Routine inspection·August 30, 2021

On 8/30/21 Licensing Program Analyst Michael Morales-DeSilvestore conducted an unannounced Annual inspection with the Licensee. The 1 story home was toured and inspected to ensure an environment safe for the care and supervision of children. Present were the Licensee, Sheri Pichler (helper) and 3 day care children. The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector meet requirements and are operational. All hazardous items were latched/locked and secured out of reach of children. There are no bodies of water on the property. Licensee states they have fire arms in the home. The firearms were inspected and are stored according to regulation. A review of staff records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances or exemptions. First Aid and CPR certifications expire on 5/16/22. Licensee has required immunizations and has completed Mandated Reporter Training on 7/19/20. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed. Licensee has provided adequate space for the children to eat, sleep and play within the home. Areas used for child care include Main day care room, day room and bathroom 1. Off limits areas include entire rest of the house and is inaccessible through the use of a locked door. The licensee has sufficient toys and equipment available. The home has a fenced outdoor play patio for outdoor activity. Provider is reminded to adhere to all applicable laws and regulations. The laws and regulations can be found on the Department of Social Services website: https://cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/resources-for-providers/laws-and-regulations Provider is hereby reminded of the following: Report suspected child abuse and neglect, maintain children\342\200\231s records according to regulation, post all required forms, ensure that all adults living or working in the home have criminal background clearances to avoid civil penalties associated with this requirement; corporal punishment, smoking, exersaucers, bouncy seats, walkers, and jumpers are not allowed in day care. All equipment that is used should be used only as intended by the manufacturer. Licensee was also provided with information regarding new Safe Sleep Regulations/SIDS. LPA and Licensee discussed California Megan's Law and LPA provided: www.meganslaw.ca.gov . Incidental Medical services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 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 . See attached Technical Advisories. The licensee was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058 12/15) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. LPA provided notice of site visit and observed it being posted at the facility .