Routine inspection·July 11, 2023

On July 11, 2023 , at 10:15 a.m. , Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Gloria Gonzalez conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection and met with the Licensee, Michele Galvez .  LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility by the Licensee. Eight (8) daycare children and one (1) staff member were present in the facility during this inspection. This facility is a one story, 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home. The following areas are used for childcare: living room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom (located in the hallway of home), and backyard. The following off-limit areas are: 3 bedrooms and garage are made inaccessible by the use of door knob covers. Operating hours are Monday through Sunday, 4:00 am-12:00 am. The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector met requirements.  Hazardous items were made inaccessible to children during the inspection. The licensee has toys, play equipment and materials available.  The home has a fenced backyard available for outdoor activities at time of inspection . 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 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. Licensee’s First Aid and CPR certification expires on 2/18/25 .  Licensee has required immunizations.  Licensee completed Mandated Reporter Training on 7/7/23. Facility roster is maintained and was reviewed.  The last fire and disaster drills were conducted and documented on 3/10/23. Licensee was advised if there is to be an infant in care, there must be 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. Licensee shall physically check on sleeping infants up to 24 months of age every 15 minutes.  An Individual Infant Sleeping Plan [LIC 9227 (3/20)] shall be maintained for each infant up to 12 months of age. Licensee shall place infants up to 12 months of age on their backs for sleeping. 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 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. LPA provided and discussed the following:  Report suspected child abuse and neglect, maintain children’s records according to regulation, post all required forms.  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 information regarding SIDS, Lead exposure and Shaken Baby Syndrome. LPA and Licensee discussed California Megan's Law and LPA provided: www.meganslaw.ca.gov . LPA advised if there is an unusual incident to report to call Licensing within 24 hours and to follow up with an LIC624B within 7 days. In addition, for general questions, questions regarding licensing requirements call Child Care Licensing. Duty Line at (619) 767-2248. Access our updated Regulation & Forms by using our WEBSITE: http://ccld.ca.gov . LPA discussed and provided Licensee with the following: child care advocates email address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov . 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 . LPA advised the Licensee that prior to making alterations or additions to the home or grounds, the Licensee shall notify the Department of the proposed change. No deficiencies cited. Licensee has submitted the following plan to ensure the licensee maintains compliance: Licensee states she shall ensure that all adult residents and staff members have criminal background clearance and association prior to being present in the home. Licensee submitted a detailed plan outlining methods to operate and be in compliance with the laws and regulations on May 6, 2023. Licensee attended an in-person Family Child Care Orientation on April 26, 2023 and submitted proof of attendance by provided a copy of the orientation certificate to LPA on this date. Licensee states she viewed the following videos on the childcare licensing website, https://ccld.childcarevideos.org/ : Background Check Requirements for Caregivers, Transporting Children, What Is a Civil Penalty, Health & Safety Training, How Many Children Can Attend a Family Child Care Home. Licensee submitted a written summary of each video to the licensing department on May 6, 2023. 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 . A copy of the report and appeal rights (LIC 9058) and notice of site visit (LIC9213) was provided to Licensee and must remain posted for 30 days. LPA interpreted and explained the inspection report to licensee in Spanish, licensee stated she understood. An exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Michele Galvez.