Routine inspection·August 17, 2021

On 08/17/2021, at 11:45 a.m, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Michelle Hood conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection and met with the Licensee, Onesphore Mugenzi. Licensees son translated in Kinyarwanda. Licensee Leocadie Haguma was not present at the time of inspection; however, licensee Haguma has two (2) daycare children in her care. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility by the Licensee. Licensee accompanied LPA inside and out of the facility during this inspection. The living room, kitchen, dining room, daycare room (older children use for napping, as needed), bathroom (hallway), and backyard. The backyard has a enclosed screen canopy for the children to play. The off limits are all made inaccessible via door locks and safety locks. The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector met requirements. All hazardous items were inaccessible to children. The storage area for poisons is locked. The licensee has toys, play equipment and materials available. No bodies of water observed on the premises during the inspection. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. All facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances or exemptions. Licensee\342\200\231s First Aid and CPR certifications were not available. Licensee has required immunization's. Licensee is currently exempt from Mandated Reporter Training. Facility roster was not available for review. The last fire and disaster drills were conducted and documented on 06/2020. 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. 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. LPA provided and discussed the following: Report suspected child abuse and neglect, maintain children\342\200\231s 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 handouts with information regarding upcoming Safe Sleep Regulations/SIDS, Lead exposure and Shaken Baby Syndrome. LPA and Licensee discussed California Megan's Law and LPA provided: www.meganslaw.ca.gov . 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 . See the LIC 809D for deficiencies cited An exit interview was conducted with the licensee. The licensee was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058 12/15) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. LPA provided notice of site visit and observed it being posted at the facility.