Routine inspection·June 16, 2021

On June 16 th , 2021 at 7:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jo Ann Legaspi conducted an unannounced annual Required Inspection and met with the Licensee Tranisha Burton. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility by the Licensee. Six (6) daycare children were present in the facility during the inspection. This facility is a one (1) story, three (3) bedroom, two (2) bathroom single family house. Licensee accompanied LPA inside and out of the facility during this inspection. The following areas used for childcare are kitchen, living room, daycare room, one (1) bathroom and the backyard. The off limits areas are the bedrooms and the second bathroom; they are made inaccessible through use of door locks. Sliding cabinet locks are on the kitchen cabinets barring children’s access into them. The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector met requirements. Hazardous items were inaccessible to children during the inspection. Cleaning compounds and poisons are stored in the locked kitchen cabinet. Medicines are stored in the locked off limit bedroom. The licensee has available toys, play equipment and materials. The backyard was observed to be appropriate for children’s care. Licensee was reminded to provide continuous supervision to children whenever engaged in outdoor activities. No bodies of water observed on the premises during the inspection. Licensee stated 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’s First Aid and CPR certifications expire in January 2023. Licensee has required immunizations. Licensee completed Mandated Reporter Training. Facility roster is maintained and was reviewed. The last fire and disaster drill was conducted and documented on 02/25/2021. There is one crib or play yard for each infant who is unable to climb out of the crib or play yard. Cribs or play yards are free from all loose articles and objects. The provider physically checks on sleeping infants every 15 minutes. The provider places infants up to 12 months of age on their backs for sleeping. LPA provided and discussed the following: Report suspected child abuse and neglect, maintain children’s records according to regulation, post all required forms, and ensure that all adults residing or working in the home have criminal background clearances or exemptions. Licensee was reminded that corporal punishment, smoking, exersaucers, bouncy seats, walkers, and jumpers and/or similar equipment are not allowed in daycare. Licensee was also provided a copy of Safe Sleep regulations, Lead exposure and Shaken Baby Syndrome/SIDS. LPA and Licensee discussed California Megan's Law and LPA provided: www.meganslaw.ca.gov . LPA discussed and provided Licensee with the following: child care advocates email address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov . In addition, for general questions or questions regarding licensing requirements contact the Child Care Licensing Duty Line at (619) 767-2248. 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 . No deficiencies cited LPA provided notice of site visit to the Licensee, who agreed to post it in the facility. An exit interview was conducted with the licensee. The licensee was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058 01/16) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights.