Routine inspection·May 27, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPAs) Steven Montoya conducted an unannounced Required 1 Year inspection at the above facility. Upon arrival, the LPA met licensee, who guided the LPA to tour of the facility. At the time of the visit there were 2 children in care. Individuals that reside in the home include 3 adults (licensee, her husband and adult son) and minor children. All adults (except for 18 year son who's birthday on May 6th) living in the home have been background cleared. Per licensee, the hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Facility Roster: LPA observed Child Care Facility Roster. The Home is set up as follows: This is a two story house with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, kitchen/dining room, family/daycare room, living room, and attached garage. Per Licensee the living room, and family room/kitchen, 1 bedroom and bathroom are utilized for the family child care activity area. Per licensee off-limit areas of the home is the all bedrooms except for one, master bathroom, laundry room, and garage. The home was inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, central air and heat and ventilation. Family room/ Daycare area: In the bedroon which is the designated playroom, LPA observed age-appropriate toys and furniture for the children. Several plastic storage bins were observed in which games and toys are stored for the children. There are mats on the floor with educational/learning activities on them were clean. The following information was discussed with the licensee : \303\274 Mandatory Forms for the children\342\200\231s files and provider\342\200\231s files. \303\274 Requirements for fire drills, earthquake drills, and documentation for both. \303\274 The role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were discussed. \303\274 The licensee is reminded that 100% supervision is required for children at all times. Licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. Licensee was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. Criminal Record Statement: Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home. Licensee reports her 18 year son who's birthday on May 6th will be getting fingerprinted within 30 day of birthday. 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. Licensee was advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC624B The regulation prohibits the smoking 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). State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers, and any other items that fall into that category. Family Room : In the family room a fireplace was observed that was properly screened. In the family room, there were additional toys observed to be in the room stored on cubbies. Kitchen The kitchen was inspected to ensure hazardous and dangerous items were inaccessible to children (Safety latches). LPAs inspected the kitchen and observed that all lower cabinets and drawer have child proof latches in good condition. Bathroom #1: Bathrooms were toured, and inspected sink/toilet are in operable condition. Toilet and faucets are clean, safe, and operable. All poison and medications are made inaccessible to children with child safety latches on the sink cabinet. There was one cabinet that was observed to have a child proof latch on it; hand soap was observed in the cabinet. Backyard: The backyard was inspected; the backyard is dirt landscaping surrounded by vinyl fencing. Children have access to the backyard. LPA's observed, a plastic kid's slide, several fruit trees, a basketball hoop with other age appropriate toys. Licensee will ensure that children are always supervised while outside in the backyard. Others: AC/Heating Unit was observed. AC/Heating Unit is located on the right side of the home it accessible to children via barrels blocking access the unit. The First Aid kit is located in the Master Bedroom inaccessible to children. The First Aid Kit was observed complete with supplies and a first aid manu al . Fire extinguisher (2A10BC): LPA observed there is a required fire extinguisher (3A40BC) few years back and located in the kitchen inaccessible to children. Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide: The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide devices tested operable. Bodies of water: There are no bodies of water in the home. Medications and cleaning solutions are stored in locked cabinets in the off-limits area (Master Bedroom). Weapons or Firearms: Per licensee, there are no weapons or firearms. LPA did not observe any weapons or firearms. Incidental Medical Services (IMS): 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 Licensee will be providing medication to children. Documentation: \302\267 CPR/First Aid: LPA observed licensee has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Training with expiration date (05/2023) 1 hour of nutrition training, (8) hours of Preventive Health and Safety Training. Mandated Reporter Training: The licensee has completed the online mandated reporter training at www.mandatedreporterca.com , and need to renew by 01/27/2022. Licensee was advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC624B Transportation : The licensee does provide transportation for children. The licensee has a valid California driver's license with an expiration date of 02/17/2026. Licensee has valid vehicle insurance with the expiration date of 04-14-2022 and 10/14/2022 and vehicle registration dated 05/18/20. Safe Sleep: LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee [or facility representative] 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. Licensee was advised to visit the CCL website ( www.ccld.ca.gov ) to obtain updates of courses and updates/changes to the regulations. n Our Quarterly updates come out every 3 months they are also now in Spanish please log in to the CCLD website or you can email our advocates to have the quarterly updates send directly to your email. Child Care Advocates information: www.childcareadvocatesprogram@cdss.ca.gov No deficiencies cited Notice of Site Visit: A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Tracy Davenport