Routine inspection·September 19, 2024

On 9/19/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carol Heath conducted an unannounced required annual inspection at the Giebe Family Child Care Home. Upon arrival, LPA met with the assistant, Courtney Allensworth, who answered the door. The licensee, Victoria Giebe, was not present. LPA received a text message from the licensee stating that she had gone to get her car washed due to the ash from the fire. Four adults reside in the home, including the licensee, one adult child, and her two sons, aged 15 and 12. According to the Guardian, three individuals are associated with this facility. This is a large family childcare facility. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. During the inspection, LPA observed four childcare children (Ages 6, 3, 3,and 2). Per the Licensing Information System, annual facility fees were current. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. The licensee states that she does have a child who needs IMS at this time. The home is set up as follows: This is a two-story home with 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a kitchen, a living room, formal dining, a family room, a playroom, and a garage. There is a barricade on the bottom and top staircases; the licensee is reminded that barricade(s) must remain in place during Daycare hours if children under 5 years old are in care. The following areas are used for Daycare: The family room, one bathroom, and backyard are utilized for the family childcare. Family Room: In the designated playroom (Family room), there are adequate age-appropriate toys, books, games, napping mats, and hygienic diaper-changing equipment. LPA 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 down the hall to the left. The bathroom was the tour. The bathroom was clean, sanitized, and in good repair. The toilet was inspected, and the sink/toilet is operable. The toilet and faucets are clean, safe, and operable. The bathroom was observed to be free and clear of hazardous items. Off-limited areas: Upstairs bedrooms and bedrooms. Backyard (Declaration): The backyard was inspected; the children will not use the outdoor backyard until the area is clean and fix. 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 tiny tots, swings and slides, a house (with padding), a sandbox, and a water table. The slides is broken and unsafe for the childcare children. Kitchen/Dining Room/Living Room: The kitchen was inspected to ensure dangerous items were inaccessible to children (Safety latches). Sharp utensils, poisons, and medications are unavailable to children in the kitchen, and child safety latches are on cabinet doors and drawers. Sharp knives are kept in a butcher block in the gated kitchen. The inspection of the Giebe Family Child Care Home revealed the following: The AC/Heating Unit is located on the right side of the home and is inaccessible to children, with barrels blocking access. No bodies of water are present. Electrical outlets are plugged and inaccessible to children. The licensee participates in a food program and provides breakfast, lunch, and snacks. A 2A10BC fire extinguisher is located in the laundry room, in the green zone, and inaccessible to children. The fireplace is screened and inaccessible. Window blind cords are accessible to children. The fireplace is screened and inaccessible. Window blind cords are accessible to children. Sick children will be isolated in the office. Cleaning solutions and medications are stored in locked areas. Children nap in the family room with adult supervision, and six cots and 12 mats are available. No pets are on the premises. There is a working landline or cell phone. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are functional. The First Aid kit is locked and fully stocked. The licensee provides transportation and has valid credentials. There are no firearms on the premises. LPA reviewed the following Documentation: · Child files : LPA observed that 5 children's files and the records 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 (of 6/24) · 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 03/11/24 . · 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: No infant enroll at the facility at this time. · The licensee posts all required information. · Mandated Reporter Training: The licensee has completed and renewed the online mandated reporter training at www.mandatedreporterca.com on 3/13/24. · Staff Personnel File: LPA observed a staff information. The following information was discussed with the licensee : o A baby walker shall not be allowed on the premises of a family child care home in accordance with Health and Safety Code sections 1596.848(b) and (c). State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucer, and other items that fall into that category. o Capacity requirements, Roster requirements, Posting requirements, and Documentation requirements for disaster drills (fire and earthquake). Mandatory Forms for the children's and provider's files and Safe Sleep Awareness. The role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were reviewed. The licensee was reminded that supervision is always required for children in care. o The 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 o Licensee was advised to visit the CCL website ( www.ccld.ca.gov ) to obtain updates on courses and updates/changes to the regulations. Licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know the regulations as well as 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 Mandatory Forms for the children's files and provider's files. 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 Posting Requirements: Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. o Requirements for fire drills, earthquake drills, and documentation for both. o The Duty Worker is available for questions Monday through Friday at (661) 202-3318 from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. o The licensee is reminded that 100% supervision is required for children at all times. 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 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 childcare home where children are present (24/7 ban). ü 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 [or 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. ü Licensee [or facility representative] 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. ü IF A FACILITY IS CURRENTLY PROVIDING IMS, USE AS FOLLOWS: This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514- 0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/ ü IF THERE IS NO CHILD AT THE FACILITY THAT CURRENTLY NEEDS IMS, USE AS FOLLOWS: 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/ . ü Centers and Family Child Care Homes Licensee [or facility representative] was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website, a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. ü Family Child Care Homes During the exit interview, the LICENSEE ****, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. ü Family Child Care Homes A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. ü 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-carelicensing/ inspection-process. No deficiencies are being cited at this time. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the licensee, Victoria Giebe.