Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On 03/18/2023 at 8:29 AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Susan Brewer arrived at the facility to conduct an annual inspection. LPA was greeted by Facility Staff Tiffany Johnson and granted entry to tour the facility inside and out. LPA reviewed records and observed and/or discussed the following: The licensee Tamara Dobson, was away from the facility at the time of the inspection. Present were 2 licensee staff and 1 volunteer, supervising 9 children. At 10:30 AM, the licensee Tamara Dobson and spouse Kevin Dobson, arrived at the facility, however the inspection and tour continued with Staff Tiffany Johnson.
The licensee has changed the days and hours of operation as indicated below and the licensee has a separate insurance policy for the daycare. The licensee agrees to update the discussed changes on the LIC279 Application form, the LIC999A Facility Sketches for the Home and Yard. The licensee also agrees to submit an updated Incidental Medical Plan, to the department. The licensee was informed that a case management inspection may be required to inspect the outdoor activity area, for repairs to the pool fencing. The licensee agrees to place the outdoor activity area temporarily off-limits, until the repairs are completed.
Normal days and hours of operation are Monday- Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:15 PM.
OFF-LIMIT AREAS INCLUDE: Entire 2
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Floor, downstairs laundry room, small storage space of garage, formal living room, family room, kitchen and dining area; The entire outdoor activity area is temporarily off-limits pending repair to pool fencing.
The inspection consisted of reviews of the following domain: Physical Plant, Care and Supervision, Records, Facility Administration, Staffing Ratio and Capacity, Personal Rights. The inspection found the facility to be in compliance in these domains, except as noted on the LIC809D. The facility is operating within the licensed capacity and appropriate ratios with a census of 9 children in care.
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The Licensee is present in the home and has ensured that children in care are supervised.
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When temporarily absent from the home, the Licensee shall arrange for a substitute adult to care for and supervise children.
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A working telephone is present.
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LPA observed 2 fully charged fire extinguishers with the needles in the green, however the extinguishers observed were not the required 2A:10BC. A smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector were present and tested by the licensee during this inspection and are working.
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All hazardous items are inaccessible, this includes detergents, cleaning compounds, medications and other items which could pose a danger to children.
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Storage of poisons are inaccessible to children were locked.
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A fireplace in the home is covered.
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No guns or weapons present as stated by the Licensee. Licensee understands all guns, weapons and ammunition must be key locked separately and made inaccessible per Title 22 regulations.
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Stairs are NOT barricaded on 03/18/2024, located across the hallway where daycare children access the restroom. No children were observed next to the stairs at the time of the inspection.
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Home is clean and orderly, with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort.
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Clean, Safe and age-appropriate toys and equipment are present for both indoor and outdoor activities.
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Outdoor play areas are fenced and/ or appropriate supervision is present.
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Verification of control of property on file by deed of trust 02/27/2007.
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Pediatric CPR and First Aid Card expires on 11/2025.
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Health & Safety Certificate - completed on 08/26/2016.
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Mandated Reporter General: NOT ON FILE; AB 1207 Child Care Expires: NOT ON FILE
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Fire clearance: 06/26/2008.
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Documentation of fire & earthquake drills to be conducted every six months: Last drill on 02/13/2024, with 10 children present.
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There ARE bodies of water, 03/18/2024. The licensee Tamara Dobson, understands all bodies of water including ponds, above ground pools & spas, in-ground pools & spas, and some fountains must be properly covered or fenced per Title 22 regulations. The Department must be notified before and after installation of the above types of bodies of water.
In addition, all wading pools or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position. The licensee’s staff Tiffany Johnson and spouse Kevin Dobson, accompanied LPA Susan Brewer, while inspecting the outdoor pool fencing, which is made of mesh panels with metal posts. During the inspection the LPA observed a fence post on the west end of the outdoor area to be detached from the wooden fence and unsecured, a panel to be leaning inward and the entry panel/gate does not self latch.
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Children’s files are NOT complete: 2 of 9 children present were missing files, 8 of 9 children missing the LIC627 Medical Consent forms, 2 children missing immunization records, 1 child missing LIC9227 & sleep logs, 4 children missing LIC995A Parent’s Rights form.
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Staff’s files are NOT complete: 3 staff present and caring for children do not have required personnel records, immunization records or mandated reporter training records available for review.
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A review of staff records on 03/18/2024 indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions.
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.
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
Licensee staff Tiffany Johnson, 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 Susan Brewer, discussed the safe sleep regulations with staff Tiffany Johnson, and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep
as an additional resource.
LPA also informed Staff Tiffany Johnson, 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.
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Deficiencies were issued on today’s date for a Type B violations.
No civil penalties issued on today’s date.
A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Staff Tiffany Johnson.
