Routine inspection·August 12, 2022

On 08/12/2022 at 01:30 PM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA),Dana Stevens conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection and met with the Licensee, Miriam Magana. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility by the Licensee. Six children (ages 4 months, 2,2,2,2.5, 6 ,and 8), and Licensee's daughter/assistant were present in the facility during this inspection.This facility is a single story, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom house. Licensee accompanied LPA inside and out of the facility during this inspection. The following areas used for child care are: daycare room, kitchen, dining area, living room, and hall bathroom. Off limits areas are all bedrooms, master bathroom and garage. These areas are inaccessible through use of door knob covers. The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector met requirements. All hazardous items were secured out of reach of children. The licensee has toys, play equipment and materials available. The home has a partially fenced backyard available for outdoor activities, Licensee understands total supervision is required during outdoor play. A body of water (Hot Tub) was observed in an area of the backyard that was enclosed with wire fencing that does not meet regulation. 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 and spouse's First Aid/CPR certifications expire 05/2024. Licensee and spouse have required immunization. Licensee and spouse completed Mandated Reporter Training in August 2020. Facility roster was reviewed and was found current. The last fire and disaster drills were conducted and documented on 05/24/2022. 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 is physically checking on sleeping infants every 15 minutes. An Individual Infant Sleeping Plan [LIC 9227 (3/20)] is maintained for each infant up to 12 months of age. The provider places infants up to 12 months of age on their backs for sleeping. 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 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. 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/inspection-process . California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division 12 & Chapter 3), are being cited on the attached LIC 809-D and Civil Penalty issued. Upon Receipt, licensee shall post and provide copies of this licensing report to parents/guardians of children in care at the facility and to parents/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months. Exit interview conducted and copy of report and appeal rights were provided to the licensee and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days