Routine inspection·December 9, 2021

On Thursday, December 9th, 2021, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Kelly Ferrara and Arianna Manabat conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Licensee Akram Edalatishams. LPAs observed there were currently eight children in care with the Licensee and an assistant. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7 AM to 5:30 PM. LPAs observed proper ratio and capacity was being followed. LPA 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 and bathroom, bedroom #2, and garage. Upon arrival, LPAs observed an infant sleeping in a play yard in the master bedroom. LPAs advised this room was listed as off limits and cannot be used for napping. 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 there were no hazardous items accessible to children including cleaning compounds, medications, or sharp objects. Fire extinguisher is in working condition and 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 Licensee acknowledged that in areas that are not fenced, 100% supervision is required. LPAs did not observe any bodies of water on the premises and Licensee stated there are no firearms. LPAs observed the Licensee has a current CPR/First Aid certificate which expires April 2023 and a current Mandated Reporter training certificate for all staff. 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 children\342\200\231s files and observed that all the required documentation was present in each child's file. 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 [facility representative] 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. 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 LPAs 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. 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. There was one Type A deficiency cited based on today's inspection. Upon receipt of Type A citations, licensee shall post and provide copies of the LIC 809 D for parents/guardians of children in care and for parents/guardians of newly enrolled children for the next 12 months. Licensee must also keep the signed LIC 9224, acknowledging receipt of LIC 809 D in each child's file