Routine inspection·October 19, 2023

On October 19, 2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kris Diaz met with Licensee, Olivia Castro-Gutierrez, who granted access to the home and guided LPA on a tour of the facility. The purpose of the visit was for a Required 1-year Annual inspection. People residing in the home are the licensee, her spouse, and licensee's adult son who all have fingerprint clearance and all required immunizations against pertussis (TDAP) and measles (MMR). LPA advised licensee that Flu vaccination or signed statement of declination is required for all adults in the home. Upon arrival LPA observed 6 children including 2 infants with the licensee. Days/Hours of operation are Monday through Friday 6:00AM-5:00PM. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. Per licensee, there is one child in care that requires services that usually stays home when sick. LPA informed licensee to read about the requirements of IMS and submit IMS plan to department. This is a two story 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home with kitchen/dining, living room, formal dining room, den, laundry room and garage. There is no pool/spa or body of water on the premises. Main care is provided in the living room, formal dining room, den, and bedroom #1. Children use the bathroom in hallway on the right. Off limit areas include the entire upstairs (bedroom #2, #3 and #4, bathroom #2 and #3), laundry room and garage. LPA did not observe a safety knob on the laundry room door which leads to the garage. LPA advised licensee to place safety knob on door and observed licensee put safety knob on the door during the inspection. Children have access to the backyard which is completely fenced in and meets childcare regulations. LPA observed several age-appropriate toys, books, playhouses, and activities in the play areas and backyard. There is a swing/slide set that is anchored to the ground and has required cushioning material in the form of faux grass. LPA observed a covered BBQ grill and gazebo with covered furniture in the backyard. LPA observed 3 baby swings and 2 exersaucers in the play areas of the facility. LPA advised licensee that these items are prohibited and should be removed from premises. Cont'd on 809-C The home was inspected inside and out for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, heating and ventilation, inaccessibility to poisons, detergents/cleaning compounds (laundry room/garage, under kitchen sink), medicines (upstairs - inaccessible/off limits bedroom) and hazardous items (sharp knives in magnetic lock drawer) that can pose a danger to children. LPA observed Fire/earthquake drill logs complete and maintained current. LPA observed roster complete and maintained current. LPA observed safety gate at the bottom of the stairs making the upstairs inaccessible to children. LPA did not observe any pets in the home. Per licensee, there are firearms in an off-limits bedroom and firing pins are stored separately from ammunition and firearms. The LPA did not observe any weapons. Children nap in the formal dining area and den. LPA observed several cots and blankets. Per licensee, she is not aware of safe sleep regulations and therefore, does not practice safe sleep with infants and does not have a log of 15 minute checks. LPA advised licensee of safe sleep regulations and provided The required fire extinguisher (2A10BC) is fully charged and meets the standards of the State Fire Marshal. LPA observed needle in far right of green and advised licensee to get serviced. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are in operable condition. The home has central air and heat. CPR/First aid are current and expires 10/2025. The licensee has a first aid kit in the hallway closet that is fully stocked and inaccessible to children. LPA observed the parent board and required documents are posted. LPA provided required Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC 9148) and updated Notification of Parent's Right's (PUB 394). Mandated Reporter Training expires 10/24. LPA did not observe Preventive Health Practices Certificate and advised licensee that it is required if certificate cannot be produced for licensing. LPA reviewed 6 children's records and 1 licensee records. LPA observed blank PM286 forms in 2 out of 6 children's files. LPA did not observe licensee's file with required documentation. The following was discussed with the licensee: Mandatory licensing forms for the children\342\200\231s files, facility forms/records, and information to be posted in the family child care home; Requirements to conduct fire and disaster drills once every six months and record it; Role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were reviewed; The licensee was reminded that 100% supervision is required at all times to children in care; Licensee was made aware that it is her responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care; Licensing must have the facility\342\200\231s phone number at all times; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified; Regulation prohibits the smoking of any kind during the operation of the day care. Cont'd on 809-C #2 The licensee was informed that all adults living in or having access to the home, or employees are required to have fingerprint clearances with Department of Justice, FBI, and Child Abuse Central Index prior to having contact or working with children. If this is not adhered to, a Civil Penalty of up to $500, per non-cleared adult will be assessed immediately. Please advise your analyst of any person who will be visiting regularly or for longer than one week. The licensee was advised to utilize the Request for Live scan Service LIC9163 to have adults fingerprinted and associated to the home. The licensee was advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents. A report shall be made to the department by telephone or fax during the department's normal business hours before the close of the next working day following the occurrence during the operation of family day care home. In addition, a written report shall be submitted to the department within seven days following the occurrence of any events specified above. The licensee was informed to utilize the Unusual Incident Report/Injury Report LIC624B when submitting the report to the department. The licensee was advised that the Notice of Site Visit must be posted at the entrance of the facility for a period of 30 days whenever a licensing inspection is conducted. If a Type A deficiency is cited, a copy of the licensing report must also be posted for 30 days. The same report must be provided to parents/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months & licensee must obtain a signed Acknowledgement of Licensing Reports (LIC 9224) from parent/guardian & place it in each child's file. Copies of the reports must be provided to each parent when a Type A violation is cited along with Acknowledgment of Receipt of Licensing Reports LIC 9224. If these requirements are not met civil penalties per violation will be assessed. Beginning on January 1, 2018, Assembly Bill 1207 (2015) requires all licensed providers, licensees, directors, and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. Licensees must meet requirements as a precondition to licensure. New employees shall have 90 days from date of employment to complete training as required. The training may be conducted at the following website www.mandatedreporterca.com . Prior to making alterations or additions to a family childcare home or grounds, the licensee shall notify the Department of the proposed changed, including, but not limited to, the following: Conversion of a garage (either attached or detached) into a "childcare" room; Room additions to the family childcare home. Any change from an area of the family childcare home previously identified as "off limits" to an area where care and supervision will be provided to children in care. Cont'd on 809-C #3 The licensee shall provide the Department with a copy of an inspection report when an inspection is required by the local building inspector as a result of the alteration, addition, or construction. 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 . Lead Flyer Requirement Health and Safety Code 1596.7996 mandated that effective January 1, 2019, CCC's and FCCH's are required to provide parents and guardians of children enrolling or reenrolling in care with written information on the risks and effects of lead exposure, blood lead testing requirements and recommendations, and options for locations of affordable blood lead tests as specified. A Lead Poisoning Facts Flyer was created, in partnership with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), to satisfy this requirement. The licensee was advised it is her responsibility to visit the department's website to access licensing forms, Quarterly Updates and Provider Information Notices (PINs): www.ccld.ca.gov 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 CCLD website at: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process . This inspection was conducted in person. The report was read with the licensee. A copy of this report and the Notice of Site Visit was provided to licensee, Olivia Castro-Gutierrez. Exit interview was conducted.