Routine inspection·October 18, 2024

On 09/04/2024 at 12:25 PM Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Adrian Castellon conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection and met with Licensee Ana Avila. LPAs disclosed the purpose of the inspection and were granted entrance into the facility by the Licensee. There were 3 children present in the facility during this inspection. The Licensee accompanied LPA inside and outside of the facility during this inspection. The off-limits areas are inaccessible using baby gates. Per the Licensee the operating hours are Monday - Sunday 6:00AM to 5:00AM (23 hours). The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector met the requirements. All hazardous items were inaccessible to children. The Licensee has toys, play equipment, and materials available. The licensee uses the backyard for outdoor play. No bodies of water were observed on the premises during the inspection. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871 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 of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Licensee's First Aid and CPR certifications are valid. The licensee has required immunizations. Licensee completed Mandated Reporter training and certificate is current. The facility roster is maintained and reviewed. LPA reviewed children's files. The last fire and disaster drills were conducted and documented on 10/12/24. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretation 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 the publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . 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. Infant Sleeping Plan LIC 9227 (03/20) wqs discussed. Licensee does not provide infant care. LPA discussed the following: Reporting suspected child abuse & neglect, maintaining children's records according to regulation, and post required forms. The licensee was reminded corporal punishment, smoking, exersaucers, bouncy seats, walkers, jumpers, and/or similar equipment are not allowed in the daycare. During the exit interview, the licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. LPA provided the California Megan's Law website: www.meganslaw.ca.gov . Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to the childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&R) throughout California. 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 . In addition, for general questions or questions regarding licensing requirements contact the Child Care Licensing Duty Line at (619) 767-2248. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the licensee Ana Avila. The licensee was provided with a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058 03/22) 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. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penatly of $100. No deficiencies were cited.