Routine inspection·April 26, 2023

On April 26th, 2023 at 9:15 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mandie Goodwin and Application Specialist (AS) Mai Lor met with Licensee Claudia Jenkins, for the purpose of an unannounced required 1-year inspection. There was 1 other adult at the time of visit. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. There were no children at the time of visit. Licensee states that she has 8-10 children enrolled and they are all school age. Facility days and hours of operation are 24/7. Overnight care was discussed. LPA and AS toured the facility and a health and safety inspection was conducted in all areas accessible to children. The off-limits areas include all bedrooms, the entire upstairs, garage, and laundry room. Licensee acknowledged that children must never enter these areas. LPA observed the required postings, a fully charged fire extinguisher, and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Per Licensee, there are no weapons in the home. No bodies of water were observed today. Toxic and hazardous items are inaccessible to children. Outdoor play space is fenced and outdoor equipment is in good repair. Licensee was reminded that when outdoor space is not fenced that 100% visual observation is required. LPA reviewed the enrolled children\342\200\231s files, which were observed to be complete. A current children\342\200\231s roster was observed. Licensee has record of conducting fire drills at least every six months. Per record, last drill was conducted in December. LPA observed licensee\342\200\231s CPR and First Aid card which expires 1/14/2025. LPA discussed the requirement of renewing mandated reporter training every 2 years. Licensee stated that she will take the mandated reporter training. LPA reviewed and provided the Family Child Care Home Entrance Checklist. ( Report continues LIC809-C) Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitting 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 . 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. Licensee stated that she does not provide care for infants. During today\342\200\231s inspection, a title 22 deficiency was observed and is cited on 809-D. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal rights were provided. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Claudia Jenkins.