Routine inspection·August 19, 2021

On August 19 th , 2021 at 09:01 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPAs) David Miller and Jo Ann Legaspi conducted an unannounced Annual Required. Inspection and met with the Licensee Jennifer Mendoza LPAs disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility by the Licensee. Three (3) children and two (2) staff were present in the facility during this inspection. One child was the Licensee's biological child. This facility is a one (1) story, three (3) bedroom, two (2) bathroom house. Licensee accompanied LPAs inside and out of the facility during this inspection. The following areas used for child care are family room, room 1, room two, and the backyard. Off limits areas are the garage and licensee's bedroom which are made inaccessible through use of child proof lock on door. The kitchen is also off limits and made inaccessible via a baby safety gate. 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. The home has a fenced backyard available for 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\342\200\231s First Aid and CPR certifications expire on 04/07/2023 Licensees have required immunizations. Licensees completed Mandated Reporter Training on 08/04/2021. Facility roster is maintained and was reviewed. The last fire and disaster drills were conducted and documented on 08/04/2021. LPAs 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 . LPAs 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 \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 . LPAs discussed the licensee's fees due by August 30th, 2021. Licensee stated that she tried to pay online but was not able to get the payment information to work. LPAs provided licensee with the facility PIN, and licensee stated that she will pay the fees owed by the due date. No deficiencies cited An exit interview was conducted with the Licensee. The Licensee was provided a copy of their Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC 9058 1/16) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipts of these rights. LPAs provided the Licensee with the Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213 01/04). Licensee agreed to post this document for public viewing.