Routine inspection·June 7, 2023

On June 7, 2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Calloway met with Licensee, who granted access and guided analyst on a tour of the facility for an Annual Random inspection. This is a single story 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home with kitchen/dining, living room, formal dining room, family room, laundry (washroom) room and garage. There are three adults (Licensee, Spouse and one adult son) and four children that reside in the home. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. Upon arrival there were five children in care and two assistants interacting with the children inside the day care area. Transportation is not provided. There is a landline phone and cell phone. Physical Plant : Main childcare is provided in a separate, constructed, 1200 sq ft. add on (in 2019-2021) area with two rooms, kitchenette, and bathroom with access to the main house (off limits) from the kitchenette. No stove, refrigerator/freezer (working). Children use the bathroom to the left of the kitchenette. It was inspected and is clean and in good repair. No poisons, shampoos, razors, or hazardous items or cleaning supplies. Knives/sharp objects in lock combination box on top of file cabinet (no access). There are no medications inside the daycare. Fire/earthquake drills complete and current. Roster complete and current. There is no pool/spa or body of water. Age-appropriate toys and books. Age-appropriate napping equipment (cots, playpen). The required fire extinguisher (2A10BC) and smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector are in operable condition. There is central heating and AC. Off limit areas : Main house Bedrooms #1-#5, Bathrooms #1, #2, and #3, the living room, and the formal dining room, family room, laundry room, and garage. Outside: Backyard is completely fenced. The rear and right section of the backyard is off limits. There is concreted area and sand for play, basketball court, tether ball pole, and sitting benches. The backyard houses 3 storage sheds (locked) and a shipping container (locked). No pets. AC unit in the yard, LPA recommended covering. Per Licensee, there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. LPA did not observe any weapons/firearms. Postings were present, trainings were current. CPR/First Aid expires 1/23/25. The First Aid kit was observed and is complete. Staff and children\342\200\231s files were reviewed. The following was discussed with the Licensee: Capacity requirements, Notification of Parent's Rights, Roster requirements (keep updated names), Documentation requirements for disaster drills (fire and earthquake). Mandatory Forms for the children\342\200\231s files and provider\342\200\231s files, updated Safe Sleep regulations were provided. The role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were reviewed. Licensee reminded that 100% supervision is always required to children in care. If food is brought in, it is properly labeled. Check food expiration dates periodically. Licensee was advised on how to access forms and Regulations for Family Child Care online at www.ccld.ca.gov . Licensee was made aware that it is her responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. Licensee advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. Report Unusual Incidents to Licensing (LIC 624B) within 24 hours of incident occurring. Licensing must always have the facility\342\200\231s phone number; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified. Regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco in a private residence that is licensed as a family childcare home and in those areas of the family day care home where children are present (24/7 ban). Type A citation: Type A citation(s) shall be posted for 30 consecutive days along with the Notice of Site Visit Letter (printed out after every visit) and posted during hours of operation, as there is/are immediate risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Licensee shall provide a copy any Type A citation(s) 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 signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. Failure to do so will result in a Civil Penalty being assessed. State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers and any other items that fall into that category. Licensee is advised visit www.shotsforschool.org for Immunization information. --Licensee was informed of responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse, 1-800-827-8724/760-243-6640 --Family Child Care Providers (Disaster Planning information): https://cccld.childcarevideos.org/family-child-care-providers/disaster-planning-and-fire-safety/ --Child Care Advocates information: www.childcareadvocatesprogram@cdss.ca.gov --Child Care Videos: https://ccld.childcarevideos.org --Licensee advised to visit the CCL website ( www.ccld.ca.gov ) to obtain updates of courses and updates/changes to the regulations. 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 The On Duty Worker is available for questions at (661) 202-3318 Monday through Friday 8am-5pm. LPA provided consultation (Safe Sleep) during the inspection. There is one Type A deficiency cited during this visit. An exit interview was conducted, LPA read and provided a copy of this report and Notice of Site Visit were given to Desa Johnson, Licensee at the facility.