Routine inspection·May 4, 2022

On Wednesday, May 4, 2022, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Tanya Washington and Kelly Ferrara conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Licensee Marshella Ryan. LPAs observed care and supervision of four day-care children and Licensee's three minor children were present in the home. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. LPAs observed proper ratio and capacity was being followed. LPAs observed that the facility annual fees are current. 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. Off limit areas include: Master bedroom/ bath and garage. Licensee acknowledged that children may never enter these off-limit areas. LPAs conducted a health and safety inspection and observed that the facility is clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair with proper ventilation. LPAs observed the proper documents were posted where visible to parents. LPAs observed that the cleaning compounds and sharp objects were kept inaccessible to children. LPAs observed a 2A-10-BC fire extinguisher which is accessible. LPAs observed the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are functioning properly. The facility has adequate toys that are safe for children to use. The backyard is fenced and LPAs observed there were no bodies of water. Licensee stated there are no firearms in the home. LPAs observed fire drills were conducted at least once every six months and documented and the children\342\200\231s roster is current. LPAs reviewed six children\342\200\231s files and observed that all the required documentation was present in each child's file. LPAs observed the CPR/1st aide certificate was current and expires 05/2023. LPAs observed the Mandated Reporter certificate is current and is valid until 05/16/2023 and Licensee was reminded to renew it every two years LPAs 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. LPAs 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/inspection-process . Incidental Medical Services- IMS policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. 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 discussed current COVID guidelines with Licensee and provided technical assistance. LPAs provided the Department\342\200\231s website WWW.CCLD.CA.GOV , so the Licensee can obtain updated licensing information, new regulations and access forms. LPAs advised Licensee of their responsibility to stay current by reviewing PINs on the website. No citations were issued based on today's inspection. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee.