Routine inspection·June 28, 2022

On 06/28/2022 at 1:30PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Selina Siao conducted an unannounced random inspection with the Licensee, Cindy Genel. The home was toured and inspected to ensure an environment safe for the care and supervision of children. Present at the facility were the Licensee Cindy Genel, her helpers Edaena Genel and Cathy Genel and 5 day care children including 2 infants. Three children were observed in the living room supervised by helper Edaena Genel and 2 children were observed napping in the bedroom playroom supervised by helper Cathy Genel. Day care areas includes the living room, bedroom playroom, dining area and kitchen. Off limit areas includes the laundry room, two bedrooms and storage/garage area. All off limit areas has safety gates or door lock to prevent children's access. Outdoor play areas includes the front yard, back yard and side yard (drive way area). The home has a fully charged fire extinguisher size 2A10BC, smoke and carbon monoxide detector that meet requirements and are operational. All hazardous items were latched/locked and secured out of reach of children. Licensee stated that there are no bodies of water or 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. Licensee\342\200\231s First Aid and CPR certifications are valid through 4/2/2024, helper Edaena Genel CPR/FA cards are valid through 03/07/2023 and Cathy Genel CPR/FA cards are valid through 09/05/2022. Licensee completed the online mandated child abuse training on 06/16/2022, helpers Edaena Genel completed the online mandated child abuse training on 08/16/2021 and Cathy Genel completed online mandated child abuse training on 04/21/2022. Licensee and helpers all have the required TB and immunizations for MMR and TDAP. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed. Facility has an updated roster and fire drill log available for review. Licensee last conducted a drill with the children in care on 04/19/2022. A copy of the facility roster was obtained during today\342\200\231s inspection. 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 following items were discussed with provider: Licensee was reminded that corporal punishment, smoking, exersaucers, bouncy seats, walkers, and jumpers are not allowed in day care. Licensee will be provided with information about Heat Related Illness, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), Never Shake a Baby, Safe Sleep for Infants, Best Practice On Supervision, latest car seat poster and Effects of Lead Exposure and reporting responsibilities. The ABC\342\200\231S of Safe Sleep: Sleep is Safest: Alone, on their Back in an empty Crib on a firm mattress. LPA discussed California Megan's Law with provider and advised her to go on the website at www.meganslaw.ca.gov . 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 . Licensee Cindy Genel 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. 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 [facility representative] 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. No Deficiencies are cited. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Cindy Genel.