Routine inspection·March 16, 2023

On March 16 th , 2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jeremey McClain met with Licensee Shwetha Lakshmi Jayaram for an unannounced annual inspection. LPA observed a census of four children who were preschool age. Licensee stated there aren’t new residents in the home. All individuals subject to criminal record review have obtained clearance. Licensee, Shwetha Lakshmi Jayaram, 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. LPA toured areas of the home accessible to the children. The off-limit areas of the home were inaccessible. LPA observed current CPR/First Aid certificate which expires 03/2025 . LPA observed the following posted: a license, a Parents' Rights Poster and an Emergency Disaster Plan. LPA observed that licensee has current completion of AB1207 Mandated Reporter training through 03/24/2023 . LPA 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. LPA observed records of immunizations for MMR, Pertussis, and influenza. 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. LPA reminded licensee that a baricade for the stairs must always in place whenever children younger than five years old are present. LPA observed a working telephone in the home. (1/2) Licensee stated that there are no weapons in the home. LPA observed a fire extinguisher which was last serviced within the past year. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were tested and observed to be functional. LPA observed fire drills documented on a calendar, 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. Appropriate nap equipment for infants was observed. Licensee has conducted and documented 15-minute sleep checks for infants. LPA did not observe any standing bodies of water during today’s inspection. Licensee currently provides Incidental Medical Services- IMS, and has the proper paperwork in place. . 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 . No deficiencies were observed during today’s inspection.