Routine inspection·February 4, 2025

On 2/4/25, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Saraliz Velando and Hanna Lucas arrived at the facility to conduct an unannounced annual inspection. LPAs were granted entry by Licensee, Brenda Hudgins. There were 4 children in care. The facility is within ratio and capacity. The one level home was toured and inspected to ensure the environment is safe for the care and supervision of children. Licensee stated she uses the entire home for day care, except for 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. There is a fire extinguisher that meets regulations located in the dining room area. The carbon monoxide detector and the smoke alarm are located in the hallway and both 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. There is fireplace in the living room that has been screened making it inaccessible. Licensee has an in-ground pool located in her backyard and has a pool waiver that was issued to her on 12/18/2001. However, there are new pool regulations effective 1/1/2025. The pool waiver is no longer allowed and new pool safety requirements must be met. Please see deficiencies on LIC809-D. All required postings were posted. Licensee's pediatric CPR and First Aid Card will expire in October 2026. Licensee has an AB1207 mandated child abuse training certificate that expired in October 2024. Licensee last conducted a fire drill with the children in care on 12/9/24. Licensee stated there are no firearms in the home and LPAs did not observe any. 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 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 emailed 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. LPAs and Licensee discussed California Megan's Law and LPAs provided: www.meganslaw.ca.gov . See LIC809-D for deficiencies. 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.