Routine inspection·October 10, 2022

On October 10, 2022 at 12:55 pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jessica Rubio arrived at the facility to conduct an annual inspection as part of a compliance review. LPA met with licensee Juanita Casas. LPA toured the facility, inside and out, records were reviewed, and the following was observed and/or discussed: \302\267 Normal days and hours of operation are: Monday through Friday 7:00 am to 5:30 pm \302\267 Off-limit areas include: Entire second story, garage and side yards. \302\267 The facility is operating within the licensed capacity and appropriate ratios. The facility was closed in observance of a Holiday therefore had no children in care during this inspection. \302\267 A working telephone is present and the current number is on file \302\267 Appropriate fire extinguisher, smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector present and were tested by the Licensee during this inspection. Smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector were both working properly. \302\267 Fireplace is properly screened to prevent access by children \302\267 All hazardous items were not stored inaccessible. LPA observed a drawer in the kitchen to contain sharp knives and the safety latch was worn making them accessible. Toiletries labeled "Keep Out of Reach of Children" were also observed accessible in the bathroom. A citation will be issued. \302\267 Weapons are not present. Licensee understands all guns, weapons and ammunition must be key locked separately and made inaccessible per Title 22 Regulations \302\267 Stairs are barricaded \302\267 Clean, safe and age appropriate toys \302\267 Current roster on file \302\267 Facility Sketch, Emergency Disaster Plan and Notification of Parent\342\200\231s Rights poster are posted \302\267 Licensee conducts fire drills every month however is not documenting them. LPA advised to keep documentation of fire and disaster drills on file at least every six months. \302\267 No bodies of water at this time. Licensee understands all bodies of water including ponds, above ground pools & spas, in-ground pools & spas, and some fountains must be properly covered or fenced per Title 22 Regulations. The Department must be notified before and after installation of the above types of bodies of water. In addition, all wading pools or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position. \302\267 Verification of control of property on file \302\267 During this inspection, two children\342\200\231s records were reviewed. All children\342\200\231s records are complete. \302\267 Licensee\342\200\231s Mandated Reporter Training expired on 9/14/2021. A citation will be issued. \302\267 Licensee\342\200\231s Pediatric CPR and First Aid Card expire on 7/2/2024 \302\267 Licensee\342\200\231s Health & Safety Certificate - completed on 6/13/2010 \302\267 Resident and/or staff records were reviewed and all adults who require caregiver background checks have received all required clearances and/or exemptions. The licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and/or using the facility address for their mailing address. 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 The Licensee was informed of their reporting requirements and was provided with the Regional Office\342\200\231s Unusual Incident Reporting email mailbox: UnusualIncidentReportsDO10@dss.ca.gov The Licensee can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from the facility at: Associations_Disassociations858@dss.ca.gov 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. 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. Go to the licensing webpage www.ccld.ca.gov , and click on the \342\200\234Receive Important Updates\342\200\235 located on the right side of the page, immediately above the Quick Links. One can add their email address and choose which program(s) they wish to receive Provider Information Notices (PIN) for. The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday \342\200\223 Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at: 1-844-LET-US-NO (1-844-538-8766) and/or 951-782-4200. The facility is being cited for Title 22 Regulation Section 102417(g)(4) and Health & Safety Code 1596.8662(b)(1). See LIC809-D for cited deficiencies. 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/infore sources/community-care-licensing/process . An exit interview was conducted, and this report was reviewed with the licensee Juanita Casas. Appeal rights were discussed and provided during the exit interview. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.