, as shown on the facility sketch is conducted. Licensee states there are no weapons or firearms in the home. Swimming pool is fenced per regulation . LPA observed poisons, cleaning compound's, medications and other hazardous items are inaccessible to children. There is no fireplace. Fire extinguisher, Carbon Monoxide Detector and Smoke Detector meets regulations. Currently, licensee does have one dog that are inaccessible to children. Stairs are barricaded when children under age 5 years old are present. Toys and play equipment that were observed appear to be safe. There is a working telephone. Children are supervised when outside in any unfenced play area. No infants under 12 months old present; no sleeping plans reviewed. No children under 2 present, no 15 minute sleep logs reviewed. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep web page 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. All adults who reside or work in the home have a criminal record clearance or exemption. There are no excluded individuals present at this home. Licensee, Natasia Causin, 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 next page Pediatric CPR/FA is current with expiration date of 5/31/2025. A child roster is maintained. Fire and disaster drills are conducted every six months and documented. Some children records reviewed. LPA observed proof that licensee and staff/ volunteers have met the requirements of SB 792. LPA observed that all staff has completed the required mandated reporter training (AB 1207) at website: www.mandatedreporterca.com 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 Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm Off-limit rooms are: Entire upstairs, downstairs bedroom and Garage. Licensee acknowledges that children may never enter these off-limit areas. Observed shed on patio / backyard and it locked by key lock. During the exit interview, LPA discussed AB 633, Parent Notification Requirements, and the posting of licensing inspection notices and reports. Hours of operation are 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Tuesday thru Friday; facility closed every other Friday and other hours as arranged. Licensee states she does not transport children. LPA provided the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov , so the licensee can obtain updated licensing information, new regulations and access forms. LPA advised licensee of their responsibility to stay current in regards to new regulations. LPA also included the email address for the children's advocacy program to stay current on new laws childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov . Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California To receive important licensed- related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. continued on next page. Per Chapter 3, Division 12, Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations, NO deficiencies are observed today. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Natasia Causin. THIS REPORT SHALL BE MADE AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC UPON REQUEST. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days.