Pre-licensing visit·August 26, 2024

On 08/26/2024 at 8:15 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Susan Brewer, arrived at the facility to conduct a Pre-licensing inspection. Present during this inspection were: Tamica Munoz, Applicant. LPA toured the facility, inside and out and the following was observed and/or discussed: Present was the applicant, 1 adult resident, 1 other adult and 3 minor residents. During the inspection the applicant updated forms LIC279 Application, LIC610A Emergency Disaster Plan, LIC999A Facility sketches , LIC9217 Pre-Licensing Readiness Guide. Normal days and hours of operation are Monday-Saturday; 4:00 AM to 8:00 PM OFF-LIMIT AREAS INCLUDE: Kitchen pantry, hall closet, Garage, Entire 2 nd Floor & South-East Side Yard \302\267 Appropriate fire extinguisher (2A:10BC), smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector are present, are in working order and were tested by the applicant Tamica Munoz, during this inspection. \302\267 The home has a working telephone cell number on file. \302\267 All hazardous items are NOT inaccessible. LPA observed kitchen knives and health supplements on the kitchen counter, as well as pet supply, batteries and a pocket knife in a lower kitchen drawer, which were within reach of daycare children for the targeted age group. No daycare children present during inspection. \302\267 No guns or weapons present as 08/26/2024. Applicant Tamica Munoz understands all guns, weapons and ammunition must be key locked separately and made inaccessible per Title 22 Regulations. \302\267 Stairs are barricaded on 08/26/2024. \302\267 The fireplace is properly screened on 08/26/2024. \302\267 Storage of poisons are NOT inaccessible to children and/or locked, where the LPA observed Medications, hygiene products and cleaning supplies in the restroom cabinet, kitchen pantry, hall closet and garage, to be accessible to daycare children. No daycare children present at the time of the inspection. \302\267 Verification of control of property on file viewed by grant deed and mortgage statement. \302\267 Facility Sketch and Emergency Disaster Plan are NOT posted on today\342\200\231s date. \302\267 Pediatric CPR and First Aid Card expires on 07/15/2026. \302\267 Health, Safety, Nutrition and Lead training certificate - completed on 08/04/2024 \302\267 Mandated reporter General: 07/30/2024; AB1207 Child Care expires: 07/30/2026. \302\267 Fire clearance: Not required for a Small FCCH. \302\267 Applicant Tamica Munoz, understands all bodies of water including ponds, above ground pools and spas, in-ground pools and 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 when not in use. \302\267 Clean, Safe and age-appropriate toys and equipment are present for both indoor and outdoor activities. \302\267 There are no toxic plants observed at this time and outdoor perimeter is secured with a fence and gates/unsecured. \302\267 The Applicant was informed of their reporting requirements and is provided with the Regional Office\342\200\231s Unusual Incident Reporting email mailbox: UnusualIncidentReportsDO09@dss.ca.gov \302\267 Issued applicant the following: SIDS information and Shaken Baby Syndrome pamphlet Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information, see PIN 22-02-CCP . 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 LPA Susan Brewer, discussed the safe sleep regulations with Applicant Tamica Munoz 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 Applicant Tamica Munoz 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. Applicant Tamica Munoz, was reminded that all adults 18 and over living in the home, persons who provide care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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. The Licensee can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov for Riverside Regional Office. As a REMINDER: when your child(ren) turn 18 years of age, you MUST SUBMIT an updated LIC279, LIC508 and TB Screen and have your child submit for LIVESCAN background clearance. LPA reviewed with Applicant the LIC 311D, Forms/Records To Keep In Your Family Child Care Homes, children\342\200\231s forms/records, facility forms/records, and information to be posted. Entrance Checklist was provided to the applicant Tamica Munoz. Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. 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. Additionally, The following was discussed with the applicant(s): - AB 1207 \342\200\223 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting: Child Day Care Personnel Training, beginning January 1, 2018 \342\200\223 Requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. - Effective January 1, 2017 \342\200\223 Children under 2 years of age shall ride in a rear-facing car seat unless the child weighs 40 or more pounds OR is 40 or more inches tall. For additional information regarding car seat laws see www.chp.ca.gov - Pre-Licensing Visit Packet provided - Failure to meet the posting requirements shall result in an immediate $100 civil penalty. - Documentation of fire & earthquake drills to be conducted every six months - Responsibilities of being a mandated reporter and renew training every 2 years: - Access to forms & Regulations for Family Child Care online at www.ccld.ca.gov - Responsibility to know the regulations for anyone providing care. - Inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care - Current facility\342\200\231s phone numbers must be on file with the licensing office at all times - Baby walkers, bouncy seats, exer-saucers and other similar items are prohibited - Once licensed, the Notice of Site Visit must be posted at the entrance of the facility for a period of 30 days. If a serious violation is cited, a copy of the licensing report (LIC809/LIC9099) must also be posted for 30 days. v The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Mon. \342\200\223 Fri.at 1-844-LET-US-NO (1-844-538-8766). Before licensure, the following needs to be corrected/completed on or before 09/26/2024: 1. Proof of required postings by photo. 2. Make kitchen knives, sharp kitchen utensils, medications for persons/pets, health supplements, poisons, toxins, cleaning supplies and hazardous hygiene products inaccessible to children. Once all corrections have been verified, the application for a Small Family Child Care Home will be submitted for approval with a maximum capacity of 6, or 8 with parent notification. Applicant advised that all corrections are due within 30 days or the application may be withdrawn. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was provided to the applicant on this date. During the exit interview, the Applicant Tamica Munoz, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and/or using the facility address for their mailing address. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Applicant, Tamica Munoz.