Pre-licensing visit·December 3, 2024

On 12/03/2024 at 8:20 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mahjoba Mohsini conducted an announced inspection for the purpose of changing locations and met with the Licensee, Khatera Sadaat. LPA identified herself, disclosed the purpose of the inspection, and was granted entry into the facility by the Licensee. Present in the home were the Licensee and her husband, Sayed Ehsan Sadaat (previous name Hazim). The two-story home was toured and inspected to ensure an environment safe for the care and supervision of children. The Licensee accompanied LPA inside and outside of the facility during this inspection. 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. The Licensee states that there are no weapons in the home. A review of records on this date indicates that all adults in the home, and individuals who require caregiver background checks, have received criminal record and child abuse clearances. First Aid and CPR certifications expire on May 06, 2025. The Licensee has the required immunizations. The Licensee does not have Mandated Reporter Training due to a language barrier, but her husband, who is the assistant, completed Mandated Reporter Training on 10/08/2024. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed and found to be in order. The Licensee has provided adequate space for the children to eat, sleep, and play within the home. Areas used for child care include all of the downstairs (living room, dining room, kitchen, backyard, and bathroom). All of the upstairs is to remain off-limits as mandated by the Santee Fire Department due to the lack of a second exit. Upstairs is made inaccessible through the use of a removable child gate. The fire clearance areas include all of downstairs. The Licensee has sufficient toys and equipment available. The home has a fenced backyard available for outdoor activities. The Licensee will use nearby parks and the library for outdoor activities as well.** The 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. The Licensee was also provided handouts with information regarding Safe Sleep Regulations/SIDS, lead exposure, and Shaken Baby Syndrome. LPA and Licensee discussed California Megan's Law and LPA provided: www.meganslaw.ca.gov . . LPA discussed and provided the Licensee with the following information: child care advocates-email address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov. In addition, for general questions or questions regarding licensing requirements, contact the Child Care Licensing Duty Line at (619) 767-2248. No IMS provided: Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information, see the 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 the link to the publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm.** No deficiencies were cited. One correction needed: cover or level out the dent in the backyard. A license will be issued once the correction is received. An exit interview was conducted with the Licensee. The Licensee was provided a copy of their appeal rights, and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. LPA provided a notice of site visit and observed it being posted at the facility .