Routine inspection·October 12, 2022

On 10/12/2022 at 9:30am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Samantha Clenista arrived at the facility to conduct an unannounced inspection. LPA was granted entry by Licensee, Brenda Hudgins. Present was the Licensee and two day care children. The facility is within ratio and capacity. The one story home was toured and inspected to ensure an environment safe for the care and supervision of children. Licensee stated she uses the entire home for day care, with the exception of the garage. Bedrooms are used for napping in pack and plays or cots/trundle bed for the older children. The garage is secured with a latch placed up high. Licensee has provided adequate space for the children to eat, sleep and play within the home. There is a working phone and email address for the facility. The home has a fully charged fire extinguisher, carbon monoxide detector, and smoke detector that meet requirements and are operational. All hazardous items were latched/locked and secured out of reach of children, this includes detergents, cleaning compounds, medications and other items which could pose a danger to children. Inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. LPA reminded Licensee to make anything that reads \342\200\234Keep out of reach of children,\342\200\235 to be inaccessible to children. There is fire place in the living room that has a gate surrounding it making it inaccessible. Licensee has an in-ground pool located in her backyard. Licensee has an approved pool waiver that was issued to her on 12/18/2001. See file for copy. All required postings were posted. Licensee's pediatric CPR and First Aid Card are current . Lice nsee has an expired AB1207 mandated child abuse training certificate. Licensee last certificate is dated 07/26/2018, it mus t be renew every two years. See LIC9102- Technical Violation pertaining to this expired certificate. Licensee has immunization records per SB792 available for review. License e last conducted a fire drill with the children in care on 06/13/2022. Licensee stated there are no firearms or weapons on site. LPA advised Licensee that all wading pools, water tables, or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position. The home was observed to be is clean and orderly, with appropriate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. Safe and age appropriate toys and equipment are present for both indoor and outdoor activities. Back yard is fenced and free of hazards. Side yards are inaccessible via gate/fence. 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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - 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 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 . The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday \342\200\223 Friday at (619) 767-2248 for any Unusual Incident Reporting. All incident reports shall be email to SDIncidentReports@dss.ca.gov or fax to (619)767-2203. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep web page at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee 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. 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, 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. LPA and Licensee discussed California Megan's Law and LPAs provided: www.meganslaw.ca.gov . No deficiencies issued at this time. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Brenda Hudgins. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.