Routine inspection·June 14, 2022

On 6/14/22 at 8:45 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Adrian Mangina conducted an unannounced Annual inspection with the Licensees. Upon arrival, LPA met with Licensee, Adam Gebeau. The one-story three bedroom two bathroom home was toured and inspected to ensure an environment safe for the care and supervision of children. Also present in the home was Licensee Laura Stepien and 11 day care children. Proper supervision and ratios were observed. The 2A10BC fire extinguisher, carbon monoxide detector, and smoke 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. Licensee states that there are no weapons in the home. A review of staff records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances or exemptions. 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. Licensee Adam Gebeau\342\200\231s First Aid and CPR certifications expire on 6/2024 and Mandated Reporter 8/9/22 Licensee Laura Stepein\342\200\231s First Aid and CPR certifications expire on 8/2022 and Mandated Reporter on 8/10/22 Licensees meet immunization requirements. Licensees maintain emergency records for children. Licensee has provided adequate space for the children to eat, sleep and play within the home. Areas used for child care include: living room, kitchen, hall, classroom and bathroom #1. Off limits areas include: bedroom 1, bedroom 2, master bedroom, master bathroom, garage and are inaccessible through use of doorknob covers, (continued on LIC809 pafe2 (LIC809 page2) latches and locks. The fireplace is screened. There is a working phone at the facility. The licensee has sufficient age appropriate, safe, toys and equipment available. The home has a fully fenced backyard available for outdoor activities. 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 associated to the facility, 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 LPA provided: www.meganslaw.ca.gov . LPA Mangina reviewed Covid-19 guidelines with Licensee and provided Covid-19 resources. LPA Mangina directed Licensee to website: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing to receive important updates and information. Incidental Medical services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see 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 link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . 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. (continued on LIC809 page 3) (LIC809 page 3) 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 . No citations issued. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Adam Gebeau. The Licensee was provided a copy of this report. A Notice of Site Visit (LIC9213) was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.