Routine inspection·May 25, 2023

On May 25 th , 2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jeremey McClain met with Licensee Zidan Liang for an unannounced annual inspection. LPA observed a census of 13 children, three of which are the licensee\342\200\231s children, including 1 infant. Licensees husband was assisting her with care today. Licensee stated there aren\342\200\231t new residents in the home. All individuals subject to criminal record review have obtained clearance. Licensee, Zidan Liang, 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 09/02/2023 . 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 02/07/2024 . 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 for license and assistant. 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 observed a fireplace that was properly screened, and stairs were properly barricaded. 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 licensee last bought in 02/2022. LPA reminded licensee that fire extinguishers must be serviced or replaced each year, according to Placer County Fire Marshal. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were tested and observed to be functional. LPA reminded licensee that disaster drills must be conducted once every 6 months. Equipment and furnishings in areas where children are active appeared to be safe and in working order. LPA discussed safe sleep regulations with licensee. Technical Violations were documented and presented to licensee. LPA did not observe any standing bodies of water during today\342\200\231s inspection. 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 and pose potential risks to the health and safety of children in care. 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.