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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

KOLB FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 3348408371 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

· On 05/04/2022 at 7:50AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Giselle Carbullido arrived at the facility to conduct an annual inspection. LPA was granted entry by Licensee, Colleen Kolb. LPA toured the facility, inside and out, reviewed records, and observed and/or discussed the following: Normal days and hours of operation are: M-F 6:30AM - 5:30PM OFF-LIMIT AREAS INCLUDE: Upstairs and garage · The inspection consisted of reviews of the following domains: Physical Plant, Care and Supervision, Records, Facility Administration, Staffing Ratio and Capacity, and Personal Rights The inspection found the facility to be in compliance in these domains, except as noted on the LIC809D. Deficiency was cited this visit. · The facility is operating within the licensed capacity and appropriate ratios · The Licensee is present in the home and has ensured that children in care are supervised. · When temporarily absent from the home, the Licensee shall arrange for a substitute adult to care for and supervise children · A working telephone is present. · Appropriate fire extinguisher (kitchen), smoke detector (ceiling near stairs ) and carbon monoxide detector ( Kitchen) are present and were tested by the Licensee during this inspection. · All hazardous items are inaccessible, this includes detergents, cleaning compounds, medications and other items which could pose a danger to children · Storage of poisons is inaccessible to children and locked · No fireplace · 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. · Stairs are barricaded at this time · Home is clean and orderly, with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort · Safe and appropriate toys and equipment are present for both indoor and outdoor activities. · Outdoor play areas are fenced and/ or appropriate supervision is present · Verification of control of property on file · Pediatric CPR and First Aid Card expire on 04/2023 Health & Safety Certificate - completed on 05/15/2011 Mandated reporter: Expired See LIC 809D Fire clearance : 07/06/2012 Documentation of fire & earthquake drills to be conducted every six months: Last drill on 02/2022. · There is a body of water - spa at this time. LPA observed spa key latched, empty, and not in use. Licensee 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. In addition, all wading pools or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position. · Clean, safe and age appropriate toys · Children’s files are complete: Yes · 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 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 discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee 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 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. · 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 . · A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. · Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Colleen Kolb.

Citations

1 citation recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [2 ] out of [2) (persons) which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the May 4, 2022 inspection of KOLB FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was an inspection of KOLB FAMILY CHILD CARE on May 4, 2022. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to KOLB FAMILY CHILD CARE on May 4, 2022?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [2 ] out of [2) (persons) which po..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was an inspection. Inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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