Routine inspection (3-year)·November 21, 2023

On 11/21/2023 , Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carol Heath conducted an unannounced Required annual inspection at the Muller Family Child Care Home . Upon arrival, the LPA met with the licensee, Summer Muller, who guided the LPA on a tour of the facility. Individuals that reside in the home include 2 adults (licensee, licensee’s friend). Per Guardian, all adults in this facility obtain a criminal record clearance. This is a large family childcare facility. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 P.m. During the inspection, LPA observed 7 childcare children ( 1 infant (8 months) and 6 young children ) with Licensee and her assistant . Per the Licensing Information System, annual facility fees were current. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. Per the licensee, she does not have children who need IMS at this time. The home is set up as follows: This is a two-story home with 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a kitchen/ Formal dining room, and an attached garage. Per the Licensee, the living room, formal dining room, and 1 bathroom, are being utilized for family childcare. Off-limit areas of the home are the upstairs, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, Family room (on the other side of the house), Kitchen, laundry room, and garage, which is locked. A barricade is on the bottom and top staircase; the licensee is reminded that barricades (s) must remain in place during daycare hours if children under 5 years old are in care. · Living room: In the playroom (Living room), the designated playroom, there are adequate age-appropriate toys, books, games, and napping mats/hygienic diaper changing equipment. PA observed age-appropriate toys and furniture for the children. There are games and books on the premises of this facility. The carpets and other materials were observed to be in good condition. · Children's bathroom: Children will use the bathroom near the front door. The bathroom was the tour. The bathroom was clean, sanitized, and in good repair. The toilet was inspected, and the sink/toilet is in operable condition. The toilet and faucets are clean, safe, and operable. The bathroom was observed to be free and clear of hazardous items. · Backyard: The backyard was inspected; the children use the outdoor backyard for outside play. The backyard is gated all around. The outdoor play area was observed to be free of hazards and loose and sharp parts. There is a grass and concrete area for active play. There are two sheds with key locks, roses are screened, the barbecue grill has a cover, and the area on the left rear is gated (storing toys). LPA observed 2 big dogs in the other side of the backyard. LPA reminded the licensee to supervise the children at the whole time · Kitchen/Dining Room (Off-limit): The kitchen was inspected to ensure dangerous items were inaccessible to children (Safety latches). All sharp utensils, poisons, and medications are unavailable to children in the kitchen, with child safety latches on cabinet doors and drawers. Sharp knives are kept in a butcher block in the gated kitchen. Other: · AC/Heating Unit / Swamp Cooler unit was observed. The AC/Heating Unit is located on the right side of the home and is inaccessible to children via barrels blocking access to the AC unit. / The swamp cooler unit is inaccessible to children. · Bodies of water: Pre the licensee, there were bodies of water (Spa) in the home. There is a decorative water fountain that has no water. LPA observed that pool covers should be strong enough to support the weight of an adult entirely and should be placed on the pool and locked while the pool is not in use. · Electrical outlets: All unused electrical outlets are plugged in and made inaccessible to children. · Food: The licensee is enrolled in the Food program. The licensee will provide Breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Or the food is brought from home. The containers were labeled with the children’s names and properly stored or refrigerated. · Fire extinguisher (2A10BC) : LPA observed a required fire extinguisher (2A10BC) reading in Green and located in the kitchen, which is inaccessible to children. It meets standards established by the State Fire Marshall. · Fireplace: The fireplace was observed in the Family room (off-limit with safety gate) and is screened to make it inaccessible to the children. · Hanging window blind cords : The cords are inaccessible to children. · Isolation area (Illness): Per the licensee, if the child shows signs of illness, they will be separated from other children. · Medications and cleaning solutions : Detergents/cleaning compounds are in the upper kitchen cabinet, inaccessible to the children. Medications are in the off-limits bedroom. · Napping: Children will nap in designated areas with adult supervision. LPA observed 10 mats in the closet. · Overnight Care: According to the licensee, it does not provide overnight care. · Pets: 1 small dog and 2 big dogs. During daycare hours, the dogs do not interact with children. They have current vaccinations. · Phone service: There is a working landline or cell phone. · Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide: The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide devices tested operable. · The First Aid kit is in the adult bathroom under the sink, inaccessible to children. The First Aid Kit was observed to be complete with supplies and a first aid manual . · Transportation : The licensee does provide transportation for children. The licensee has a valid California driver's license, valid vehicle insurance, and vehicle registration. · Weapons or Firearms: Per the licensee, there are Firearms at the facility at this time. (See LIC812) for information. · LPA reviewed the following Documentation: · Child files : LPA observed that 5 children's files and the documents were found to be in order. · CPR/First Aid: LPA observed that the licensee has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Training with an expiration date (9/2024) . · Fire Drill and Disaster Drill: Per the licensee, fire and disaster drills are conducted every 6 months; the last drill was documented and performed on 10/3/2023 · Immunization: The licensee and her assistant have the required immunizations (MMR and DTaP). The licensee and her assistant provided a written statement declining the influenza vaccination. · Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC 9227) and Sleeping Log: LPA observed 1 infant have LIC 9227, and the Sleeping log is also in each infant's file, · The licensee post all required information. · Mandated Reporter Training: The licensee has completed and renewed the online mandated reporter training at www.mandatedreporterca.com on 1/16/23. · Staff Personnel File : LPA observed 2 staff information. Both assistants will need to submit their MMR and DtaP. The following information was discussed with the licensee : o Mandatory Forms for the children's and assistant files. o The licensee is reminded that 100% supervision is required for children at all times. o Capacity, Roster requirements, and Documentation requirements for disaster drills (fire and earthquake). o Licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know the regulations and anyone who assists in providing care. The licensee was advised that the inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. Licensing must always have the facility's phone number; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified. o Licenses were advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC624B. o The licensee was informed of the responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-540-4000. Also, call the CCL office and follow up with a written Unusual Incident/Injury Report (LIC 624B). o A baby walker shall not be allowed on the premises of a family childcare home in accordance with Health and Safety code sections 1596.848(b) and (c). State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers, and other items that fall into that category. o Posting Requirements: Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. o The 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). o Licensee was advised to visit the CCL website ( www.ccld.ca.gov ) to obtain updates on courses and updates/changes to the regulations. o 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 sent directly to your email. Child Care Advocates information: www.childcareadvocatesprogram@cdss.ca.gov o 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/process . o Licensee [or facility representative] 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. o LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the 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 the 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. o A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. o The Duty Worker is available for questions Monday through Friday at (661) 202-3318 from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Deficiencies cited: (See LIC 809D). The following Type B deficiencies are being cited in accordance with Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and Health & Safety codes. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Summer Muller.