Routine inspection (3-year)·October 3, 2024

On 10/3/2024 at 9:35 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Victoria Hernandez conducted an unannounced Annual inspection. At arrival LPA identified self, disclosed the purpose of the inspection, and was granted entry into the facility by the Licensee Khatima Nazari. The two-story home was toured and inspected to ensure an environment safe for the care and supervision of children. No other adults or children were present. Licensee has provided adequate space for the children to eat, sleep and play within the home. Areas used for childcare include : Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Bathroom 3, Kitchen, and Backyard. Off limits areas include: the entire second floor that includes Bedroom 1-4, Bathroom 1-2 and Garage and are inaccessible through use of doorknob cover and gate. The fire extinguisher (size 2A10BC), carbon monoxide detector, and smoke detector meet requirements and are operational and readily accessible. All hazardous items were latched/locked and secured out of reach of children. There is a working phone at the facility. The licensee has sufficient age-appropriate toys and equipment available. The home has a fenced backyard available for outdoor activities. Licensee advised to provide directed supervision when outside. There are no bodies of water on the property. Licensee states that there are no weapons in the home. Licensee\342\200\231s First Aid and CPR certifications expire on 10/15/2024. Helper\342\200\231s First Aid and CPR certifications expire on 10/15/2024. Licensee and staff meet immunization requirements and was exempt for Mandated Reporter Training due to English not being primary language. Children and staff records were reviewed and maintained. 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. Licensee 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. (CONT 809C...) 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 . LPA reviewed and/or reminded Licensee of the following: Report suspected child abuse and neglect, maintain children\342\200\231s records according to regulation, post all required forms, corporal punishment is never allowed. 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. LPA and Licensee discussed California Megan's Law and LPA provided website: www.meganslaw.ca.gov . LPA reviewed Communicable disease, including Covid-19, guidelines with Licensee and provided resources. 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. LPA directed Licensee to website: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing to receive important updates and information. Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.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 . Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Khatima Nazari. During the exit interview, the LICENSEE Khatima Nazari, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days