Routine inspection·December 3, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst Erwina Pascual-Golamco (LPA) conducted an unannounced inspection and met with Licensee, Vijaya Lakshmi Koppula. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. LPA observed that the annual facility fees are current. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Off-limit areas include: the entire second floor, living room, pantry in kitchen, garage, left and right side of yard. Licensee acknowledged that children may never enter these off-limit areas. The stairs is fenced or barricaded. Licensee acknowledges that when children less than five years old are in care, stairs shall be fenced or barricaded. LPA conducted a health and safety inspection in the areas accessible to children and observed that the facility is in good repair and free of hazards with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. The facility has equipment and age-appropriate materials for children. LPA observed the required documents were posted where visible to parents. LPA observed that there were no hazardous items\342\200\224such as cleaning compounds, medications, or sharp objects that are accessible to children. The 2A-10-BC fire extinguisher appeared to be in working condition and is accessible. Licensee stated there are no weapons/firearms on the premises. The backyard is fenced, and licensee acknowledged that in areas that are not fenced, 100% supervision is required. LPA observed a water fountain in the backyard that accumulated approximately 3.5 inches of water. According to licensee, the water was from the rain the past few days, and licensee stated they have not been playing in the backyard, and the fountain is not working. continued on LIC809-C... LPA observed a current children's roster and fire drill log which was last conducted on 04/12/24. LPA reviewed sample of children\342\200\231s files and observed required documentation. LPA observed the CPR/First Aid certificate was valid until 07/25. Mandated Reporter Training (MRT) certificate was valid until 08/25. Licensee was reminded that both CPR/First Aid and MRT Child Care portion must be completed every two years. LPA reviewed staff and facility files and observed the required documentation. Licensee is aware of and practicing safe sleep regulations. As an additional resource, 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 . 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. 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: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . Licensee was informed of the https://mychildcareplan.org/ a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. 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. LPA reminded licensee about the quarterly updates provided by the Childcare Advocates Program. To receive important license 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. continued on LIC809-C... To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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 . Based on the inspection, one Type A Title 22 Deficiency has been issued on the attached LIC 809-D page. The Licensee shall also provide a copy of this licensing report to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A Notice Of Site visit was given to licensee and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of the Licensing Report LIC 9224, or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. Licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS on 12/02/24. Licensee has been provided with appeal rights. Exit interview was conducted, report was reviewed with the licensee, Vijaya Lakshmi Koppula.