Routine inspection·June 2, 2022

On 06/02/2022 at 11:00 AM , Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Dana Stevens conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection and met with licensee Maria Jimenez. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility by the Licensee. There were 8 daycare children present at the time of the inspection, ages 7 months, 10 months, 14 months, 2, 2, 2, 2 and 3. Licensee's daughter was also present and assisting with child care. Licensee accompanied LPA throughout the inspection of this 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home. The following areas are used for child care: Converted garage/activity room, daycare room, kitchen, living room and one bathroom. Off-limits areas are all bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and backyard. These areas are made inaccessible with safety gates and door locks. The front patio is used for outdoor activities, licensee stated total supervision is provided. The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector met requirements.\302\240 The licensee has toys, play equipment and materials available. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. A review of records on this date indicates that all individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances or exemptions.\302\240Licensee's and assistant's First Aid and CPR certifications expire 08/2022.\302\240 Licensee completed Mandated Reporter Training 07/2021, and Assistant completed Mandated Reporter training on 08/2020. Facility roster and children's files were reviewed and found complete.\302\240 The last fire and disaster drills were conducted and documented on 05/27/2022. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee 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 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. 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 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. 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/inspection-process . No deficiencies cited. Exit interview conducted and copy of report and appeal rights were provided to the licensee and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days